Hi, I'm Dana.

[DanaH]

Hello, I wanted to give this site a try. It looks promising. I've been a Christian my whole life, and I won't bore you with all the details, but I went through what many of you have trying to accept myself. I'm now 42, and as of 3 years ago, I have done just that. I know, slow learner . Anyway!! I'm transgendered and have been involved in multiple GLBT groups. I travel extensively, and have friends all over North American and some in Europe. This journey is a strange one, I constantly feel like a graduate - just when I think I know it all, I find I'm just beginning. I have tried many churches, and have found one I am really happy with. I am still married (22 yrs) and have 3 daughters. I can't say that family is accepting, but they are trying. My daughters are 22, 20 and 8 (well, in July they will be), so right now my youngest is the one I'm focusing on for a "schedule" to transition. I have been in support groups, and have therapists and an Endocrinologist. And, even though I'm ready, I want to make sure I don't forget my responsibility to family. I don't want to preach, just looking for friends. Glad to be here.

[u-dog]

Welcome to the Soulforce forums! I'm 50 and just gettin it figured out so you are ahead of me! this is a great place and you are welcome here. If I may ask, are you M2F or F2M transgendered? (Dana is one of those names that can go either way)

I admire your commitment to family responsibility as you make your way along your path. we hope that you will "bore" us with more of your story.

[lydiam]

Welcome Dana. Can't wait to hear more.

[Progo35]

Hi, Dana, glad you found us.

[DanaH]

First - Sorry for the mis-spelling. I'm at work and was in a hurry.

U-Dogg asked about my transition. I am M to F.

Current Family status. Oldest daughter not accepting, 2nd daughter not really either. 8 Yr old is my best friend, she loves who I am. Wife, I feel so sorry for her. She is really struggling. We've been together since the 9th grade. This is totally unfair to her, and I know it, but she is trying. None of them has seen Dana, althogh my 8 yr old is the only one who has looked at the pictures. She wants to go to church with me, as Dana. I am also taking her to my therapy session next Friday.

I am losing weight!!! yeah. My Dr. is happy. My endo treats me for Diabetes, and knows all about Dana. He will let me start hormones as soon as I am ready. I already have a letter.

I traveled to DC recently for a Transgender Lobby Day. My first 5 days as full time. I loved it. Planes, trains, and automobiles...

Thx for the posts.

[Angeleliza41]

First off, Happy to have you. I was also very pleased to see the compassion for your wife. Sometimes it is hard when you are in transition to concentrate on other's feelings. I do know of several couples that have been together before transition, that have been able to maintain their marriage.
I am so happy for you that your youngest is being so supportive. She must be a very secure little girl. You are in my prayers.
Hugs,
Angel

[Sherrie Z]

Welcome, Dana!

I just posted a response to one of your other posts ... but I'll say welcome again here too ... : )

It's very nice to have you with us ... that's great that you could be part of the recent Lobby Days!

Hugs,

Sherrie Z

[Zerbie]

Hello Dana,

Welcome. All the best to you and your family at this time! I can only imagine that this is huge for all of you. We're happy to meet you & hope you'll stick around.

[Tears of A Clown]

Welcome
I hope you find comfort here. Also some things which will help not only you but your family also.
Good luck
Glad to have you here.

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Take a look....This is Life.....Bring it ON!

PuP aka Tears of a Clown