And so it begins...

[GypsyKaren]

I got my hormones yesterday, and I'm already a 44DD! Just kidding. I'm on an Estrogen patch and Spiro, should be interesting. It took me awhile to find an endocrinologist who would do it, like I was asking for heroin or something. Today I'm going to file my name change papers, that's a 2 month process. I've decided to go with Karen Starlene, plus I'll be changing my last name too. Time for a new start, life is good.

Karen

[kerrianna]

:love: Way to go Karen. Good luck with everything, sounds like your ship is sailing onward. Keep us informed. :hugs:

Kerrianna

[Kieron Andrew]

good luck Karen.....bewarned though there has been reports that Spiro can have nasty side effects on your moods

[GINA-CD]

good luck and be ware....... your life might improve TONS AFTER THIS DECISION!!!!!!!!!!

Just don't take life too serious.... you (or any of us) won't get out of it alive!... :p

[Joy Carter]

Good luck on your journey Karen. Just don't for get us little people down here in the trenches.:hugs:

[Holly]

Just take it one step at a time, sweetie.

[CaptLex]

Wow, you're really on your way now - hormones and an official name change. Congratulations! We need a bottle of champagne to launch the good ship Karen Starlene! Hope it all goes as smoothly as possible, hun. :hugs:

[pocoyo]

Good luck Karen!
And congratulations :D :love:

[ToyGirl]

Lovely name :D

Enjoy the hormones :thumbsup:

I've found atleast in Australia no one wants to be the first person to perscribe HRT but once someone has , other new doctors have no issues in writing scripts.

[great gg]

way to go! enjoy the ride

[Siobhan Marie]

Way to go Karen. Love the name, I really hope everything works out for you. Please keep us informed of your progress.

huge :hugs: Anna Marie x

[Sarahgurl371]

Karen, best of luck to you! I hope all goes well.

[Sandra]

Gald you're getting things sorted. Hope it all goes well for you and love the name

[Maggie Kay]

Wonderful news!

I hope that your transition will be fulfilling and joyful.

Wishing all the best for you.

[Kimberley]

Karen, you know my feelings. They dont have to be said. :love:

Always a class act and you always will be. I am so happy.

Kimberley

[Calliope]

Wow!

So exciting!

Great name!

[Faint.]

[janelle]

Good luck sweetie, i am here for you anytime you need to chat.
:hugs: :love: Janelle

[Jenna1561]

Best of Luck, Karen! Keep us posted on any bumps in the road to the name change.


Jenna

[Wendi {LI NY}]

good luck and bless you hon .. I hope your road is a smooth one and you enjoy your feminime with hrt . hugs,Wendi:love:

[joanlynn28]

Way to go Karen! I just got my new 90 day supply of Spironolactone and Premarin and just as I suspected the first pharmacy messed up my Rx. The letter from my doctor stated that he was putting me on 2.5mg of Premarin a day but my initial Rx was only 1.25mg. Anyway that is correct now but even with the lower dose I am already getting nice breast development after being on HRT for 2 1/2 months. Imagine the results with the proper dosage. And this month I will apply for the legal name change, in California I only have to wait 28 days until my court date to finalize.

[Sheila]

Good news karen, love the name it's cool.



good luck Karen.....bewarned though there has been reports that Spiro can have nasty side effects on your moods

(on a joking note, but not and never about the side effects of drugs,)

nawwwwww being a woman has nasty effect on your moods:tongueout :tongueout :tongueout

[SusanTL]

Way to go girl.

Hugs - Susan

[Ms. Donna]

Congrats Karen!

Love Ya,
Donna

[ClaireJ]

Good luck, and watch out for morning sickness ...... it sucks

:)

[tori-e]

Hi Karen,

Congratulations on one huge step forward!

I have been taking spiro for about 15 mos. and Estrace for about 10 mos. For me, I have noticed no ill effects. In the first month I found myself quite emotional and had several crying fits. I think starting into this was a huge emotional release. Not so much the drugs. For some time now I find that I am so much more relaxed and people tell me I seem to be so much happier and calmer than in the past. The physical changes are also very welcome.

Hope you see lots of positive changes too!

lots of love,
Victoria

[Kristen Kelly]

Karen, best of luck to you! I hope all goes well. Please don't become a stranger here, there are a lot of new and upcoming girls that could use your advice and experience with matters.

[Raychel]

Good Luck on your voyager Karen.

[Shellybean]

I had to move to a new city to get my hormones but hey, i would have gone to the moon.
hugz
michelle

[Michelle Ellis]

Well you already know how I feel, I'm so happy for you Karen. I knew this thread was floating around here somewhere :)

M

[Scotty]

Congrats :)

I think you will find in a month to two months that you will be a completely different person.

The little things that bo t hered you before probably won't get you upset half as much.

And the big things, they're still big but this time you cry instead ....but it's all good.

I just passed the point of being able to even hide mine and I wear a jean jacket at work because of the AC anyway but come summer time it's going to be quite noticable.

You will enjoy it!! :)

[Marcie Sexton]

I am really happy for you...a lot braver than yours truely...Let us know how you're coming along...

[Trisha]

good luck from me and diane hope all goes well for you :D

[loriannetucson]

Hey, ME TOO! I have to put in my congrats to you myself. It should be a fascinating journey. I just started HRT this last week myself and am really looking forward to it. We should compare results since we started around the same time. Keep me (Us) posted!
Lori Anne
AZ Tgirl

[GypsyKaren]

Thought I'd give you an update...

I've had 2 laser treatments and I hardly have to shave anymore, 3 more will do it. He also removed some splotchy spider veins on my chin, so I can go out with a lot less make-up.

I'm still on a starter dose of mones and doing well. I had my first hot flash, that was interesting. I see my doc in a couple of weeks and I'll get it bumped up then, I can say that this hasn't been cheap.

I had a delay in filing my name change papers, I hope to take care of that today. That's something that's very important to me, the sooner I get it done the better.

I'm still shooting for October for SRS, I hope to pay my deposit next month. I've decided against FFS, I guess I'm kinda used to the way I look now. I've never been one for big boobs, so I'll be happy with what the mones do for me...life is good.

Karen

[Sheila]

thanks for the update karen, glad things are going well for you.

Jess

[Sejd]

Hi Karen
After having met you in person, last Saturday, I know that if anyone can do this, you are the girl to do it. You have such a wonderful convincing spirit and strength in your person which is unusual and special. I was very impressed by your belief and trust in your process and I know that you will be just fine. It helps, off course, that you have a wonderful and supportive partner. The time my wife and I spent with you was inspiring and wonderful. Good luck with everything my dear girl friend.
hugs :hugs: :hugs: :hugs: :hugs:
Sejd

[Sharon]

Gads, your first hot flash? I'm so jealous -- I was getting them almost daily. If they continue, ask your endo to increase your Premarin dosage -- that should take care of it.

I'm happy that everything is going so well for you, Karen. :hugs:

[loriannetucson]

Gee, what's a HOT FLASH? How will I know I'm having one? I know women get them, but I haven't the foggiest idea what to expect. Does your body litterally get hot and then the heat subsides?

I'm one day 8 of hormones and haven't experienced anything like that except the continued feeling of peace and the ability not to blow a gasket at the slightest sign of frustration.

Gee, Karen, it sounds like you're going for SRS so quickly. I thought you would have to wait 1 to 2 years after real life experience before they would allow you to have it performed. Am I wrong?
Lori Anne

[claireswife-gg]

Congrats!! This is just awesome news :hugs:

[Holly]

Glad to hear everything is going well. Hope the hot flashes subside by summer.

[GypsyKaren]

Gee, what's a HOT FLASH? How will I know I'm having one? I know women get them, but I haven't the foggiest idea what to expect. Does your body litterally get hot and then the heat subsides?

I'm one day 8 of hormones and haven't experienced anything like that except the continued feeling of peace and the ability not to blow a gasket at the slightest sign of frustration.

Gee, Karen, it sounds like you're going for SRS so quickly. I thought you would have to wait 1 to 2 years after real life experience before they would allow you to have it performed. Am I wrong?
Lori Anne

What's a hot flash? Believe me, when you get one you'll know it. As far as my RLE, I'm almost up on a year for that now, so that base is covered.

I filed my name change papers today, the girls at the courthouse were wonderful. I have a court date set for June 7th, then it will all start to feel real for me...I'm so excited!

Karen

[Stlalice]

Karen,

Best of luck to you - you are about 3 years ahead of my projected schedule assuming that my luck at work holds out and things go as planned. Regards the hot flashes - one GG girlfriend of mine claims they are the result of your inner child playing with matches. Let us know how things go for you.