Life is good sometimes.....

[ReneeT]

I find as I become more comfortable in my own skin that I am able to extract more pleasure from life, even in the simple things. Case in point: i am sitting in the hotel bar at the Capital Hotel in Little Rock, AR, enjoying a glass of wine. Nothing special, although the hotel is something to behold. In contrast, I was in LR about a year and a half ago, very nervous and scared to be myself, lurking in the shadows. While I still have miles to go in this process, arriving at self-acceptance and self- confidence is probably the biggest victory

[ArleneRaquel]

Many hugs & kisses hon, your story is so inspirational, my heart is beating with joy for you. :)

[MichelleP]

Hi Renee,

The joy of being comfortable and confident, out and about is truly priceless. Although it's a long road (it has been for me) it's wonderful to look back and see how far one has come. Enjoy your wine, girl!

Michelle

[Cindy M]

Although our paths are leading to different destinations, it's great to hear things are working out for you. It's a long journey. I truly hope happiness comes your way. Stay focused on your goals.

[Melody Moore]

Congratulations Renee, I think it is brilliant how you have also managed to transcend all
of your fears & achieve true inner peace. I know how you feel because I feel exactly the
same way now. Prior to transitioning I had retreated into myself & hardly went out except
to do my weekly shopping, but now I have a social life and am involved in community work
which is a huge turn around from where I came from. And I still can't believe how many new
friends I have made and that just keeps on growing and growing now.

My only hope is that others can have this same inner peace and level of self confidence
because I think when you find it, life really is very different. I think we are all capable of
it, but how to get there is so hard to put into words, but I think it all starts with how much
faith & conviction you can have within yourself.

So once again, congratulations and very well done for getting yourself to this point. :hugs:

[AKAMichelle]

Sounds like you are coming into your own. I hope to see you again soon.

[Teri Jean]

As we push against the confinds of the box the more we find ourselves comfortable in situations that once put the fear of God into ourselves. Wish you the best.

[Eve_WA]

Hear you there Renee. Ive been at that point for about a year or so now, and its soooo relieving to allow yourself to enjoy the moment and be who you are... every minute, every day. I go anywhere now as myself. Shopping, doctors, eating out. Where ever I need to go, and no longer any fear of who will see me, and how they will react. It has become completely natural for me. LONG TIME COMING, lemme tell you! But I'm here!!

I have finally bitten the bullet and started on hormones this last week. I couldnt believe how easy it was now that the new WPATH is in place. Took less than a month with a Psychologist to get my papers, and on the first visit with the Doctor got my scrip. Two days later, after the blood tests were processed, I got the OK to fill the scrip and start HRT. A lifetime of fear and procrastination overridden in one month of determination and persistence. I couldnt be more happy! I figure by mid year Ill have my name and gender changed, and on my way to my new life!!!

[StaceyJane]

It's great to take a moment to enjoy life. Sometimes I'm amazed that I can go out wearing female clothes anytime I want now.

[RenneB]

I'm with you on this one ReneeT. Six months ago, I wouldn't have taken a picture of anything above my knee. Now I'm out and shopping and having a blast after having just lost all my butterflies less than a week ago. I'm one more step along in my journey and lovin' it. It really does get better....

Renne.....

[ReneeT]

It's really wonderful to hear others sharing this same experiences. Melody, your comment about friends really hits home. I make friends much more easily now and can count many more than i ever could when i was trying to convince myself that i was aguy

[AllieSF]

Now I can't speak from the TS side, but I have had those special moments several times while out, sitting with that traditional glass of wine, and thinking to myself how natural and perfect that moment is. Enjoy them now as you recognize them, because just as you said things become more natural, they also become more routine and those special moments sometimes have the habit of becoming less frequent.

[IamSara]

Renee, I am so glad you are coming into your own. it is all those little steps that you have taken to become the woman you are. With me I am still on the path for self-acceptance and have yet to begin therapy but one day it will all come together. Again I am so glad for your progress in your life as Renee.