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    A small personal milestone

    I finished with my gender therapist back on the 8th of this month. For the first time in 3 years, I am seeing no psychotherapist of any sort. We ended my monthly sessions because we both felt I was no longer really working on anything with her, and, for want of a better term, I'm done. Really, I was done a while ago, but I decided to carry on my therapy for a time after GRS just to be sure I didn't suffer from any post operative depression.

    I've really come a long way since I first logged in here.

    And yet I'm still doing regular electrolysis. Will it ever end?!?

    Once it does, though, and after the revision to my GRS, it's arguable that I am through with transition. Huh. I never thought I'd say that. I sent off for changing name / gender on the last two important documents (birth certificate and passport) a few days ago. I guess I could do my school records too, although I'm not sure that I'll ever bother with them.

    It feels though, like I'm done for all intents and purposes.

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    Congratulations, Paula!

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    Congrats Paula!!

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    wow, congratulations Paula, a shining example, you are.
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    Congrats

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    Congratulations Paula! After all you have been through, these are indeed milestones -- more steps on your journey.
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    Congrats! That's wonderful to hear.

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    Congrats Paula. I remember well the day my therapist told me she didn't think I needed to see her anymore because all I did was tell her how happy I am now. I hope it was as freeing to you as it was to me.
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    Congratulation
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    I think being open to seeing a therapist post-op is a very good decision. I am glad you are doing well and I would certainly call that the end. Big smiles all around!

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    Congrats!
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    Congratulations Paula!
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    You've come a long way baby.

    I guess we both have. "I used to think you were crazy but now I can see your nuts."

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    Congratulations Paula, you have come a long way and is nice to know that you feel a sense of completion in some measure. It is a long and tough road (maze?) to navigate but good to know it winds up somewhere!
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    Paula; such a great post. Congratulations on this and the events to follow. Time to sit back, relax and be one with you. Well,deserved.

    Cheers... Jennifer
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    Way to go sis I'm trying to catch up love cindy

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    PQ:

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    Congratulations, sooo very happy for you
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    Congratulations, Girl! Just a couple facets to polish up and it's done. A perfect gem for all the world to see and admire. I am envious.

    All my best,

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    Paula,
    Congratulations ! I love that you have chosen to help other women on our path.
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    Well done Paula.

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    Hi PaulaQ
    I have followed you from the start
    What an amazing journey ,well done
    You have lost and gained so much ,

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    Congrats Paula! You have worked really hard to get to where you are. Enjoy it. I hope all continues to go well for you.
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    Congrats Paula . . . glad to hear you are reaching closure

    Cheers

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    Paula, I'm happy for you, I've remembered you in my prayers many times, and will continue to do so.

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