Someone on this site has used this term in reference to us a couple of times.
This got me thinking about how true this might be. I know in my own experience as I've gone out in public there does seem to be an aspect to the experience that we are like Unicorns. We are quite rare (at least to be seen in public). There seems to be some public awareness that we do exist but very few people have the privilege of interacting with us. To the masses we are almost legendary, talked about occasionally but seldom encountered.
I've been to public events where GGs would interact with me with genuine and sincere interest in who I am and what I do as a cross dresser. What my life and experience is like. I've sat at a table in a public function where a GG would slide over a chair in order to chat with me. I've volunteered at Pride events and worked alongside GGs where we would openly talk about what it's like to be a cross dresser. I've sat with a group of GGs in a bar talking about cross dressing. Conversations would be around makeup, wigs, clothes, etc. Interactions with SAs have always been interesting and pleasant when I strike up a conversation with the GGs. These events are great when they happen and I do feel a little special when they do.
How about the rest of you. Do you feel a little special at times as you interact with the world? Do you feel like a Unicorn at times?