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I just checked and it has been over 7 years since joining this site. I came for many of the same reasons that others joined also. I needed a place to share my feelings, heart aches, frustrations and the general difficulties that come with being a CD'er. I found acceptance, compassion, and heart felt help to get to where I am today. My mental health is in a better place as I came to realize that CD'ing isn't really that big a deal after all. My habits may be quirky to some, but what makes them think that they aren't just as quirky in there own way also. I have learned that there are some really important issues in this world, and my clothing choices is not one of them. The first step towards loving others, is to love yourself. The first step towards loving yourself, is to accept yourself regardless of what others may think. This site has helped me to accept myself, not get hung up on the views of others, and how they think things should be.

I joined two years ago because being in the closet for the last 40 years is very lonely and so called Judy wanted to get out.
For years I never typed in the word (cross-dresser) on my web browser because I was in fear of leaving a web trail.
This site helps me accept myself which makes me a happier person.

Sara, is your wife supportive?

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I lurked for several years, but couldn't participate as I wanted and needed, so I joined. Its one of the best trans related things I've ever done. I love my sisters!

hey kids thanks for all the replies, enjoyed all the input and heart felt answers.

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Originally Posted by Queen Bridget

I joined just to be around people with similar interests.

In my short time here I've learned a few new things about CDing and even myself.

It's a nice place, with nice people. But sometimes it feels more like a marriage counseling forum, than a crossdressing one.

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I totally agree on the counselling thing. I found this site quite by accident, just like the old He Wears Panties forum, which sadly has disappeared.

For me, I found that I was not alone with my closet dressing. It's still in the closet, but here half en femme typing at the computer.

I originally joined this forum as I was looking for advice and a "cure" to stop my urges forever, but things were different and I now rather look for advice about other aspects of what gathers us here.

Not sure how I found this forum but I am sure glad I did. I am a new member and have been reading a lot. Learned a lot of things about myself and other people. Big thank you to everyone that contribute to the forum.

Just over two years ago I joined this forum and my first new post was 'Why join the forum?'. It seems the answers are still pretty much the same, and for me now I can't imagine a time before I was a member. I have made friends, learned so much and feel such a sense of belonging. Apart from a few bad apples the vast majority on here are really nice people.

I joined just to be! To be what I love, what makes me feel good, and, a friend, occasionally. I am "out" once a month, otherwise, secreted away in a private, special world. One day, there really will be a 24/7 Roxanne! (I hope!).
Roxanne

A Wish Lives, In My Heart!

I joined because I wanted to see how others like me lived. I appreciate all the stories, tips & life experiences. They have all been informative & helpful.

I joined because I was so happy to hear from so many others like myself! I enjoy reading about all the issues that we all face, and the suggestions and advice everyone has to offer.
I feel more comfortable and relaxed as a woman, and this forum adds to that. Thank you all!
Regarding names or titles, I don't really care what you call this, I know some have very specific opinions, but I think we are all under the big "trans" umbrella, so I just go with that.

Its now 3 years since I joined, I have never looked back at all and found beyond my wildest dreams such wonderfull and sincere like minded souls here to bond with. It does not matter what ones problems are or what one wants learn and find out about there is a kind thoughful person/s to freely give their help and if it is shoulder to cry on because of something sad again some lovely person is there to help.
I am almost lost for words regardi,ng the so very dear ones who have helped me over some difficult times and right now I am going through another one with my very ill daughter in England and unable to see her so very sad and hard to deal with.