Hi Littleg2,
Welcome. Your bf, in my opinion, should thank his lucky stars he found you. I don't have a lot of education, but I do have a lifetime to draw on (I'm pushing 80 really hard). Not having the internet when growing up, we starved a lot for information. I thought I was alone, so was not outgoing about my liking womens garb. Was married (25 yrs) with five kids, before I told my wife. I was scared --itless that I would lose her over this. Now married 51 years, she is tolerant, does not understand why I feel the need to leave the house dressed. Tried to explain to her, that even she doesn't buy a pretty dress, to wear just around the house. But like I said, she is tolerant and lets me do pretty much what I feel (in my opinion) is reasonable. She is concerned, that I could get in a really difficult situation, while out and about. So most of time when I go out alone, it's to a support group meeting. Other times I have support group members or a supportive niece that go with me.
I'm in awe of your openess and understanding and wish you and yours a long road of happiness.
Hugs, Anna Kate
