I have always felt that I was a girl born in the wrong body. I cannot remember ever thinking otherwise. I would lie awake at night and wonder why I felt this way. I had dreams of waking up one day with a female body. I had no idea what was wrong with me except that I wasn't who I was supposed to be. I went to the library and found no helpful information. It said that it was a mental illness. That only made me feel worse. The Christine Jorgenson story was fascinating to me. I had a very successful career as an executive and now am semi retired. I came out to my family about 6 years ago with mixed results. My Mom and my oldest sisters and my nieces have been supportive, my daughter has not. My spouse was OK with crossdressing but stressed by finding out that I am transgender. I have been on hormones for about 11 years and had breast implants two years ago which was the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I have been on waiting lists for years to get my GCS surgery. I pass very easily and am lucky to have long shapely legs, long eyelashes and cheekbones that look very feminine. I went through almost ten years of mostly facial electrolysis. My best friend is trans which is very helpful. I am interested in stories from all transgendered people and their families and friends. We help each other so much!