My wife of 20 years has become more and more tolerant of Annie as time passes, but she has always refused to go out in public with me when I am dressed en femme. I dress anytime I want to at home, can go out socially or go shopping (as long as I don't spend too much) and generally if I am discreet, nothing is said.
A couple of weeks ago, the opening of the college basketball season, our son was scheduled to play in his first game as a freshmen and we couldn't miss it. We drove 5 hours, attended the game and afterwards checked into a local motel to spend the night. I packed some distinctively feminine clothing, suitable for traveling, and the next morning got dressed, applied my makeup, did my hair and off we went for our return trip home. Needless to say, for a 5 hour trip, we needed to stop for gas, stop for a restroom break and stop for lunch; something we did with no problems.
The coup de grace was when we were within 60 miles from home, she suggested that we stop at one of those large outlet malls that are found along the major highways. Much to my surprise and delight, we went into several shops together, browsed around and bought several items for presents at Christmas. I think that this first step on her part is a sign of what I hope is many more times when she and Annie can go out together. She is not only my wife but my best friend and I love spending time with her and especially when I can be my true self.