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shelleybear.livejournal.comFor those who are squickked by normal bodily functions don't go behind the cut.
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Jan. 15th, 2006
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Some developments and some questions
Jan. 15th, 2006 11:40 ambilijana.livejournal.comFirst and foremost, for those who don't know, if I am anything ,it is(or will be, rather) MtF. So, that's out of the way
I haven't begun physical transition at all. I've got the bod I was born with. Anyway...
( Apologies about those who might have been offended. I would like to say that the things I say in this cut will be somewhat graphic, and those who do not wish to read certain things in detail should avoid this. )
Anyway, thanks for reading!
Billie.
I haven't begun physical transition at all. I've got the bod I was born with. Anyway...
( Apologies about those who might have been offended. I would like to say that the things I say in this cut will be somewhat graphic, and those who do not wish to read certain things in detail should avoid this. )
Anyway, thanks for reading!
Billie.
shelleybear.livejournal.comWe had a talk today.
She admits that given time she could probably come to accept things.
Seems I make her laugh.
However, the central block are her feelings of obligation to her father, who according to her would totally freak if we moved towards a deeper relationship.
She admits that given time she could probably come to accept things.
Seems I make her laugh.
However, the central block are her feelings of obligation to her father, who according to her would totally freak if we moved towards a deeper relationship.
Attention Gentlemen of NYC and Environs
Jan. 15th, 2006 02:20 pmholographicjoe.livejournal.comThere's a new Yahoo group for maculine spectrum transfolk in NYC and the Tri-State (broadly defined) area: NYC_Tri-State-FtMs. Check it out!
Joe
Joe
Please come and support this event!!!!!
Jan. 15th, 2006 02:57 pmtif-boi70.livejournal.comTransgender Issues
An Interactive Panel Discussion
[January 4, 2006- Phoenix, AZ] Transgender Issues: An Interactive Panel Discussion. On Thursday, January 26th, 2006, from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. a diverse group of knowledgeable individuals will present information on transgender issues. Discussion will range from gender, sexuality and culture politics, inclusivity and ally development to daily life for transgender individuals. There will be plenty of time for discussion, questions and answers, and an opportunity for related groups to distribute literature.
Location: Community Church of Hope. 4121 N. 7th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85013. The main entrance is on 6th drive.
The panel will consist of:
Madelaine Adelman, PhD, associate professor whose research focuses on the politics of gender, sexuality and culture.
Myles Anthony, activist, member of GLSEN National Jump Start Leadership Team.
Loren Cannon, MS, MA, doctoral candidate in the Department of Philosophy, ASU, transman.
Jessica Pettitt, MeD, national trainer, consultant and facilitator for gender inclusivity and ally development.
Donna Rose, a post-operative transsexual woman. Donna lived the first 40 years of her life as a successful man in a man's world. Today she is a well known educator, author, advocate and spokesperson for a condition steeped in misconception, prejudice and ignorance. http://donnarose.com/
The event is co-sponsored by GLSEN Phoenix and 1N10, Inc.
GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) is the largest network of parents, students, educators and community members in the U.S. whose goal is to create safe and respectful K-12 schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation and/or gender identity/expression. The GLSEN Phoenix chapter focuses on schools in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. http://glsenphoenix.org/
1N10 is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Youth. 1N10 is dedicated to inspire and enable lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth to realize their full potential and foster a sense of community. We create a safe space for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning youth and their straight allies of all backgrounds to develop positive self-acceptance through life enhancing programs and character developing experiences. http://1n10.org/
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Laurie Provost, Program Coordinator, GLSEN Phoenix
training@glsenphoenix.org
An Interactive Panel Discussion
[January 4, 2006- Phoenix, AZ] Transgender Issues: An Interactive Panel Discussion. On Thursday, January 26th, 2006, from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. a diverse group of knowledgeable individuals will present information on transgender issues. Discussion will range from gender, sexuality and culture politics, inclusivity and ally development to daily life for transgender individuals. There will be plenty of time for discussion, questions and answers, and an opportunity for related groups to distribute literature.
Location: Community Church of Hope. 4121 N. 7th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85013. The main entrance is on 6th drive.
The panel will consist of:
Madelaine Adelman, PhD, associate professor whose research focuses on the politics of gender, sexuality and culture.
Myles Anthony, activist, member of GLSEN National Jump Start Leadership Team.
Loren Cannon, MS, MA, doctoral candidate in the Department of Philosophy, ASU, transman.
Jessica Pettitt, MeD, national trainer, consultant and facilitator for gender inclusivity and ally development.
Donna Rose, a post-operative transsexual woman. Donna lived the first 40 years of her life as a successful man in a man's world. Today she is a well known educator, author, advocate and spokesperson for a condition steeped in misconception, prejudice and ignorance. http://donnarose.com/
The event is co-sponsored by GLSEN Phoenix and 1N10, Inc.
GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) is the largest network of parents, students, educators and community members in the U.S. whose goal is to create safe and respectful K-12 schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation and/or gender identity/expression. The GLSEN Phoenix chapter focuses on schools in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. http://glsenphoenix.org/
1N10 is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Youth. 1N10 is dedicated to inspire and enable lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth to realize their full potential and foster a sense of community. We create a safe space for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning youth and their straight allies of all backgrounds to develop positive self-acceptance through life enhancing programs and character developing experiences. http://1n10.org/
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Laurie Provost, Program Coordinator, GLSEN Phoenix
training@glsenphoenix.org
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Jan. 15th, 2006 06:10 pmprincesstanya.livejournal.comBig "Thanks you"s to everyone who answered my questions last week! Your input helped me make up my mind on what to do about my beard for my trip next month.
Now I have a different question. I hope this one proves to be less controversial.
I was at work today when I saw a woman who weighed about what I do, and I was very pleased that I am shaped similarly to her. Same shoulders, same arms, that sort of thing. One thing that stuck out to me though was her butt. Her butt is much larger thn mine and I realized that by me not having a big butt at all might make me look less like a complete woman. I know they sell panties that have special inserts that make your butt and hips look bigger, but from what I have seen they offer very little padding, certainly not enough for a woman who is very curvy elsewhere.
Has anyone else had experience with creating a larger butt, besides going on hormones of course ;) Any recommendations or suggestions are appreciated!
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Now I have a different question. I hope this one proves to be less controversial.
I was at work today when I saw a woman who weighed about what I do, and I was very pleased that I am shaped similarly to her. Same shoulders, same arms, that sort of thing. One thing that stuck out to me though was her butt. Her butt is much larger thn mine and I realized that by me not having a big butt at all might make me look less like a complete woman. I know they sell panties that have special inserts that make your butt and hips look bigger, but from what I have seen they offer very little padding, certainly not enough for a woman who is very curvy elsewhere.
Has anyone else had experience with creating a larger butt, besides going on hormones of course ;) Any recommendations or suggestions are appreciated!
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ftmottermama.livejournal.comHas anyone heard of a cable TV channel called Logo? I stumbled across it recently.
They Beat the Girl Out of My Boy
Jan. 15th, 2006 10:42 pmamber-essence.livejournal.comSo, after looking on google and finding only news articles, does anyone know if there is somewhere online where I can find the full text of the new trans vagina monologue? It's been a couple years since I've seen the show, so I haven't seen that one yet. I'm sort of wondering if it's something I'd like to take a shot at auditioning for if it's not too late at my school (but mostly, I am just curious).
vagina monologues update
Jan. 15th, 2006 10:53 pmjjblue.livejournal.comFirst, I got some very valuable advice from a friend last night who (news to me!) is an actor. This tipped me towards doing the monologues.
Then today Beth and I went to the vday (vday.org) organizational meeting. After meeting and talking with the women there I am 100% on board to do this, in the monologue they picked for me. Although my experience is with wanting a penis and not a vagina and I told them this, the emotions and ideas expressed in it are the same, and the women know where I am, know where I am coming from, and think that I am a good addition. They also said wear whatever I am comforable in, and don't worry about my voice or facial hair etc., just be me. I'm very grateful. And thanks to all of you who chimed in.
So tomorrow night I go to the first read thorough, and that will be the deciding factor. The organizer/producer I met today had had some reservations, but she said after meeting and talking to me she is comfortable with me doing it and will tell the directors so. But I also told her that if the group as a whole feels it is inappropriate, or is uncomfortable with it, then I will bow out, no hard feelings. It's not fair of me to force myself in if this does not work for them.
There was also discussion about emailing the vday people because one of the rules is "no men performing, no men onstage", and they don't want to violate the rules. But I am a man with a vagina raised as a woman. So does it apply? The producer says she does not want to bother emailing, that she thinks it is fine and that Ensler herself would probably be on the side of inclusion. But if they do decide to email for permission and the answer is no, then that's fine as well, and I will lobby for changes in the future. Hell, maybe they can add a transman monlogue, or a more general transgender monologue.
The producer also made the point that she would like me involved because it will likely be the last year I can be. By next year I will (hopefully) be fully visibly male, and this will definitely exclude me.
But whether they keep me in this year or not I will still work with the organization, because I really believe in what they are doing.
Then today Beth and I went to the vday (vday.org) organizational meeting. After meeting and talking with the women there I am 100% on board to do this, in the monologue they picked for me. Although my experience is with wanting a penis and not a vagina and I told them this, the emotions and ideas expressed in it are the same, and the women know where I am, know where I am coming from, and think that I am a good addition. They also said wear whatever I am comforable in, and don't worry about my voice or facial hair etc., just be me. I'm very grateful. And thanks to all of you who chimed in.
So tomorrow night I go to the first read thorough, and that will be the deciding factor. The organizer/producer I met today had had some reservations, but she said after meeting and talking to me she is comfortable with me doing it and will tell the directors so. But I also told her that if the group as a whole feels it is inappropriate, or is uncomfortable with it, then I will bow out, no hard feelings. It's not fair of me to force myself in if this does not work for them.
There was also discussion about emailing the vday people because one of the rules is "no men performing, no men onstage", and they don't want to violate the rules. But I am a man with a vagina raised as a woman. So does it apply? The producer says she does not want to bother emailing, that she thinks it is fine and that Ensler herself would probably be on the side of inclusion. But if they do decide to email for permission and the answer is no, then that's fine as well, and I will lobby for changes in the future. Hell, maybe they can add a transman monlogue, or a more general transgender monologue.
The producer also made the point that she would like me involved because it will likely be the last year I can be. By next year I will (hopefully) be fully visibly male, and this will definitely exclude me.
But whether they keep me in this year or not I will still work with the organization, because I really believe in what they are doing.