Results 1 to 22 of 22

Thread: Starting my journey

  1. #1
    Senior Member Glenda58's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Down River Detroit
    Posts
    1,762

    Starting my journey

    At 76 years old my starting my journey to transition. I'm both scared and nervous. I don't know what to expect. I'll find out next week if I can start HRT. I've been wanting to do this for years. My sister knows and will be by my side.

    Please give me some incite to what I might be going thought. I know I've been told it will take time.
    GLENDA
    I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN

  2. #2
    Gold Member bridget thronton's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2006
    Location
    Michigan USA
    Posts
    9,081
    Good luck Glenda - I hope each step of the journey will bring you joy

  3. #3
    Member Brianne_M's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2020
    Location
    Texas
    Posts
    163
    I started HRT on July 1st, and I've read a lot about timelines etc. Most information and first hand accounts say 3 months is when changes first become noticeable. I have yet to see any perceivable changes but it is still early and I'm not in too much of a hurry. Everyone is different so there is no set time for anything. Three months to three or four years is what I've found for most major changes to take place. Good luck on your journey!
    I just want to be me, and be happy.

  4. #4
    Silver Member Jenn A116's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2012
    Location
    lower right part of US
    Posts
    2,020
    Enjoy the journey!
    Jenn A --- nothing fancy, just me.

  5. #5
    Senior Member Glenda58's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Down River Detroit
    Posts
    1,762
    Been in contact with U of M Gender services. Waiting for them to give me some places to go.
    GLENDA
    I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN

  6. #6
    Member Meg's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2023
    Location
    Southern Wisconsin
    Posts
    159
    Glenda, I am wishing you all the best as you move forward. I am unable to give you insight as to changes or timelines, but I can give you my support. You have a family of support right here. I think I can speak for all of our sisters here, that we will be with you as you start a new chapter in your life. I know I will be here for you anytime you need or want a shoulder. Hugs, Kisses, Meg

  7. #7
    New Member
    Join Date
    Dec 2023
    Posts
    20
    Good luck. It will be a long road but the end is rewarding.

  8. #8
    Senior Member Glenda58's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Down River Detroit
    Posts
    1,762
    Thanks for the encouragement still waiting for Gender Services to call me back.
    GLENDA
    I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN

  9. #9
    Platinum Member kimdl93's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2010
    Location
    A bit south of the 49th!
    Posts
    24,263
    I hope you are able to pursue HRT. If not, you can still continue the social transition already begun.
    Remember always that you not only have the right to be an individual, you have an obligation to be one.

    Eleanor Roosevelt

  10. #10
    Member Contessa's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2011
    Location
    Tucson, AZ
    Posts
    474
    Glenda you will be amazed as to what you've missed and just what you will be able to do. I used to live in San Diego and just loved riding the train there. Being dressed and on HRT will put you more at ease. Only answer to Glenda, by saying yes and any other name by a look and not a word. Good days in your future.
    [COLOR="blue"]Contessa Marie D

    I'm TG. A fem-male so I look male sometimes.

    Dressing is necessary, the type of clothes you wear not so much.

    This above all to thy own self be true!

  11. #11
    Member Contessa's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2011
    Location
    Tucson, AZ
    Posts
    474
    hey Glenda have gone out yet. even just under dressed?
    [COLOR="blue"]Contessa Marie D

    I'm TG. A fem-male so I look male sometimes.

    Dressing is necessary, the type of clothes you wear not so much.

    This above all to thy own self be true!

  12. #12
    Senior Member Glenda58's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Down River Detroit
    Posts
    1,762
    I started my first treatment today. A Estradiol patch and spironolactone tablet. They tell it will be a year before I can do any kind of surgery. I'll need to go in every 3 months for checkups.

    I'm so happy now that it's started.
    GLENDA
    I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN

  13. #13
    Gold Member Lana Mae's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2016
    Location
    North Carolina
    Posts
    8,654
    Best wishes on your journey! Enjoy the ride! Changes are different for everybody so just sit back and enjoy!
    Warm hugs,
    Lana Mae
    PM me if you want!
    Life is worth living!
    "Foxy lady! You look so good!!" Jimi Hendrix

  14. #14
    Member RoseReve's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2024
    Location
    Paris, France
    Posts
    133
    Hello Glenda.
    All the best to you.
    I'm myself on the verge of coming to it...
    Mesmerizing times in my head...
    Best wishes to you all,
    Rose

  15. #15
    ready to dress up cd300's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2006
    Location
    SW Fla
    Posts
    158
    Many many congratulations Glenda

    . I am not to that point yet but my therapist has diagnosed me with Gender Dysphoria. I ll be moving in that direction I hope soon.
    I do wish you all the best as you progress forward.

  16. #16
    Senior Member missjoann49's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2010
    Location
    central Ma
    Posts
    1,090
    Best wishes to you. We are around the same age and I started my journey about a year and a half ago. You will go through some bumps and ups and downs but don't let it get to you
    The one thing that I found is there can be some mood changes. Welcome to woman hood

  17. #17
    Oh to be an English Rose Jane G's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2005
    Location
    Live in Cornwall UK, born in Lancashire
    Posts
    1,819
    Good luck on your journey Glenda.

  18. #18
    Member
    Join Date
    Mar 2018
    Location
    NJ, where else?
    Posts
    452
    Glenda, the most important part is that you're getting to be who you want to be and that's all that matters!

    As many of us here as there are, we do seem to have some differences I'm who we want to be and how we will hopefully get there, thanks for taking us along on your journey. Remember that everyone here is on your side and good luck.

  19. #19
    Senior Member Adelaide's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Location
    North East, Canada
    Posts
    1,518
    ohhhh I'm so happy for you. You're the living proof that it's never too late to be who you really are...

  20. #20
    Senior Member Angela Marie's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2015
    Posts
    1,316
    You look fantastic. The best of luck to you. I’m 70 and would love to transition but age and family issues complicate that. At least I can dream that I still have the opportunity lol.

  21. #21
    Senior Member Glenda58's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Down River Detroit
    Posts
    1,762
    It's never too late to transition I'm 77 Family and friends are with me in this journey. I go everywhere as Glenda. Everyone treats me with respect
    GLENDA
    I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN

  22. #22
    Exploring NEPA now Cheryl T's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2006
    Location
    Northeast Pa near NJ and NY
    Posts
    10,771
    Glenda, you give me hope.
    I don't wear women's clothes, I wear MY clothes !

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  


Check out these other hot web properties:
Catholic Personals | Jewish Personals | Millionaire Personals | Unsigned Artists | Crossdressing Relationship
BBW Personals | Latino Personals | Black Personals | Crossdresser Chat | Crossdressing QA
Biker Personals | CD Relationship | Crossdressing Dating | FTM Relationship | Dating | TG Relationship


The crossdressing community is one that needs to stick together and continue to be there for each other for whatever one needs.
We are always trying to improve the forum to better serve the crossdresser in all of us.

Browse Crossdressers By State