Unplanned Impulsive First

[Sarasometimes]

I haven't had an opportunity to dress for about 3+ weeks and yesterday i had a therapy appointment. Depending on my mood and time limitations I go to therapy from drab to drab and change into an andro outfit before waiting to under dressing and sometimes if time allows full femme. Yesterday I planned to arrive Drab and change into a control brief, tuck and women's Bermuda shorts which I did upon my arrival but as I sat waiting the need/desire to do more came over me. In my bag was also a light flowy maxi skirt with a floral print (I brought it to may throw on over my shorts at the start of my session). Now mind you this is a group office and usually rather slow during the day so I was alone in the waiting room except for office staff and therapists but they often get deliveries of lunch or packages as well. I made a snap decision to go and change into the skirt while i waited. It felt so good to be out in the public-ish waiting area dressed as I wanted to at that time. I grab a mag and sat down to await my appointment. Ultimately no one came in but none the less it felt wonderful.
Some here may find this boring but I just wanted to share a small milestone of mine. The skirt also made me realize that on hot days, when AC doesn't always keep the office cool, they are definitely a cooler option then even shorts.

[Pat]

All milestones are milestones. Congratulations! Understanding that it's OK to allow yourself to be happy can sometimes take a while. Sounds like you're on the right track. ;) (Now I have "On the Right Track" from Pippin stuck in my head.... google it -- it's a cool song.)

[Karen RHT]

Sounds like this was one of those "impulse" decisions, that turned out to be highly effective Sara. Congrats on your accomplishment, now enjoy.


Karen

[NancySue]

I totally understand, Sara. For some time, I wanted to shave my legs. I even got the green light from my wife. I can't tell you what happened, but I suddenly got the urge and just went ahead and did it and never looked back...Wow...shorts are nice, but a cool breeze on newly shaved legs or slipping on sheer nylons defies description.

[Sarasometimes]

One thing we talked about was how I felt when I sat in the skirt and my motivation. For me it confirmed my desire for others to see this part of me and be OK with it. Unfortunately those that I most often am around are unlikely to support or tolerate it well. It still felt very good to express it at the office like I did.
Thanks for the positive responses.

[Janine cd]

Sara, It's nice to know that someone has the same feelings that I do when dressed and wishing to be recognized for whom I am. Thanks for seeing the need to be accepted.

[deebra]

Sara I hope when you put on the skirt that you removed your shorts, just had panties on and sat with legs crossed in the waiting room to get the full feminine feeling of wearing a dress. Next time wear low heels under the dress and the time after that add something up top like small forms under your bra. Why not, if you can be accepted anywhere the therapist's office would be the most accepting.

[Sarasometimes]

Thanks for the replies. Deebra, of course I changed out of my shorts, was tucked in my control brief and I definitely kept my legs crossed while waiting.

Yesterday at my session I first stopped at Walmart and bought a skort to wear while waiting. I liked it because it was a bit snug at the hips to my stride was shortened but I think I prefer to wear a skirt while waiting. Janine I clearly have the need for others to know about this side of me but my daily circle is not at all likely to embrace it and the consequences could be devastating so I find other places to try and show it.

[Sometimes Steffi]

Sarasometimes

I remember the first time I went to my therapists en femme. I came early in boy mode and changed in the bathroom. I was more worried that someone would need the bathroom while I was changing. It was scary and exciting the first time, and I've done it many times since.

I often go to my psychiatrist's office and there's usually several people waiting or going in and out. I've found that most people are so into their smart phone device that they never even look up to see the trans girl in their presence.

[Sarasometimes]

I have gone en femme many times but these 2 times I was mixed, no wig or makeup... just the maxi skirt and then yesterday the skort. When my session was done and we came out to pay there was another client in the waiting room and as if you were there, you are right his eyes were into his phone although I don't know if he ever looked once my back was turned. I do find some benefit from full en femme every once in a while, my therapists see a more relaxed me during those sessions. Which makes total sense to me.