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I’m sitting here all dressed up in the parking lot of the Walmart working up the nerve to walk in to pick up a few grocery items and perhaps some new panties. Not sure if I can go through with it. Wearing a denim ankle length skirt, pull over sweater black somas sneezers and a grey cardigan. Also have a trans pride face mask but could switch it out to one that has flowers on it which will likely draw less attention. Don’t know but I’m still sitting here in procrastination.
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Registered On: April 30, 2016Topics: 19Replies: 726Has thanked: 3924 timesBeen thanked: 2259 timesCongrats on the successful shopping outing! Isn’t it a wonderful feeling? The more you go out and realize how people pay very little attention to their surroundings, the more confident you get. I go out 3-4 times a week. Sometimes shopping, sometimes just for a walk. The first time I went for a walk, I was extremely nervous. Then I realized that the worst thing that could happen is that someone would notice that I was a man dressed as a woman, that never happened. I also thought about the fact that possibly I could be an encouragement to someone who has been wanting to go out but hasn’t yet raised the courage. Either way, I’m hooked and will continue to go pretty much wherever I want to.
Registered On: July 26, 2020Topics: 50Replies: 1436Has thanked: 6685 timesBeen thanked: 7972 timesMindy
Four little words….please go for it !!!
Four more….you will love it !!!
Best wishes, grace xx
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I went in and shopped. Was a huge adrenaline rush. Picked up the grocery items I needed and some clothes.
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Congratulations Mindy! The first of many outings!!!! Hugs Pru
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Registered On: September 16, 2019Topics: 19Replies: 2448Has thanked: 1340 timesBeen thanked: 4859 timesHi Mindy,
Congratulations on being confident to enter the store. Welcome to CDH!
Great plan to do your grocery shopping as Mindy. You can use the self check-out station.
Alice
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I remember those days, I used to feel like I was going to die one step out of my car. But once I took that step it was the greatest experience of my life, I totally will go anywhere in public pre COVID and not even care about anyone or anything. Remember confidence is key!! without that you will stick out and be clocked. I encourage anyone who hasn’t done it to try.
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Registered On: March 26, 2020Topics: 12Replies: 757Has thanked: 2425 timesBeen thanked: 3722 timesIt’s true that confidence is key, but the key to that key is in enjoying the moment.
As a part-time dresser, I still get nervous after parking up – and one of the worst things to do is sit and contemplate what you’re about to do – that stuff brings on the stage fright!
What I started to do is pull up into a space, and check my makeup. On my Brighton trips, I always stop at Cobham Services and put my makeup on.
The act of doing that, and seeing the results puts me into a dreamy space, where confidence suddenly becomes a given, and any problems with my appearance are in other people’s minds, ergo, nothing to do with me at all.
I step out of the car with only my mission in mind: Coffee (and perhaps the little girl’s room).
I love that the coffee places call your name. Sometimes people look and smile, but I have never had any problems in a Service station (or any other shop, come to that).
I don’t look like my profile picture, but like the two pictures in my public photos that don’t have many likes.
People don’t look twice at a plain looking person – although a 6’4″ woman raises eyebrows and smiles.
Who cares if they’re laughing at me – I know that I am responsible for that smile, and that’s perfect. I’ve added to the sum total of smiles that day, and caused some of my fellow humans to laugh.
And I have coffee.
Win, win, win
Love Laura
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Registered On: November 18, 2020Topics: 10Replies: 433Has thanked: 1840 timesBeen thanked: 1997 timesThanks for sharing that Laura, stories like this are extremely important to me as I try to glean little tips here and there while I build up my courage for my first outing. As for those giggles you occasionally might hear, I’ll bet many of them come from men who have CDed themselves or have at least thought about it.
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- Registered On: March 26, 2020Topics: 12Replies: 757Has thanked: 2425 timesBeen thanked: 3722 times
Hi Cindy
The other half come from women who have a passion for cross dressers!
I’ve lost count of the number of lovely ladies (usually with perfect makeup and a great sense of style and dress) who have rushed up to me randomly and said things like “Oooh!!! I love girls like you”, or “OMG, You’re my soul mate!” – just like that, a propos of nothing.
And I mean at Cobham Services at 10.30 in the morning on a Saturday, not in some dodgy bar at closing time… although yes, it happens then too.
There are people who have a LOT of love for cross dressers, male and female.
This is why it’s fine to just ignore the haters (or take suitable evasive action!)
Love Laura
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- Registered On: November 18, 2020Topics: 10Replies: 433Has thanked: 1840 timesBeen thanked: 1997 times
There must be a real temptation to follow up on it for you. Positive attention while out like that would be a sweet ego boost whether it came from a man or woman, but to have a random GG act that way to me would be a real head turner.
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- Registered On: March 26, 2020Topics: 12Replies: 757Has thanked: 2425 timesBeen thanked: 3722 times
You are right there, girl.
On occasions, I’ve had to gently remind the rapt female in question that I am married – I don’t want to lose my new lovely friend so quickly, but when they make it clear what is on their minds, you need to dig deep.
I’ve been very surprised just how strong Laura is in those situations – I am not talking about subtle hints from some women – I mean it’s like a CD is some kind of aphrodisiac to them, and they become insistent, as if you must be weaker than a “proper man”.
I’ve been genuinely shocked, but I refuse to ruin my marriage over one night of stupidity – and besides, that sort of behaviour seems blokey to me, and is not alluring.
But as a confidence boost and validation of my dressing, it’s beyond my wildest dreams, and I can’t deny that I love that sort of attention!
I draw the line at a dance and a hug. No lip kissing – it smudges the gloss.
Love Laura
I would absolutely love to have a GG come up to me in public. Being single I’d likely follow up and develop a relationship be it a friendship or more. I am however very leery of strangers male or female that I g do not know or aren’t mutual friends with someone I already know. I always question peoples motives. May sound bad but my self preservation is usually in overdrive, if that makes any sense.
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- Registered On: March 26, 2020Topics: 12Replies: 757Has thanked: 2425 timesBeen thanked: 3722 times
Hi Mindy
Just keep working it – get an image that you love to see in the mirror, that makes you smile, and you will make others smile too.
It’s a question of when, not if, so relax and enjoy the ride.
You’re right to be wary, I’m very wary too – but at the same time, I treat every stranger as a friend I don’t know yet, and I expect them to respect my boundaries, or I’ll know they’re not a friend.
It is possible to relax and have fun, yet be on your guard – I don’t know how Laura does it, she’s a stronger person than I would be in male mode, that’s for sure!
But in male mode, I never have women coming up to me declaring that they love me – like I say, it seems to be a real passion for some.
I’d suggest keeping such an enthusiastic approach at arm’s length until you’ve hung out with them for a while. If they really lik like you and not just your glamourous image, they’ll wait and go along with you.
Disclaimer: this is just a suggestion, based on my own experiences. I’m not a relationship guidance counsellor, I’m an IT consultant!
Love Laura
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Laura,
“any problems with my appearance are in other people’s minds, ergo, nothing to do with me at all.” Good way to put it in perspective. I’ll remember this next time. Yea, I sat there too long thinking about it. I think a big part of why I was able to do it is because of the mask mandate. No amount of makeup will make me passable. What I wore was very plain so I didn’t stand out. I’m 5’11” and wore flats, although I love heels and I can walk in them quite well I thought flats where a better choice in this situation. I was nervous, so much so I tried getting out of my truck while I still had my seatbelt on then once I was in the store I realized I still had Copenhagen in my mouth. Obviously my male side chews tobacco.
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Hopefully you can do this. Next time should be easier. Let us know how it goes.
Hugs from Jenny
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Go for it Mindy. I remember my first time going to my local supermarket – ASDA – early one winter morning it was only just beginning to get light so the store was quite empty. My heart was pumping and I was scared that I would get verbal abuse but nothing could have been further from the truth. The few people who were there more or less ignored me. One man said’ “Excuse me ma’am” as he leaned across in front of me to get a purchase. The checkout girl didn’t turn a hair although I suspect she knew I was a cross dress and I had the courage to ask her to take a photo of me on my phone. She readily agreed and it is one of my favourite ‘snaps’ in my cross dressing collection. Since then I’ve been out into the world as HildaRuth on many occasions and invariably I’ve been accepted.
HRxx
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I was the same way, I’d get all dressed up then pull into the parking lot and sit there in procrastination, it’s really tough to get out of the car and walk into that store especially if you’re wearing something like heels. Lots of questions go through your mind. “Am I going to pass?” “ is someone going to notice I’m not a woman?” “Will I get flustered if someone speaks to me?” When you get out the car and walk inside the store keep telling yourself you just another woman in the store shopping. Don’t worry if people take a glance or look, it’s scary at first believe me then the more you go out and become more comfortable you’ll start not caring. I was so uncomfortable at first then I said to myself, people can think what they want, I can’t control that. I’ve been out many many times and never had a bad experience where someone confronted me. Go out and enjoy the world as a woman! Screw them all haha! It’s my body and my own clothing! Who are they to say any different.?
Best of luck in your future outingsNatalie
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Well done you, nothing stopping you now!
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Registered On: April 11, 2017Topics: 19Replies: 644Has thanked: 2409 timesBeen thanked: 2418 timesI had to scroll down to find out you did it!!! Well done Mindy❤️
A right of passage for so many of us, sitting in the car looking fabulous, trying to take that huge metaphorical leap into the outside world, fully expressing your wonderful Mindy in public. Such a buzz first time. Well done Mindy.
❤️Bianca
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Really happy for you. Conquering fear is a real achievement!
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Registered On: January 2, 2021Topics: 3Replies: 217Has thanked: 237 timesBeen thanked: 547 timesHi Mindy
It was just that way of introducing myself to the world… driving my wife down to the supermarket and just sitting in the car looking out at all the people. Thrilling and ultimately brilliant for acclimatizing to going out for real!
The trick was… for driving… was realizing that I still drove like a man! Funny but real. Even driving in heels wasn’t a problem it was the physical way that women drive. How they hold their hands on the wheel, how close to the wheel they sit… the gesticulating and verbosity! Hmmm… one other writer said have a bag of groceries in the car… great idea. Once you get over the shock next thing you’ll be stepping it out, Sister!Xxx //Polly
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Hi Mindy well done, i wish i had the courage to go shopping en femme it would be nice to go shopping as Rozalyne,
You have taken one big step being in the car park now have you got the courage to take an even bigger step and get out of the car and walk into the shop,
Our thoughts are with you and let us know what you decided xxxxx
Hugs Rozalyne x
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Just sitting in the car is a good start to being ‘out and about’. I sometimes take my own shopping with me to look like I belong there when I go window shopping.
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Registered On: January 15, 2020Topics: 17Replies: 860Has thanked: 6708 timesBeen thanked: 3267 timesGo girl go, congratulations that’s was extremely brave. The sky is the limit now you have broken the ice.
You may get noticed, but most people are not even bothered, good luck and happy shopping.
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Registered On: May 26, 2019Topics: 17Replies: 1707Has thanked: 3036 timesBeen thanked: 5723 timesHI Mindy,
I’m pleased to read that you made it inside; most of us have been in that same place at one time. My own first outing after my first makeover was also to Walmart, where I bought a few things and used the self-checkout counter. But in many subsequent trips, I have gone through the regular lines, and nobody has ever paid the slightest attention to me.
Hugs,
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Registered On: January 19, 2019Topics: 64Replies: 1204Has thanked: 1966 timesBeen thanked: 4114 timesThats so Great Mindy I am so happy for you.
I did the same thing last year and it was so incredible.
Thank you for sharing with us we are so proud of you.
Somebody give that girl a bouquet of roses.
Hugs Patty
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I’m in the store. OMG!!
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- Registered On: March 26, 2020Topics: 12Replies: 757Has thanked: 2425 timesBeen thanked: 3722 times
Hi Mindy
Did I miss the rest of this?
What happened in the store?
Did buy anything?
How did it make you feel?
How do you feel now?
I need to know!!!!
>edge of seat!<
Laura
I went in. Picked up the groceries items I needed, a scented candle, electric razor for shaving my legs, some pretty smelling body wash, 3 panties, a cute top, a floral print bra, some fuzzy pink pajamas, and a soda.
I didn’t notice anyone giving me any strange looks, went through the self checkout do I didn’t need to speak to anyone. The whole thing was a huge adrenaline rush. It felt wonderful. I’ll definitely be going out as Mindy more often. I can hardly wait to do it again.
Way to go Mindy!!! You are truly an inspiration. You should be so proud!!!
Caly
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You Go Girl! So Proud of YOU!
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IDrove to a Walmart a few miles away, one I know is less crowded. Sitting here procrastinating again.
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Registered On: December 7, 2020Topics: 3Replies: 56Has thanked: 159 timesBeen thanked: 302 timesMindy. GO. You got this, girl!
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I I did it! OMG I was soooo nervous. Bought a really pretty floral print bra, 3 panties, a cute top for 3 dollars. Also the grocery items I needed. Didn’t see anyone give me a 2nd look. What a way to start the week.
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You did yourself proud! Yeah Mindy!!!
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Registered On: June 11, 2020Topics: 37Replies: 799Has thanked: 3889 timesBeen thanked: 4247 timesOutstanding Mindy!! Good for you hon! There just have been fireworks going off in celebration in your head after that! 😁
Bet you can’t wait to go back.
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After tonight I may always do grocery shopping as Mindy. Although tonight was just to pick up a few things. I did browse a bit. Bought a scented candle, some girly body wash and an electric razor for my legs.
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Registered On: December 8, 2020Topics: 19Replies: 315Has thanked: 2407 timesBeen thanked: 1216 timesHi Mindy, go for it. Most of the people in there will be too focused on themselves and the staff are paid to be polite. Plus theyve probably seen stranger thing honey. Go get em and enjoy yourself.
Love Trish
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