Toni:
Glad you joined! I hope that being here will be helpful for your journey.
I have relatives in Tampa and the surrounding areas, but I haven’t been down there in decades. Currently, sadly I would have to say that I don’t anticipate that changing anytime soon.
Are you connected to the trans community in your area? Unfortunately many trans people are not connected to others in their area and that can create isolation. Humans are social beings and spending time with our peers is almost always helpful.
In terms of getting acquainted with other members, I suggest searching the Member Directory for members near you. I’ve never been a fan of “If You Build It, They Will Come”. It just seems to me that a more proactive approach works better. To get to the Directory, click on Social in the menu. Member Directory is the next to the bottom choice.
Also, I ask if you would complete your Profile page. It forms a starting point and a reference for getting to know you. It is also important to know that the page will always be readily available and may be updated if something changes for you.