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Hello to everyone. This article is about my Keystone experience.
On Wednesday, March 20th I arrived at the Keystone Conference in Harrisburg as Tim. I saw these beautiful ladies and I was in awe. I couldn't wait to get dressed. I just knew I was going to meet up with a new friend I have never met. No, I am not going to be the most passable, that is for sure, but we have to start somewhere. So I got dressed; I am sorry I don't have a first outfit picture. However, I went to the door, put my hand on the handle and said "Suck it up buttercup, it is now or never." I opened the room door and went out into an empty hall. Pressed the elevator button, the doors open and there are about nine ladies in there. My eyes must have been huge. But I said hello, and they said it back so nicely. Then I said hi to a few more. Made my way to the bar area. Chatted for a little.
Then I got a text from my new friend. I can't wait to meet her. When she walked in I saw this beautiful lady that was meeting me there. I am still in awe. We introduced and started to talk. I did have a mask on because of being self conscious. We then boarded the bus for dinner. I also met two other ladies. We all sat and ate. I had to pull the mask down for that. But these ladies never looked at me weirdly. They all accepted me. Wow, what a wonderful feeling. Till the night was over the mask stayed down and never went back on again. The lipstick even came out. Anyhow, the next few days and nights only got better each day. My first experience was very uplifting and fulfilling. I did spend several days as Tammy. Which was just an amazing feeling. I look at the pictures now and I see Tammy. I feel very proud of her. I love that girl. She has always been part of me, although "kept in the closet". Now that she has made it out, I feel happy. I feel like my wings have spread. I feel proud.
Thank you to all of you lovely ladies for being so nice with your hello's and smiles. Thank you to the Keystone for making this possible. Thank you to all of you at CDH. I met someone years ago on CDH. We have never met but she has been such a great friend. She made the contact with my new friend whom I met here at the Keystone. We actually spent most all our time together. I am so grateful for her friendship. So CDH was the link that connected a lot of us here; Thank you. Also a thank you to everyone at the Hilton. You made our stay at your hotel and my first time out very special. So I say to anyone who is thinking of coming out, be brave, be safe, and be proud of yourself. Fun fact, today is actually my Birthday with CDH. I joined 3/26/2019. Thank you CDH.
@hott4heels What a great article and it just reinforces what a wonderful forum this is to introduce so many wonderful ladies to others. So proud of you Tammy xx
Thank you so much. Yes this forum is really wonderful. Through CDH I have made two wonderful friends. I have also made several other friends as well.
It was really nice to meet you, Tammy, while we were looking for the workshops on Thursday morning. Thank you for sharing your feelings at Keystone. The photo is beautiful. Your article is very heartfelt.
Gisela
@firefly It was really nice to meet you as well. Thank you for being so nice. And thank you for your kind words.
Congratulations, that takes a lot of courage! So glad yo were able to go through that door (figuratively) and get to experience what's on the other side. Onwards and upwards! 🙂
Congratulations on opening that door Tammy.
Glad you enjoyed what was on the other side
Thanks for taking the time to write about your wonderful experience Tammy. Read like I am right there with you, and wish I was.
Great photo too.. Love those leggings & heels!
Emily
Nice meeting you in Harrisburg Tammy. I am a friend of that nice lady in the picture with you.
Thank you very much. It was nice meeting you as well. She is just an amazing person.. A very good friend. I was lucky to have met her.
So glad you made it out for the first time. My first time out was Keystone too. And while that wondeful feeling of being at Keystone fades into the rearview mirror, know that the next will likely be even better. And even better with friends.
Erika
Thank you. The Keystone is just such a wonderful place to come out. Especially with a friend like the one in the photo with me. She is truly a wonderful person. I am blessed.
Tammy fantastic that you stepped out on your journey. I’ve been hearing about the Keystone Conference for a couple of years now and I have to watch closely for next year. So happy you have had a good experience.
Love, hugs and kisses
Kip
Kaitlyn
Thank you so much. All I can say is the Keystone was really amazing. Everyone there was so nice, polite, and helpful. I highly recommend if you ever get the chance, GO do it. I would think you would be so happy there. I know I was.
Tammy
Aww, that's a wonderful story Tammy. Thanks for sharing it. Sounds amazing. You look fabulous, and courageous!
I too used to hide behind a face mask. Not anymore.
Congrats Tammy. I’m glad your first time at the conference went so well, but it will only get better the more you go, trust me. Unfortunately I don’t think we met but there is always next year, hopefully I’ll see you then.
@melanieelizabeth Thank you so much. I am so looking forward to the next time. Well feel free to reach out to me anytime.
Such a wonderful, from-the-heart, article from Tammy... one of the nicest, kindest souls you'll ever meet!
@gaje21 Thank you Gaje. All I can say is , you need to realize how wonderful you are yourself. You have been such a great friend. You are also a big part of the reason I had such a wonderful experience. I thank you so much.
