I want to set something straight for anyone who might care. This idea that transsexual women must hate their male lives is getting a little bit nutty. I have friends that feel the same way but I'll just speak for myself and take the hit. I personally never hated being male. I didn't hate wearing men's clothes. I didn't cry whenever I got out of the shower and caught a glimpse of my willy in the mirror. I cannot comprehend how someone lives an entire lifetime and suddenly becomes horrified that they are a man.

I had problems with my body, I was never happy with it. I was not happy as a man, but I appreciated the perks of strength and athleticism. I enjoy dressing in cute outfits now, but I enjoyed dressing up as a man too.

My transition was born from a simple desire to not be treated like a guy anymore. I wanted to live what was left of my life openly and authentically. I never FELT like I fit in with the dudes, and I wanted to join the other team once and for all. I could have easily continued my life as it had been, but I chose instead to give myself a chance to experience a life without pretending. I wanted to give myself a fighting chance to find happiness, maybe even a husband.

Those who wonder if they might be TS would do well to consider the real life consequences of pulling that pin. If panties give you some kind of comfort, you need to know that there isn't a pair of panties in the world that will indemnify you from the pain of being laughed at when you least expect it. In my view, transition is something you need to do with a clear head and an empty hand. Any issues you carry with you will just make everything that much more difficult to manage.