Hola chickees

Beauty · Post by **Beauty** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 7:10 am

Hey folks,

Just decided to pop in and say hey.

Sharon, you look just as hot as ever.

I saw your avatar and I haven't seen it in a while.

So.. what's up? Why am I here? Well.. I'm off for bottom surgery @ the end of August (it's weird to say next month) dontcha know. DonnaT kind of gave me a nudge that it "might be" (nice nudging Donna) a good idea to let you all know what is up/what's going to be happening.

This site was huge for me and my growth. Here I changed from a person living a lie to the woman I should have admitted to being years and years ago. I was a liar to myself and everyone else, to who I am now because of my fear of rejection. Trying to blend in w/CD'rs and getting the feedback from members, but especially SOs that "Beauty.. you're a bit different" Helped me take a look inside myself and helped me see that there was more there than I wanted to admit.

This revelation doesn't make me a superior T*person, more feminine, more womanly, more authentic as a feminine person or anything else. The only thing this revelation helped me with is to understand that there's nothing wrong with being me. I am a better person because I acknowledge that I was just born with the wrong parts down there.

My mom, dad, relatives, friends, have all accepted me and stuff. I kept my job.. ummm.. I had REALLY hard times and stuff too, but with such a change I feel that I had to expect some turbulence along the way, you know? My mom will be with me during my surgery and stuff and my dad will come a few days after. Everyone who knows me tells me, "omg.. you are so much happier now!" They are right. I am, very much so.

I have had lasting friendships from this place. The two that stand out the most (cause we still stay in contact w/each other) are CJ and Sharon. I don't visit much, but I do want to say thanks to all those who are still here and you guys (SOs are my guys too) are totally a part of me that I'll never forget because you meant so much. I miss you.

The site is still maintaining the class it always had. So bravo to the not so new peeps running things here. You're maintaining what you've always done. Bravisimo!

Take care all of you!!!!

Curly(SO) · Post by **Curly(SO)** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 8:27 am

Hi Gracie, lovely to hear from you

So glad things are going well! It's brilliant that you have the support of your friends and family

I really hope the turbulant times are over...it certainly sounds like they are!

Be sure to pop by more often...I miss hearing from you, old friend! You were one of the first people to make me feel welcome here...that's not forgotten

Good luck with the surgery

and I want to see some pics!!!!

love and hugs,
Curly

Terri(SO) · Post by **Terri(SO)** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 8:36 am

Oh Gracie it IS SOOO nice to hear from you!
I had heard you were doing well from CJ but its better still to hear to from you. We miss you here.

Good luck with your surgery, its great you've got the support system to help you through it all.

Please do keep coming back to check in. Your transformation is inspirational. Happiness is great isn't it?
Terri

SilverLady(SO) · Post by **SilverLady(SO)** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 9:51 am

Hi, Gracie!!

Ditto to what Curly and Terri said, it's great to hear from you again! You do provide an inspiration to others who may be experiencing similar thoughts and feelings, knowing that they are not the "only one" in the world! I am so happy that you have support from your family and friends . . . that makes the biggest difference in the world, the acceptance from them, which is a 'validation' of sorts, if you know what I'm trying to say?

It was really great having the chance to finally meet you last December, you really are a "beauty" and it's obvious that you are happy with yourself . . . I just wish we had more time to talk!

Good luck with your surgery and post-op recovery, we'd love to see some pics of the new-and-happier Gracie, and do keep us updated, okay?!?

Love ya!

- SL

Carol Ann · Post by **Carol Ann** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 1:37 pm

Gracie,
You were one of the first person who help me on my way, I love you girl and never forget we all are your friends.

Post by **Celia** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 3:08 pm

It's good to hear from you, Gracie.

As I would with any major surgery, I hope this one goes well for you.

As I often do when I hear of a TS crossing this particular bridge, I feel a twinge of envy - not enough to goad me from my perennial ambivalence, but a twinge nonetheless. Ah, well - some of us will climb the mountain, some of us will yearn from time to time.

(And I'll mix a metaphor or two

)

Let us know how it goes.

Yours,
Celia

Post by **DonnaT** » Sat Jul 07, 2007 9:02 pm

Hi Gracie!

Glad you popped in again.

Anita · Post by **Anita** » Sun Jul 08, 2007 12:12 am

Hi Gracie--
I had to come out of the woodwork to say hi, and I'm glad you popped in. May your recovery be sure and steady. I co-facilitate a support group with 99% fulltime and post-op women in it, and I'm still a being who lives in both worlds. Sometimes I envy the resolve of those like yourself who are determined to live in one world only.

I certainly won't get to that by going backwards to male-only again--THAT isn't going to happen. So my only path to 'one world' is to follow you up the mountain, (to echo Celia). It could happen, but it's not happening right now. Keep in touch, please!

CJ · Post by CJ » Sun Jul 08, 2007 9:14 am

Well, golly gee, Gracie!

What a wonderful surprise! It's great to hear from you here.

I was aware that your big day was coming and I fully intended to call you soon. Your PM beat me to the punch. I'm giving you a buzz ASAP.

I wish you all the best in this, the continuation of an authentic life for you. The surgery is but one step on that journey. I'm glad to hear that you have the support of those who love you and whom you love. In this respect, you're one lucky gal.

Love you right back, you beauty full of grace!

CJ

DeeDee · Post by **DeeDee** » Sun Jul 08, 2007 3:28 pm

Hi Gracie
I'd just like to thank you for being here when you were, and helping me and others. I always thought highly of you and you know I wish the very best for you. I'll always have a warm place in my heart for you. Take care and hugs.
DeeDee

Lydia · Post by **Lydia** » Sun Jul 08, 2007 6:49 pm

Hi Gracie (aka Beauty),

My fondest wishes to you. You deserve all the good things in life.

I shall never forget the welcome and encouragement you gave me when I first timidly joined this forum almost two years ago.

Please don't stay away from here - you are missed.

Love and Hugs,

Lydia

Absaroka · Post by **Absaroka** » Sun Jul 08, 2007 7:31 pm

Gracie it's wonderful to hear from you again. It sounds like you have been growing by leaps and bounds.

I'm glad your family is supportive and hope the surgery goes well. I hope you'll come here again and let us know how you are doing.

My journey has been of far smaller magnitude of yours. There's no comparison really, it was just a question of a bit of self acceptance. But I want you to know that you were a very positive voice here and I am indebted to you.

Absaroka

Estefania · Post by **Estefania** » Mon Jul 09, 2007 7:30 am

Dear Gracie,

Yes, everybody else said that, but it is just great to hear from you!! You have been missed, that I can tell you for sure! :o)

*hugs*
Gaby

GalicianGirl(SO) · Post by **GalicianGirl(SO)** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 10:41 pm

I Miss You Baby!!!

Love You Bunches!!!

Sharon

KathyB · Post by **KathyB** » Tue Jul 17, 2007 6:00 pm

Congratulations Gracie! I wish you excellent results and a speedy and non-eventful recovery. You were Beauty when I came here first, and you've always been beautiful. Happy Birthday dear lady !!