Hi,
Well I already got a dress. Got the hair removal cream which works great and got the wig. Bit by bit, it's starting to come to shape.
However, I think maybe with my relatively fragile mind, it would be good getting some more structured support, to be able to talk things through and maybe find a group I can try things out in safety and get some tips and help. Quite frankly, I don't know whether Im coming or going. I've been totally lost these past few years. I don't know who I am or what I want out of life.
I am scared that my openness about this and lack of emotion one way over this and so many other things, means that this isn't genuine. It has me doubting all my actions!
Im not surprised I don't feel comfortable though. Out of everyone I've told, I've had great encouragement and support and a few have told me to be careful about who I tell and suggest I should discuss things with a professional.
But those closest to me, my parents, tell me that what Im doing, the dress, the wig etc, isn't me. They tell me it's wrong and stupid and I should stop. What would people say? They ask if I've told anyone and when I say I have and have had support, Im told they're just being polite.
So that's where I am. Im still exploring. I've bought some make up, and will have a look at this. But it would be nice to speak to someone, to help get in touch with me and unlock me.