My first outing is now planned!

[Stephanielawrence]

I plan on making my first step out in the real world next week! To say I am excited and nervous all in one would be an understatement! I am attending a local support group meeting which I hope will be a great first experience. Being such a momentous occasion I plan on treating myself to some new things! I will have a wig consultation this week for some new hair as I want a good wig versus what I have today. I need to purchase a warm coat, scarf, gloves and new boots as it is quite cold here in Alberta! I am Sure I will also do some shopping for a new outfit, maybe a dress (or 2) or a skirt & top! I will just need to decide on what to wear including what shoes to take with me to wear at the event! To top it off I have booked a professional make-up application. I want to leave nothing to chance with my appearance! I am so excited!

["Gabriela"]

That's great news! You're so lucky to have a support group. That's kind of a very impossible thing for me here. That assures you'll have a great time! Best of lucks! Upload some pics of your look for the occasion ;)
Hugs!
Gabriela

[Claire Cook]

Wow, Stephanie -- you certainly are being Prepared! A lot more than most of us on that First Big Night Out! It will be an experience you will remember for a long time -- ENJOY and let us know how it goes!!

[Jorja]

I hope it all goes well for you Stephanie. I can still remember my first time out. What a rush! Now remember to put your house key in your purse. You don't want to be locked out on your first adventure.

[BLUE ORCHID]

Hi Stephanie, That all sounds wonderful, Make a list and check things off so you don't forget anything.:hugs:

[justmetoo]

Sounds like good planning. Have fun!

[samantha rogers]

Take your cell and a camera and be prepared in case some want to go out dancing afterward...lol...if they do...GO...haha...have a great time, darling!

Oh, God, to be 40 again...haha

[Beverley Sims]

Stephanie,
Why not go out this week? :)

[Julie Denier]

Good for you! My first time out last summer was so exciting ;)

[Kandi Robbins]

Can't wait to hear how it goes. Planning something similar in a few weeks for my first time!!!! That's all I have been thinking about.

[AmyGaleRT]

Good for you, Stephanie! My first support group meeting was a real milestone in my progress as Amy. That was March 2013; by November, I was asked to take over as organizer of the group. I love my group; it always helps me feel more "centered" in my feminine identity. I love helping my sisters as well.

Good luck!

- Amy

[Nadya]

Yay! I was just doing the same thing not too long ago. My first time was great and the group I met with was wonderful and welcoming. Have lots of fun (sounds like you will)!

[Karolyn]

I thought I was going overkill when I planned for my first time out (Halloween), but you are on another level! That is definitely a good start! Enjoy your night at the meeting, and please keep us up-to-date. We are very curious :)

[victoria76]

I'm happy for you! Have fun and keep us posted! :)

[Stephanielawrence]

Well my first outing this week went very well! As I mentioned I had done some extreme shopping and prep prior and also had my first professional make up application. This was actually one of the highlights for me. She did a great job on my makeup and I was pleased with the results! When I actually stepped out and headed for the meeting I was attending I felt more comfortable then I thought I would. I felt confident and calm in what I was doing! I finished off the night after returning by trying on the rest of my purchases as I didn't want the night to end!

[Martina]

What a wonderfull result for you, so pleased that it all went well and you finished the night with your new purchases, It is like you don't want the night to end.

Martina

[Karolyn]

Congratulations on your first outing! And that is great it met your expectations. It has to feel so great when it goes this way. For not wanting the night to end, I see what you mean, it is actually every time I become Karolyn, it takes forever for me to switch back.

My turn is next, your story and the one of a few other people here will really motivate me going to first outing. Thanks for that.

[Marcelle]

Hi Stephanie,

Sounds like a great first step out and you definitely have a great plan (makeover, new wig, shopping). Enjoy and don't forget to update us on your return from the meeting.

Hugs

Isha

[Claire Cook]

Hi Stephanie,

So glad it went well -- after all of that planning, how could it not? I certainly did not feel all that confident my first time out -- it's great that you did!

[justmetoo]

It's great to hear that it went well. You're planning and prep sure paid off.

[cindy777]

Venturing out for the first time en femme is a roller coaster of emotions but well worth the effort and this is one experience you will never forget.

Sound like you have not let anything to chance.

Enjoy your girly night out and have fun :)

[Nefer]

The closest I can get to leaving the house dressed is going out on the balcony...

I think I'll have the courage before long though. Best of luck on your first step out.