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10 yr difference: MtF, 8 yrs HRT, FFS, BA (47 yrs on the left, 57 yrs on the right)

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MTF, 5 years HRT (over 50). It’s been hard work but I’m definitely living a better life.

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Trans (MTF): 9 years ago (I was in yr. 4 of T injections hoping to finally be happy in my own skin) VS. now (7.5 yrs. on E (plus FFS and BA)).

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MTF, 7 years HRT, 2 years post FFS, 6 months post BA. Before pic (left) I was 48 and doing T injections to try and butch up. Current pic is 57. Transition saved my life.

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MTF. At age 49, ‘girl-time’ meant wearing eyeliner and perhaps a bra to soothe the pain. It hasn’t been easy, but at 57, I’m here this AM to honor ‘girl-time’

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How it started vs. how it’s going. MTF, 5.5 yrs HRT and 6 months post FFS. Believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams. Happy Wednesday!

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54 yr, MtF. Dumped by old friends, I noticed my new friends happened to be lesbians. After a glass of wine, I asked, “would a lesbian ever find me woman enough to love me?” She said, “honey, you are totally more than woman enough to be loved by another woman”. I met my future wife the next day!

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5 yrs ago, I faced the mirror and gazed upon my reflection. There was no sign of me on the outside but I knew she was in there. Tears of pain have been replaced with joy. After 5 yrs of HRT, I finally see me. He kept me safe, surrendered and sacrificed everything to give me the chance to be here.❤️

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MTF, 56 y.o., 6.5 yrs HRT. I surrendered to my truth in 2016. Legal name and gender changed in 2018, remarried in 2020. FFS in 2021. Pic L (2014), R (today). Anything is possible.

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Happy Transformation Tuesday. 5 years HRT (MtF). 55 years old... never too late to live authentically and happily.💖✨

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MTF, 10 yrs HRT... only, my first 4 were on T in a last ditch effort to butch up / force myself to be a dude. 6 yrs on E now and I couldn’t be happier! It’s my 1 yr FFS anniversary too.

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MTF, 15 years ago I suffered from intense gender dysphoria (left). Now, after 6 yrs HRT and 1 yr post FFS, I’m much happier on a daily basis (right). Give yourself a chance, you’re worth fighting for.

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I began my transition 7 years ago at age 50, after my abusive father passed away. Erasing him from my reflection was essential. HRT helped to a point. Surgeries include FFS and BA helped. Full-time since 2018 and remarried in 2020. It’s been a long, hard battle but oh so worth it to be here today.

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MtF musician... ~6 years between pics (3.5 yrs on HRT). Trans guitarist always on the lookout for that big break!

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Transition encouragement (especially for those over 40): It’s never too late. Bottom left: 48 yrs old/pre HRT. Top left: 51 yrs old/1 yr HRT. Right: 57 yrs old/7 yrs HRT. I’ve had some affirming surgeries along the way. Details below.

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As tough as it was, I look back on my 4 years of T as a blessing in disguise. I denied my truth so hard that I actually did T shots in order to ‘force’ myself to be male - didn’t work! Well, here’s the real (happy) me at just over 3 years on E. Oh, and I’m 53 (one of those ‘never too late’ gals).

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MTF. Age 51(L) to age 57(R)... so much has changed as I continue to progress through my transition. This 7th year of transition has brought the biggest gains both physical and mentally. Anything is possible when you give yourself a chance to be here. 7 yrs HRT, 2 yrs post FFS, 10 mos post BA.

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MTF, 6 years apart, 5.5 yrs HRT, 8 months post FFS. About to turn 56.

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Dysphoric at 49 (left), my life slowly burned down over the next 2.5 yrs. At my lowest point, my marriage ended and I slept on a warehouse floor. Now at 55, I’ve remarried and own a home. All I wanted was a chance to be me. Anything’s possible. It’s never too late.

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44 (L) vs 56 (R). Six years HRT plus FFS.

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FINALLY FREE: For 50 years fear, guilt and shame kept me closeted. 42 & in the closet (L), 52 & free (R) 2.5 yrs HRT. Thx ivy_irl for the inspiration to share my freedom 💖✨

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It’s been a long hard fought road to joy and happiness. 48 yrs on the left, 54 yrs on the right. Four years of HRT. Stay strong and never give up on yourself. 💖✨

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My stage look has changed just a bit. 6 years ago (L) vs last night (R). Performing live music is much more satisfying now that I can just be me.

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The pain felt impossible to bear. One year ago I was in the middle of a marriage ending, losing most of my friends, witnessing customers fleeing left and right, unfollows on IG by the thousands - all due to transition. Freedom and personal authenticity is very becoming and for me, it was worth it.

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Seven Years: Reflecting on my MTF trans journey (see comment section for the juice).

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MTF Body Progress: On the left, 22 months HRT. On the right, 46 months HRT. I honestly dream of what could have been had I transitioned in my 20s. I accept that I denied my truth as long as I did - but I’m here now at almost 54 thriving and living authentically💖✨

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This is for my sisters who wonder if “low T” is behind their depression. After labs revealed low T, I tried 4 years of shots. My dysphoria worsened (aggressive mood and elevated libido) leading to deeper confusion and depression. I feared that this detour ruined my chances of transition. It didn’t.

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7 weeks post FFS + 5.5 years HRT = a whole new life! Old pic is 4 mos. pre HRT. I went from depressed/confused and scared to confident, strong and happy.

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There’s magic - and then there’s HRT. Where I started (4 years ago), mid way (22 months HRT), and current (4 years HRT). For me, transition was the only way forward. Just turned 54 and finally living a happy life. 💖✨

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Patented inventor reinvents self: ~7 years ago I was riding high having just received a patent unaware that I would crumble to the ground over the next 2 years. Chasing success was not the cure. Coming up on 5 yrs HRT (and turning 55). It’s never too late. 💖✨

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54 and 4.5 years HRT. No surgeries yet. Back in September, my new doctor added 50mg bicalutamide daily to my routine knock down my T. Overall, I feel more emotionally balanced. I think it’s softened my face too. Happy holidays!!!

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TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY: ~3 years HRT... I knew she was in there. She screamed, clawed and pleaded to be set free. There was pain, confusion, surrender, hope, trust and prayer. Here she is! Pic details: on the left, May 2016 (pre HRT). On the right, May 2019. 💖✨

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Given a little time, HRT can really work some magic on us older girls. Throwback to recent birthdays... lower left about to start HRT (turning 50), upper left 2 yrs HRT (turning 52), right, 3 yrs HRT (turning 53). It’s never too late to do what you need to do in order to be your self. 💖✨

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MTF 53: This post is for someone out there who’s scared and not sure which way is up. I came out 2 yrs ago. The holidays alone can be enough to stress you out. Add trans related stuff and wham. I went from homeless (sleeping on a warehouse floor) to hosting a holiday party and getting engaged. ❤️

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6 yrs HRT (MtF). My Pride Month 2022 post. Hopefully someone finds this helpful 💖(message in comments).

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To transition. To live ‘full time.’ Early on, everything seems insurmountable if not impossible. And yet somehow, you begin. I started HRT 4.5 yrs ago, and have been living full-time for 3. MTF (54 yr). Life is better. I’m growing. I see a future with me in it. I’ve given myself a chance. 💖

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MtF transgender guitarist gigging in Nashville tomorrow - first time on stage as the real me. My former self played lead guitar for the 80s glam band, Vain. 1989 (29 yrs pre-HRT) vs 2018 (21 mo. HRT). Feeling nervous/excited/loved - ask me anything.

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Patented inventor reinvents self... MtF (HRT 2yrs and 3 months).

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I might not call myself pretty but after 4 years HRT I have to say, I look like me. I was in there 50 years and am so thankful the the old me surrendered and gave me a chance. I love the old me, the part that kept me safe until I was ready, that knew when it was time, that knew I had to be. Me. ❤️

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6 Decembers. This post isn’t about being pretty. It’s about being alive, being here, visible. It’s about restoring a heart, a soul, initiating hope. Hope that it can happen, that I can be me. Gratitude that a path exists and the privilege in looking back at the progress, sharing with others. Hope.

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Can anyone see me? Can anyone see the real me inside? I buried her. I was scared. She doesn’t hate me. She forgives me, loves me and understands I did what I thought was best. She pleaded for me to surrender - she never gave up. I am here. I am happy. We are one. 💖✨ [MTF]

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ISOLATION BLUES - Lets try ‘bangs’ again! MTF HRT Timeline: Pic on the left, 10 months. Pic on the right, 3 yrs, 10 months.

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MtF coming up on 53 and three years HRT. On the left, dysphoria was eating me alive. On the right, insanely happy that I surrendered to my truth and transitioned. It was hard as hell but worth it.

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Ten years? Welp - I’d say I’ve been through some s#*t and come out the other side alive! (2009 vs 2019).

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5 yrs HRT, FFS just over 2 weeks ago. Still see some bruising and swelling. The pain was real - no doubt about it. But the relief has been undeniable. I’m glad so gave myself a chance. 55 yrs old and excited about my new life.

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MtF (54). Pic on the left is ~2 yrs HRT. Current pic on the right, ~4.5 yrs. The changes are subtle yet profound. Back then, I was living in a warehouse and sleeping on the floor. I had a roof over my head, a bathroom and an air mattress. I was grateful but it was also rock bottom for me...

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52 year old transgender woman (2 years HRT). Made some changes to my daily routine. Super happy with the results (detailed in comments).

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22 months on HRT (early 50s)... Here’s the changes vs. 16 months (day 1 thrown in as well). Possible inspiration for us older girls and those feeling ‘stuck’ at the moment. 💖✨

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Happy Transformation Tuesday! MtF trans woman (age: 53). On the left, 20 mos HRT. On the right, 38 mos HRT. I never thought I’d ever get the chance but next weekend I’ll be the first trans model to walk the runway for Fashion Is For Everybody. Stay strong, believe in and be good to yourself. 💖✨

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4 years ago, I dreamed of living my life in the present tense. I dreamed of being kind, of loving others and of loving myself. I dreamed of distant day where I could take in my reflection and no longer see my father, hear his voice, feel his abusive words. I live in the female zone now. I am free.

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Body changes (breast development): 1.5 yrs HRT on the left, 2.5 yrs on the right. Starting to get some fullness and nipple maturity kicking in these past 5 or 6 months.

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Body Changes. 19 months HRT on the left (hardly anything), 32 months HRT on the right (starting to happen). HRT seems to finally be working its magic these past 7 months. Being 52 and fearing I’d never have the body I’ve longed for in this lifetime, this really helps my dysphoria.

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16 months on HRT (early 50s)... changes have been rapid and substantial the past few months. Thought I'd share some potential inspiration for us older girls ♥️✨

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Happy Transformation Tuesday! Coming up on 4 yrs HRT vs. Day 1. Also about to celebrate my 54th Bday in a few weeks.

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Gender dysphoria was painful. Transition was necessary for me. Then came what felt like a never-ending ugly duckling phase. I knew she was in there. 3 mo. HRT on the left, 3 yrs 9 mos on the right. About to turn 54. Be kind to yourself and give it time. 💖✨

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30, 50, 52, 54... same DNA: 🎶I’m on the right track baby I was born this way🎶 (Coming up on 4 yrs HRT).

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MTF, 53: This post is for someone out there who’s feeling hopeless about their progress on HRT. That’s how I was feeling on the left at 1 yr, 10 months. On the right, today at 3 yrs, 6 months. It’s going to take time and hard work, but you’re going to make it. 💖✨

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Here's some potential inspiration for my older sisters... 49 on the left (8 months pre HRT), 51 on the right (17 months HRT). You got this💖

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Kinda bummed on Xmas that I missed the boat and transitioned (MtF) waaay too late (early 50s) and wasted 1.5 yrs on sublingual HRT vs injections. Despite the fact that I’ll never pass without surgeries, there has been some changes and I just started living full-time.

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MtF (age 53). Celebrating 3 yrs on E. Starting in ‘13 (top right), I gave it one more shot at making the guy thing work going as far and taking T injections (you can see the effects of that on the bottom right pic). That continued for 4 yrs. I’ve had a lot to overcome but it has been worth it.

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(L) 12/31/17 (New Years Eve), 2 weeks after coming out trans, I took this bathroom selfie, hopeful, scared and not really knowing exactly what hell I was about to go through. I just knew I had to be me. (R) yesterday’s fitting for my first fashion show this weekend. I’m 53. It’s never too late. 💖

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30 YEARS GAP IN TIME: Almost 52 years old MtF finds 30 year old picture... here’s the side by side comparison (22 months HRT).

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This post illustrates HRT and my aging process. 49 (btm L), 51 (tp L), 53 (R). I’ve seen it in myself and others - the temporary fountain-of-youth effect. I enjoyed it but it did make me regret not transitioning earlier. I’m looking more my age these days and I’m actually much happier. 💖✨

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Age 55, MTF, 5.5 yrs HRT and 5 months post FFS. I’ve made it through really dark times (left pic, living in a warehouse 2018). All I wanted was a chance. I fought to be here, never gave up and made it this far. I’m a lot happier these days.

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MtF musician... 4 years between pics (26 months on HRT). Anyone looking for a transgender guitarist with major label experience?

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June 2011<<>>June 2018. Just exhibited at the Namm Show in Nashville (music gear trade show). Not one ounce of shade or transphobia shot my way. Was very happy to finally JUST BE ME around my customers and colleagues. MTF, 2 years HRT.

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Happy Throwback Thursday! HRT Day 1, day 592, day 1,185. Hope everyone’s week is going good! 💖✨

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Transgender MtF: 2012//2018 Glow Up... from trying to find myself to “Here I Am!!”💖✨

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First week of HRT (June, 2016) vs. last night after rehearsal (I got cast in the Vagina Monologues) - no filter 💖✨

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Happy Transformation Tuesday... finally living in a real house after almost 1 year sleeping on a warehouse floor. Rock bottom sucked but I had to go through it to get to the other side. 2012 vs Today (2 years, 5 months on HRT).

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On the left, Christmas Day, 1976. I had just unwrapped the board game, Breaking Point but what’s really visible in my eyes is my dysphoria, sadness and the pain of being constantly bullied at school. I eventually hit my ‘breaking point’ 40 years later. Can you see any difference in my eyes now?

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2015 - 2018, MTF 20 Months HRT (age 51).

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In order to be able to show up for others you have to be willing to show up for yourself. It’s okay to love and accept yourself without fear, shame or guilt. My MTF journey started on my 50th birthday. Here I am, visibly trans a little over 3 years later.

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Throwback Thursday: <<27 years old vs. 52 years old>> . I’ve had to fight through what feels like impossible odds but here I am! 2 years HRT.

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5 Month Timeline: HRT (sublingual vs. injections) and electrolysis before/after. Left pic is sublingual back in October. Right is 4 weeks injections and 3 months or so of electrolysis at 2 hrs per week. I was scared of change and waited two years to switch to injections. I hope this helps someone.

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I’m in love 😍 After being alone for over 2.5 years, I met a wonderful person who sees me for the woman I am and we’re getting a house together next month!! Do I need to come out again - this time as a lesbian?

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1.5 yrs HRT << >> 2.5 yrs HRT. 16 hours into electrolysis. 52 yrs old. Living full time for 13 months. Finally free and happy!✨🤗

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Body Changes: Achieving ‘gap’ at 20 months estradiol (sublingual)

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51 y.o. MtF, 7 months HRT (Jan. 2017) vs. 19 months (last night, Jan. 2018).

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Three years ago (left)... one week into living full time now (right). I’m happier than I’ve ever been and comfortable in my skin simply ‘just being me.’

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11 months HRT verses 23 months — On the left, exactly 1 yr ago. On the right, last night. If I could go back in time I would say to the girl on the left, ‘I see you, I hear you, I love you, keep your chin up, stay strong, you got this, don’t give up, you’re beautiful and don’t you ever forget it.’

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<<Day One, Today>> (coming up on 2 yrs HRT).

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Got new glasses!! 2013 (pre everything) compared to yesterday MtF (20 months HRT)... this hippie girl born in the ‘60s can finally see!!!

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Throwback to April 2016<<, disphoric and worn out... now>> Taking on every major challenge that stands in my way and kicking ass!! When it feels impossible, find a way through it - one day at a time.

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MTF (22 months HRT), Trans Day of Visibility is coming... for personal reasons I was unable to be visible last year. For nearly 5 decades I tried being a guy in every way possible and it never, NEVER worked. I now live effortlessly happy and comfortable within myself. I’m Dylana, trans and proud 💖✨

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Nashville is a blue dot in a ‘red sea’... transitioning here hasn’t always been easy. Last year I was a volunteer usher at a fashion show. This year, I was on the runway 🤪 That’s not the big deal though. This isn’t Paris or NY - this is Nashville! Trans/queer/NB inclusion is happening here - wow!!

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MtF (20 months HRT) Just doing what I gotta do to survive... 2 years ago vs. two night ago. Hang on for dear life if you have to. Every day gets you closer to authenticity.

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Fun & Inspiring: Start of HRT, FaceApp, what happened IRL (20 months MtF)

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(MtF) After 2 years of self discovery (1.5 yrs HRT) I came out publicly on FB last night. Response has been more supportive than I anticipated. I'll post my coming-out strategy and note below in the comments...

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MTF skin/face changes, << 3 months pre HRT, >> 2 years HRT. No filters.

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🎶 Shouldn't be so complicated, just hold me and then just hold me again... Can you help me I'm bent I'm so scared that I'll never get put back together - MB 20. My transition in a song. I had to come off of 4 years of T... final attempt to ‘man up’. 2.5 years later - no longer Bent.

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<<January 20, 2018 (19 months HRT) vs August 15, 2018 (26 months HRT>> 52 y.o. MTF pre-op. Fitness and diet have helped dramatically altered my body. I’ve gone from hopeless in the early days to feeling young and believing anything is possible now. 💖✨

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Trans MtF... 9 months HRT vs 21 months. Even though I was smiling I still only saw him. A lot has changed in a year. She’s full-time now and loving a life I didn’t know could be possible. Estrogen, time, effort, courage and self acceptance have been the difference. 💖✨

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Start of HRT vs yesterday. Both taken at work, same shop, same light. 19 mo. apart. Trans sisters, for many of us, transitioning is the only way... this is me choosing to live.

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MtF 2 years pre HRT, versus 18 months on HRT. Really happy with my progress especially given my late start (age 51)❤️

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I never see hand feminization timelines so I thought I’d mix it up a bit for Throwback Thursday 🤪

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Big forehead and all... 23 months HRT (14 months full dose), out and living full time since 12/17. Things are coming together finally 💖✨

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2017 to 2018 (MTF). First pic is at 1 year HRT (dosage slowly ramped up during this time). Second pic is last week at 11 months full dosage (8mg sublingual). Two years HRT in total and I’m finally beginning to get comfortable and more confident. Even on the hard days, I’m so happy I’m me finally!

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MtF - One week HRT, versus 18 months on HRT. Coming out at work has brought complications but I'm powering through💖✨

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MtF 21 months HRT vs 6 months pre everything. Happy Transformation Tuesday 😘 I’m finding happiness is possible... Love, Dylana 💖✨

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Fearless Friday: Makeup and hair are essentials. I have a long way to go but I'm working on getting the basics under my belt. Love you guys🌈♥️

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