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Sadly Keystone 2023 is officially over and during my drive home I had the time to reflect on my experience this year. When I did I found myself tearing up, and it wasn’t because the conference was over, it was deeper than that.
I think this event can be whatever you make of it, you can dive into the workshops, or simply dress for few days in a friendly atmosphere but personally I enjoyed meeting people above all else.
I met so many wonderful people, and saw friends from cdh I had met before but the one common thread from every encounter was the acceptance I felt. The spouses were especially memorable to me, the love I sensed from them towards their husbands was palpable, and frankly emotional to me. I found myself have difficulty keeping myself from crying simply talking to them, in a good way of course. Such an absolute pleasure meeting you all and I’m looking forward to next year more than I can express. I’d love to hear about your experience and what you enjoyed about the conference.
I got home early yesterday. For me this event which was my first was truly cathartic for me. I was smiling and happy every second there.
I enjoyed the seminars but the social aspect was by far the best thing for me. I arrived there late Monday but come Tuesday morning I was up and out the door as Susan. Got my nails done, went shopping and sight seeing. Then everywhere I looked I ran into CDH girls. It was so much fun to just sit and talk with everyone. I never felt alone or uncomfortable because my CDH sisters were everywhere.
I truly can’t wait to go next year. I also hope to go the Lake Erie gala this November.
Susan
I may not have attended this year, but I thought that I would answer based on previous experiences. However, I was sadden to learn that I could only select one response, and there was not an all of the above option.
MacKenzie Alexandra
Sorry about that Mackenzie.
Meeting the Crossdresser Heaven people that I converse with on the chat line. It was wonderful to finally converse face to face with the members and have in depth conversations about our crossdressing journeys.
It was nice to meet new people in a secure friendly setting.
I also like the ability to pick and choose which seminars were pertinent for me.
I enjoyed meeting you, and our conversation in the bar.
For me it's always about the people. Meeting new friends and enjoying time with people I've been friends with for years. I'm not very active in CDH right now, but enjoyed meeting many of you for the first time. A couple of the girls here I know pretty well, and consider them true friends.
Lisa
I'd say it was about meeting people, but at different levels.
I met the beautiful and talented Diane Crow at dinner, attended her session about posing for the camera, and went for a photo shoot where I got some absolutely gorgeous photos. When things settle down, I'll post a few.
I got to meet and talk with Savannah Hauk. I'm an avid listener of her podcast and it was nice to meet her in person.
I got to meet with other CDH friends. It's nice to be able to put faces to the names and share stories in real time.
I got to meet with some friends from south (New) Jersey. I used to see them at parties thrown by a friend, and since she moved away, I haven't seen them in a few years.
This was my first Keystone and I had a wonderful time. It was great to meet face-to-face with gals I had known only virtually but for me the best thing about Keystone was when I was able to sit and have a nice conversation with someone instead of just saying a quick hello. Having extended interactions with people allowed me to really get to know them. I was lucky to chat for a while with Marie Chandler, Roberta Broussard, Barbara Heller and the irrepressible Janice, all from CDH along with Cristy Garcia, Kandi Robbins and Amy Pond from the Vanity Club and with the lovely LynneLee, a super nice lady I met.
Is it too soon to sign up for next year?
Fiona
Susan,
Are you the Susan who was sitting next to Jane Holst of the Vanity Club at the Italian restaurant Wednesday night?
Fiona
Hi Fiona, what you said really resonates with me and I feel I missed the opportunity to talk with more people at length. You are someone I didn’t get the chance to chat with as much as I’d have liked. Maybe next year. Thank you for your comments
Mel
I was so happy to see your post andI too wanted to choose more than one answer ! My problem was there was not enough time. Seeing old friends, old friends that I had met from CDH, new ones, new ones from Facebook etc… If that’s my problem then I think it’s a good one to have.
My regret was not spending more time with some of the new CDH people I met. It’s almost like we need a CDH conference. Looking at the numbers I bet we were close to 8% of the girls there which is very impressive.
If you have not gone to a Keystone before do what you can to get to one. It’s a life changer ! Love you all!
I also wanted to choose all of the answers but did settle on simply meeting others. It was great to see and spend time with everyone. Each day seemed better than the rest. I especially enjoyed meeting other intersex folks and hearing their stories. I hope to attend again next year. Now, on to Atlanta Comfort Conference. Marg
I am still processing the experience. And I want all of you to know it totally messed up my golf game yesterday. Instead of concentrating on golf I was reliving Keystone and wishing you were my golf partners, and we were all in skorts and sleeveless polo tops. LOL
It was my first conference and my first time interacting with other dressers. It was wonderful beyond description. We all struggle with this part of our life I am sure, and it is comforting to know that their are others out there. I also now know that when I am down on myself I can message anyone of you and say "please help me" and you will be there for me.
Elaine
Yes that was a fun night. I had so much fun. There are some photos of that night. I think we numbered near 25 or more ladies that evening.
Susan
