Hello, I am Tricia and a pre op mtf.Knew I was transgender at age 5 suppressed it for a long time.Finally at age 25 being married to my wife Katie for 2 years,knew I had to come out.My wife sensed something was wrong and I was glad she listened to me.Decided to stay in the marriage and support me.My family,it took them a little bit time to accept it and finally support me.Decided to transition,did this for 3 years and finally happy in my life.My wife and I are still married for 21 years strong.She loves me more as Tricia and does not miss the unhappy husband she had
Hi Tricia, Welcome. I love hearing when spouses are so supportive, mine is hanging in there but isnβt very understanding. Hugs Katie
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Said she would never leave me.Even says she has a shopping and nail salon buddy now
Hello Tricia,
Welcome to our TransGender Heaven (TGH) site: A Transgender Support Site. We are a wonderful, accepting, loving, helpful community where you can be safe and be yourself.
You can read about the knowledge and experiances of others on a similar path by reading articles and in the forums and chatting in chat rooms.
My hope is that you will become comfortable here and make many new friends.
Glad you are here. Looking forward to seeing you on the site.
Terri Anne, Ambassador
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My parents learned from it through my transition,thought it was their fault and was not.They raised me right as a kid and know they have a much happier daughter that replaced an unhappy son in their life now
Welcome Tricia,
You're smart, and kind, to be patient. Some say there's no better time than right now to begin transition.
In a way, I disagree. The emotional/educational parts, yes, The electrolysis, yes. But in today's hateful climate, it's wise to sit back and wait on the wardrobe and hairstyles, maybe hormones too, as well as name change. I do wish I'd started electrolysis a long time ago. Now. after dozens of treatments, I only go in for touch ups on my face. Nobody is suspicious of a "guy" growing beard and showing up at work or social events one day with it gone. I had problems presenting as female with a 5 o'clock shadow showing at work by 4:00! I wish I had done it asswards instead of the timing I did. I think that should be everyone's first step, get rid of the unwanted facial hair FIRST! My advice is not to waste money on laser, it isn't very good. And if the pain is too much, like it was for me, find a dentist who is sympathetic and will numb your face right before you go in for hair zapping. It was a lifesaver for me!
Happy Pride!
