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(09-09-2019, 01:02 PM)Stacia Wrote: (09-08-2019, 01:47 PM)MichelleL Wrote: So. I was thinking... Yes, my little brain does that sometimes. Isn't it going to be interesting, assuming I get the breast growth I am hoping for, walking through Walmart, braless with B cup breasts, having lost the weight I'm loosing, and without my hair having grown out enough to get it styled the way I want? Oh the looks I will get! That will be so funny. Love ya, Michelle 
I couldn't tell from an earlier "conversation" we had re Jan Morris' book Conundrum. I was reading through it again recently and she talks about a few impromptu meetings of strangers in public mid transition. Could be fun with your good attitude...but be careful of people. Yep Stacia, there are creeps everywhere. And I do want to stay safe. Especially when my boys are with me, I am always on the lookout for what type of people are around and close proximity. And I'm one of those that does not sit with my back to the door, and always makes sure I make a mental note of the exits. But I do think it will (notice I did not say 'would') be amusing to see some folks' expressions. Love ya, Michelle
(09-09-2019, 02:04 PM)Suzy Wrote: Congratulations Michelle!! I wish I had the courage to do what your doing! I live my life now pretty much 24/7 as a a female, but, I haven’t taken it to the lengths you are doing other than some hormone treatments, which have helped with some breast growth. I guess at my age, 73, I’m just happy to be living my dream now. I think also to be with a man as a true woman would be awesome! Congrats again, hugs, Suzy
Thanks Suzy. You know... A little orchiectomy goes a long way to helping HRT do it's thing.... I'm just saying... Hugs, Michelle
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(09-09-2019, 02:05 PM)MichelleL Wrote: (09-09-2019, 01:02 PM)Stacia Wrote: (09-08-2019, 01:47 PM)MichelleL Wrote: So. I was thinking... Yes, my little brain does that sometimes. Isn't it going to be interesting, assuming I get the breast growth I am hoping for, walking through Walmart, braless with B cup breasts, having lost the weight I'm loosing, and without my hair having grown out enough to get it styled the way I want? Oh the looks I will get! That will be so funny. Love ya, Michelle
I couldn't tell from an earlier "conversation" we had re Jan Morris' book Conundrum. I was reading through it again recently and she talks about a few impromptu meetings of strangers in public mid transition. Could be fun with your good attitude...but be careful of people. Yep Stacia, there are creeps everywhere. And I do want to stay safe. Especially when my boys are with me, I am always on the lookout for what type of people are around and close proximity. And I'm one of those that does not sit with my back to the door, and always makes sure I make a mental note of the exits. But I do think it will (notice I did not say 'would') be amusing to see some folks' expressions. Love ya, Michelle
(09-09-2019, 02:04 PM)Suzy Wrote: Congratulations Michelle!! I wish I had the courage to do what your doing! I live my life now pretty much 24/7 as a a female, but, I haven’t taken it to the lengths you are doing other than some hormone treatments, which have helped with some breast growth. I guess at my age, 73, I’m just happy to be living my dream now. I think also to be with a man as a true woman would be awesome! Congrats again, hugs, Suzy
Thanks Suzy. You know... A little orchiectomy goes a long way to helping HRT do it's thing.... I'm just saying... Hugs, Michelle
Thanks for the advice! Nah, I think at this stage in my life, I’ll just stay the way I am! I’m not sure my boyfriend would want me to get that anyhow! But, I’m very happy for you! Hugs, Suzy
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Well, this is just an addendum. I had my phone call with the Pre-Admission Screening Services folks at the hospital this afternoon. I went very well. The are faxing over instructions to my doctor to have an EKG and BMP blood work done. I will call my doctor Friday to schedule that work. And i have to call another group tomorrow about payment and insurance. And I found out that the hospital has valet parking... Wow! So 30 days to go. I wish it was tomorrow. Love ya, Michelle
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addendum 2. Met with the therapist today, and she will be faxing her letter of recommendation to the surgeon tomorrow. My hormone specialist will give them her letter in a week (she's in the same building). so, just one or two little tidbits left, and I will be ready for surgery. WOOHOO! Love ya, Michelle
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(09-12-2019, 06:16 PM)Anne Wrote: (09-12-2019, 03:48 PM)MichelleL Wrote: addendum 2. Met with the therapist today, and she will be faxing her letter of recommendation to the surgeon tomorrow. My hormone specialist will give them her letter in a week (she's in the same building). so, just one or two little tidbits left, and I will be ready for surgery. WOOHOO! Love ya, Michelle
Super congratulations Michelle. Such awesome news for you. We can hardly tell you are excited for this.  I was joking with my therapist today about having my mother take a picture after I wake up in recovery. And then I realized my hair would be a mess, and I wouldn't have any makeup on. Honey, there is no way in hell that that will ever happen. So you all are just going to have to wait until I get home and can post something. I'm mulling over posting a picture of the results after everything has healed. But that may be too much! As in, 'my eyes, my eyes, I can't see'. Love ya, Michelle
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Well ladies, addendum 3. The anesthesiologist has been paid for my 10/11 surgery, and my pre-op appointment with my doctor, for blood work and EKG, is scheduled for 10/1. So we are at T-25 days and counting. That's 'rocket surgery' talk....  And if I'm having a 'pre-op appointment', does that mean I'm a (drum roll please), PRE-OP you know what? Love ya, Michelle
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Addendum 4. I just got an email that the first, of the two, letters of recommendation for my surgery, are in the hands of my surgeon. And I pay the balance of my surgeon's bill tomorrow. Only a couple of more things on the list and I am 'good to go, ready for launch' (more rocket surgery talk) . Once all the things are checked off, and the surgeon's office gives the final green light, I am going to be fit to be tied waiting for the 11th..... Arggg! Love ya, Michelle
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Addendum 5. It just keeps getting better and better. I verified that both of the required 'letters of recommendation' are in the surgeon's office, and I paid the balance of my surgeon's bill. So the only other box to check off is the pre-op (I love that term!) examination with my doctor on Oct 1st. And I received my copy of the letter my hormone specialist sent. It is out of this world outstanding! 22 days and counting. I can't wait to write the morning of the 11th, "Hospital? We are green. Surgery? We are green. Anesthesia? We are green. Houston, we are go for launch." And when I wake up, "This is one small step for transwomen, one giant leap for Michelle". Love you all, Michelle
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