Purged when I was younger (started CDing at around 11-12 y.o.) and then purged various items again when in college and during early part of marriage.
All times of those were due to the "guilt cycle"...
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Purged when I was younger (started CDing at around 11-12 y.o.) and then purged various items again when in college and during early part of marriage.
All times of those were due to the "guilt cycle"...
My wife goes out with me while I'm fully dressed en femme. Four of my next-door neighbors has seen and interacted with me while en femme.
Two children (21 and 20 y.o.) know, but have not seen me...
Honesty and communication. If you don't have it now, you never truly will. I finally came out to my wife after 23 years of marriage. Luckily, she is understanding and supportive. But that's partly...
Ahh, for those of us old enough...Leggs Sheer energy pantyhose in the classic "egg" container. Burned into my 70s childhood memory. Went to the corner (A&P) store to buy a pair for "my mom". No...
Nice pics. I can't speak to your ("frenemy"?) relationship with the tennis coach, but I can vouch for getting a pedicure. You don't have to get color if you don't want. And if do, but want to keep a...
I have two separate FB accounts - one male, the other as Amanda - based on two different email addresses. Never any problem. Never had to provide a phone number or anything else. They don't have any...
Never had to make a statement aimed at anyone specific through clothing. Though being outside dressed and out and about is a statement in and of itself. With each time, it becomes less so, as I get...
Borrowed some of my wife's things years before I came out to her. Since then, she asked that I buy and use my own. If only because we are different sizes and doesn't want anything stretched out. She...
Thoughts...
1) Just when I finally worked up enough spirit since last year to be finally out and wanting to go to NYC Pride events today, I got stuck at work on back to back shifts, and couldn't...
Over time, it's inevitable. I always thought I was like a ninja, but there's always something you forget. Don't sweat it. And who knows, letting the "cat of the bag" so to speak, might be good. These...
I have used Skype to interact with others one-on-one en femme. But with a separate account. However, assume that anything that goes on or through the Internet is not private, unless encrypted. And...
So nice, thanks for sharing. Nice move with the flowers. Give her an extra hug and smile.
Welcome back. Looking good! I especially like the white jack with the blue scarf.
My two humble cents (based on my experience - your mileage may vary) is to not overthink it. It will drive you crazy. And she will pick up on that. (And start to build scenarios in her head). And...
I hadn't thought about the last part of your post, but it makes sense. Better to let it go, nod and smile, and not enter into conflict about it. At least for some.
Great news, congrats. Be sure to understand limits, if any, that she may have.
@Step65 Sorry to hear about your neighbor and their lack of acceptance or understanding. I guess I am lucky to have a house (and coming out to neighbors) in a college town, and also be living/working...
Eva Bella,
It is an interesting question. Some amateur psychologist thoughts...I think part of it relates to socialization, which we all go through and forms us at an early age. I can only speak for...
Teresa,
You hit the nail on the head. Many men may be supportive in general, but it's different when it hits close to home. I'm guessing unresolved issues for some. And not knowing which "box" to...
Hi Kairi,
Good luck and enjoy. The more you go, the better it goes.
Just be aware of your surroundings. Head high, tits out! Seriously.
Amanda
@docrobbysherry: Good point, though so far so good. Our good relations go back many years so I'm hopeful. I'll report back with reactions, either way.
Hi all,
Yesterday I posted (under "You're Never Too Old") about coming out to some of my neighbors. It took a long time to get there, but I had finally decided that I had enough hiding or sneaking...
@alwayhave: sometimes it’s like the Nike Ad – Just Do It
@AliceB: good for you. Having started my first venturing out from hotels, I would suggest speaking with the concierge (if it’s a...
Hi everyone,
Long-time (35+ years) CDer here. Sorry, I haven't posted in a long while. I feel guilty for lurking and reading forum postings, but not contributing as much as I would like. Being in...
47, New York City