Meeting other memebers

[Heather76]

Today I had the pleasure of meeting another forum member for lunch. We were both basically dressed in drab for all outward appearances. We spent close to an hour and a half talking about how we're able to deal with our spouses when it comes to CDing. We talked a little about how/when we got into CDing. It was great to be able to spend some time talking about this facet of life without feeling you have to be guarded about what you say. It's also wonderful to talk with someone who is supportive of this unique hobby/lifestyle. Jenn is the 2nd member of this forum that I've been fortunate to meet in person. It's been a while since I've been able to meet the other member (scheduling conflicts), but I anticipate meeting her again. I do recommend meeting up with other members when you can. Jenn, thanks for reaching out to me. Hugs.

[bridget thronton]

Sounds like a good meet up

[Debs]

Heather, thats really good, myself and Helen Highwater do a meeting every year in November , and I must admit there seems to be a strong growing attraction to our cause in the UK, Its all down to Helen though, I only joinded in about 4 years ago in going out to meet , we love this forum it gives meaning and help to us girls , and believe me it works, thank you everyone involved.

[SylphDevine]

I would love to meet someone from here. That would be very fun.

Thanks for the thread Heather. Much appreciated.

[lmildcd]

It would be nice to meet other members. You've met other members which is great.

[alwayshave]

Heather, That is wonderful. I have met more than a few members here and it is always enjoyable.

[Helen_Highwater]

Some members aren't fans of support groups having experienced mixed receptions. However I can vividly remember the first time I visited one and sat down around a table with 6-8 from our community. You are suddenly aware of not being alone, or strange, weird. You share stories and compare similarities as well as differences.

It was that and subsequent meetings that prompted me to offer my yearly meet-ups. Putting faces to names, having that common shared background, being out in public together, perhaps for the first time dressed is such a wonderful experience.

Wherever you live, make the effort. Meet up with those from either this forum or the wider community. Do not go to your deathbed wishing, "If only just once...."

[Crissy 107]

Heather, That is wonderful!

[Sometimes Steffi]

I've met about 25% of my friends here FtF, plus many other members here that I have not friended.

The first CD who I ever met FtF was a member here.

Take the first step. Most members have their locations listed. Look for someone you would like to meet FtF and PM (Private Message) them about meeting them. That's what I did, and I met several that way. I also met many members FtF for the first time at the Keystone Conference.

Alternatively, plan on attending one of the CD/TG conferences, e.g., Keystone, Fantasia, First Event, Erie or the new one in Atlanta this summer, especially if you're close to one of those venues. Or meet with some of the smaller groups like Orlando, Detroit or New Jersey that are posted here.

But, whatever you do, practice safety, like meeting in a public location like a bar or a restaurant, not a hotel room. I'm not against meeting in hotel rooms, but just suggesting to meet in public first.

I've made offers to some members (previously) to meet FtF but they couldn't because of "family" circumstances. Those offers are still open.

[danniUK]

I definitely want to meet up with others when the time is right, though right now I'm not sure how my wife would feel about it, so we'll see.

[Sometimes Steffi]

Danni

Helen (above) sponsors an annual meetup in November in Manchester. I don't know British geography, so I don't know how far that is from you.

https://www.crossdressers.com/forums/showthread.php?284767-This-year&highlight=november

[docrobbysherry]

Now just imagine attending a T event with 150 T girls like WildSide in Vegas in May! Their stories r incredible and so varied!:battingeyelashes:

[Fiona_44]

Meeting with other ladies is always special. Try getting to the next Keystone event where you will be surrounded by 700 other ladies!

[Cheryl T]

I would love to meet others from the Forum.
Unfortunately my area seems to be Death Valley or at least the Sahara in that respect. I was so accustomed to having others close by in NJ but now it's been a long drought for me.

[Philippa Jane]

Back in 2009 I met a girl on here who lived quite close and after a few phone chats we met.
It was the best thing I had ever experienced at that time.
To be able to talk to someone who was on the same wavelength as myself was liberating.
Eventually my wife encouraged me to see her when I became miserable.
I have yet to be in touch with anyone on here who is even in Australia let alone Perth.
I have plans to be in the UK next year in the summer so lets see if I can catch up with any girls here.

[Sometimes Steffi]

Cheryl

Your profile still list you in NE PA, near New Jersey. I guess you moved, because there are many opportunities in NE PA.



Now just imagine attending a T event with 150 T girls like WildSide in Vegas in May! Their stories r incredible and so varied!

Or 700 to 800 T girls at the Keystone Conference in Harrisburg, PA.

[Geena75]

I have (thus far) met up with five members from the forum. It is always a great experience. In one instance, we were both in full drab mode but still very relaxed and enjoyable conversation.

[Sometimes Steffi]

As Geena says, i really is a great experience.

Out of my 80 friends, I have met up with 21 FtF. Plus, I have met many members that I haven't friended. I've attended local CD/TG meetup group meetings with up to 100 girls. And I've met and talked to probably 100 or so girls during my trips to the Keystone Conference. Two years ago, 10 of us met at Keystone. There's a pic around somewhere to prove it.

And boy-me is an introvert. In fact, the last time I took the Myers-Briggs test I pinned the introvert scale.

I say this not to brag, but to pay it forward. If I can do it, anyone can if they really try.

[jenn]

Heather is was fantastic meeting you. It would be amazing to have several girls meet On aregular basis. Maybe we can recruit another girl or two have have another lunch in the Myrtle area.

I am greatly looking forward to seeing you again.

Jenn

[HeatherMarie1972]

I have met others like me a few times and am open to doing so again. Ones has to always have safety in mind and have some conversations ahead of time. Being a cd can be lonely.

[Verona]

My wife and I will be meeting Debs and Helen from this group in November, we can?t wait as it will be our first out in public, I am going to a meet in a hotel in July which is in a function room with members of lynx ladies.
I?m looking forward to both but especially meeting Helen and Debs.

Girls, you have both messaged me details and every time I try to reply to messages it says my messages have failed. It?s frustrating as I spent a lot of time replying and then get the error message.
Maybe send me a contact number and I can reply xx

Looking forward to seeing you both x