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Vanya · 08-03-2013, 05:59 PM

Wow. I can't... believe... I'm doing this... again.

I'm Evan -- I go by Vanya (Russian-style nickname, from my father's side of the family). I'm a life-long out dyke who is finally, at 60-ish, owning that I'm trans. I was that kid -- drove my mother crazy from day one because I refused to wear skirts, spent my birthday money on toy trucks, and wanted to be Clint Eastwood when I grew up.

I've always passed as a guy about half the time in casual interactions (grocery store, etc.)... I've always preferred "Sir" to "Ma'am... etc., etc., etc.

So here I am, and it's weird, scary, but pretty exciting to be coming out all over again, and deciding (literally) what to make of myself.

And I'm dead happy to have found this forum, which seems like a good place to hang out and maybe get some support as I figure all this out...

alexri · 08-03-2013, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanya

Wow. I can't... believe... I'm doing this... again.

I'm Evan -- I go by Vanya (Russian-style nickname, from my father's side of the family). I'm a life-long out dyke who is finally, at 60-ish, owning that I'm trans.

And I'm dead happy to have found this forum, which seems like a good place to hang out and maybe get some support as I figure all this out...

Welcome! You will find a lot of trans* people here (FTM, male-identified but not transitioning, etc). If you haven't checked it out already, look for the Trans Zone for some great threads.

I'm glad you are on the path to embracing your true self.

Vanya · 08-03-2013, 06:18 PM

alexri, thanks for the welcome.

I've poked around here quite a bit, enough to get a sense that this is an actual community, which is rare on the interwebz... I'm looking forward to being a part of it, and I hope I have something to offer others here.

Arwen · 08-04-2013, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanya

alexri, thanks for the welcome.

I've poked around here quite a bit, enough to get a sense that this is an actual community, which is rare on the interwebz... I'm looking forward to being a part of it, and I hope I have something to offer others here.

Wait. No. What?

A real community? Us?

You found us. I'm glad.

Welcome to the Planet, Vanya. I have a dear bioboy friend who is a Vanya (and Russian, 1st gen US).

If you have questions, ask. We are here to help and we are glad you are here.

I know you just got here, but consider joining us in Little Rock in 56 days for the Planet Reunion. You and yours would be very welcome.

Koffeelvr · 08-11-2013, 01:01 PM

Howdy. I'm in my last 40's and live in the Washington DC area.

I love to travel and spend time with family and friends. I am a geek by profession.

Anything else you would like to know? Feel free to ask

Bèsame* · 08-03-2013, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanya

Wow. I can't... believe... I'm doing this... again.

I'm Evan -- I go by Vanya (Russian-style nickname, from my father's side of the family). I'm a life-long out dyke who is finally, at 60-ish, owning that I'm trans. I was that kid -- drove my mother crazy from day one because I refused to wear skirts, spent my birthday money on toy trucks, and wanted to be Clint Eastwood when I grew up.

I've always passed as a guy about half the time in casual interactions (grocery store, etc.)... I've always preferred "Sir" to "Ma'am... etc., etc., etc.

So here I am, and it's weird, scary, but pretty exciting to be coming out all over again, and deciding (literally) what to make of myself.

And I'm dead happy to have found this forum, which seems like a good place to hang out and maybe get some support as I figure all this out...

Heavenleahangel · 08-03-2013, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vanya

Wow. I can't... believe... I'm doing this... again.

I'm Evan -- I go by Vanya (Russian-style nickname, from my father's side of the family). I'm a life-long out dyke who is finally, at 60-ish, owning that I'm trans. I was that kid -- drove my mother crazy from day one because I refused to wear skirts, spent my birthday money on toy trucks, and wanted to be Clint Eastwood when I grew up.

I've always passed as a guy about half the time in casual interactions (grocery store, etc.)... I've always preferred "Sir" to "Ma'am... etc., etc., etc.

So here I am, and it's weird, scary, but pretty exciting to be coming out all over again, and deciding (literally) what to make of myself.

And I'm dead happy to have found this forum, which seems like a good place to hang out and maybe get some support as I figure all this out...

Hi, Vanya! You are in the right place! Welcome! There are many, many others on the Planet that totally relate to you and many of us femmes who adore and appreciate everything about y'all! I hope you are enjoying your stay here and you meet lots of nice folks!

SleepyButch · 08-04-2013, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanya

Wow. I can't... believe... I'm doing this... again.

I'm Evan -- I go by Vanya (Russian-style nickname, from my father's side of the family). I'm a life-long out dyke who is finally, at 60-ish, owning that I'm trans. I was that kid -- drove my mother crazy from day one because I refused to wear skirts, spent my birthday money on toy trucks, and wanted to be Clint Eastwood when I grew up.

I've always passed as a guy about half the time in casual interactions (grocery store, etc.)... I've always preferred "Sir" to "Ma'am... etc., etc., etc.

So here I am, and it's weird, scary, but pretty exciting to be coming out all over again, and deciding (literally) what to make of myself.

And I'm dead happy to have found this forum, which seems like a good place to hang out and maybe get some support as I figure all this out...

Welcome to the planet Vanya. I know you'll find a lot of support here. I wish you the best of luck in your new journey.

Vanya · 08-04-2013, 09:41 PM

Thanks, all, for the warm welcome. Happy to be here, and I'm looking forward to good conversations and to getting to know folks.

08-03-2013, 05:59 PM	#1
Vanya Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Trans-ish Preferred Pronoun?: He-ish Relationship Status: Yes. Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Upper midwest Posts: 4 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5 Thanked 17 Times in 4 Posts Rep Power: 0	Wow. I can't... believe... I'm doing this... again. I'm Evan -- I go by Vanya (Russian-style nickname, from my father's side of the family). I'm a life-long out dyke who is finally, at 60-ish, owning that I'm trans. I was that kid -- drove my mother crazy from day one because I refused to wear skirts, spent my birthday money on toy trucks, and wanted to be Clint Eastwood when I grew up. I've always passed as a guy about half the time in casual interactions (grocery store, etc.)... I've always preferred "Sir" to "Ma'am... etc., etc., etc. So here I am, and it's weird, scary, but pretty exciting to be coming out all over again, and deciding (literally) what to make of myself. And I'm dead happy to have found this forum, which seems like a good place to hang out and maybe get some support as I figure all this out... __________________ "Cowboys don't wear shorts."

08-03-2013, 06:18 PM	#3
Vanya Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Trans-ish Preferred Pronoun?: He-ish Relationship Status: Yes. Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Upper midwest Posts: 4 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5 Thanked 17 Times in 4 Posts Rep Power: 0	alexri, thanks for the welcome. I've poked around here quite a bit, enough to get a sense that this is an actual community, which is rare on the interwebz... I'm looking forward to being a part of it, and I hope I have something to offer others here. __________________ "Cowboys don't wear shorts." Last edited by Vanya; 08-03-2013 at 06:19 PM. Reason: too many words.

08-11-2013, 01:01 PM	#5
Koffeelvr Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Soft Butch Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Washington DC Posts: 16 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 14 Thanked 54 Times in 13 Posts Rep Power: 429510	Howdy Howdy. I'm in my last 40's and live in the Washington DC area. I love to travel and spend time with family and friends. I am a geek by profession. Anything else you would like to know? Feel free to ask

08-04-2013, 09:41 PM	#9
Vanya Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Trans-ish Preferred Pronoun?: He-ish Relationship Status: Yes. Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Upper midwest Posts: 4 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5 Thanked 17 Times in 4 Posts Rep Power: 0	Thanks, all, for the warm welcome. Happy to be here, and I'm looking forward to good conversations and to getting to know folks. __________________ "Cowboys don't wear shorts."