Let the journey begin.

[Billiejosehine]

What amazes me is that I joined this site three months ago and when I first joined I was not really sure where I was mentally. One I felt this way and the next day felt another way. My life was in chaos and the only thing I knew was it was time seek support in my life to help me figure out the direction in my life. While here I have become grounded, but I still have moments especially with a marriage dissolving bitterly. What I noticed looking back I have accepted that I'm a TS and I know what I want out of life, but it's a difficult choice I'm making and will not stop me from being a loving parent who puts them first. The funny thing is that now that I am accepting of myself things to help me begin my journey are falling into place. I'm seeing the top endo in Napa valley and I have one of the best gender therapist in my area. I have also noticed that now I am making decision instead of doing what others want and changing the status quo. I'm finally seeing those who are really supportive and those that are not, as I begin my transition. And it is really surprising the reactions in getting from people just because I want to be who I truly am. I know it's a long road ahead, but it is nice to know who I can and can't cont on to be there and be supportive.

Side note: where's the best to go both here on the forum, on the web, and/or real world to learn things like mannerisms, language, walking, talking, the whole nine yards. I need to start practicing and getting things down. I also have yet to davel in really using make-up except the occasional lip stick, eye liner, and eye shadow. But I still have a long way to go.

[Leah Lynn]

tsroadmap is a good starting point. Remember, like everything else on the 'net, there's a lot of garbage scattered throughout. Some sites are little more than porn, some (like here) keep it clean and many here are good at calling BS if someone posts it.

Picking and choosing what is right for you can be difficult.

Leah

[traci_k]

I found a great place to learn makeup is Makeup University on the web. They offer a free couirse or you can become a member and get certified as a makup artist.

Best wishes. My marriage is falling apart and I'm probably not far behind you. I've already got my letter for hrt and when I start that, that pulls the pin on the TGrenade.

If you ever want to talk, fell free to PM.

Hugs,

Traci

[Angela Campbell]

I got a lot of makeup info from you tube.

As far as mannerisms just watch how other women do. for voice look up Kathe Perez

[LeaP]

...I've already got my letter for hrt and when I start that, that pulls the pin on the TGrenade ...

Great expression!

[Billiejosehine]

TGrenade is great way of explaining things. All I have to say is that I am now in a TG with all those I know as they try to tear me down for wanting to be who I am. But it's a loosing battle for all those against me.

I'm going to check out the suggestions given so far and research what's really out there.

[AllieSF]

Good advice and congratulations in taking control of your own life while trying to minimize any collateral damage. One thing you should start immediately is your facial hair removal. If you qualify (right color hair and skin color) do the laser treatments first and then start electrolysis if needed. It takes a long time and is expensive, but it works in male mode (no one will really know that you did it once done, and also means no more shaving everyday, and is necessary in female mode.

Good luck.