Ever since I told my mom(I'm living with her while I save money to eventually move out) that my struggles with my gender identity had resurfaced she has been nothing but accepting which is a big change from years ago. When I get off work today we're going to get manicures and pedicures buy some makeup and maybe some clothes. I can't thank my mom enough for being so great. She finally sees how important expressing myself as a woman is and how happy this makes me. Except for the occasional struggle with the weight of everything I might have to do or the battles with doubt about where I truly identify I'm as happy confident and productive as I've ever been. Even though I don't know just how far it goes, I'm finally getting to explore and learn about myself in an accepting environment and it feels great! I've never been happier! With great excitement, and admittedly a little bit of nervousness, I'm taking the first small steps toward becoming my true self. These steps may appear small insignificant and not noteworthy but for me especially with my anxious and easily overwhelmed personality they mean everything! Thank you everyone for all of your love and support! I couldn't have reached this point without you! Much love to you all!