… when you look down at your freshly painted toes and feel that rush. OMG!
I’m new, quite new in fact, but the desires have spanned decades. Like so many on here whose own stories are very compelling. They come from hard backgrounds, tough times and a locked closet of ten bolts, locks and rivets so that no one can pry that door open. Not all of our paths to this point are the same, but a lot of us have emerged from similar backgrounds.
So when there’s that moment when we can look down at our toes or feel the fabric grace upon our skin we can rejoice, even if just for a few minutes. Because ultimately, hopefully, some day we can let our inner girl out from the shell we’ve had within us.
No matter what way we choose to create that opening of exploration and feeling, it’s with hope that we all, all of us, can some day experience that at a time that best suits us. Not everyone wants 24/7 but a lot do. Not everyone has the same buttons to press and that’s okay too. The great thing about a place like CDH is that we all get it. We may not be the same, or have the same desires and wants, but we get it at the most basic level. The incredible love and support here is beyond words: the best experience I could’ve asked for.
The road may be very hard and difficult. The opportunities may be limited or seemingly non-existent but I will always know that I have a home here of girls that understand and get it. That’s a huge blessing when there are days I wake wondering exactly how I got here and where do I go now that I am here. These steps are tough but they’re good solid steps. However, as I take those steps I see my painted toes and I know this is where I was meant to be.
I once went to a nail salon and had a French manicure done. The girl tried to talk me out of it,but I Insisted. The result was just too unbelievable. The felt like it was the thing to do. I wore gloves sometimes, but I didn’t care about what other people thought. It was a little difficult to do buttons, and the long nails took some getting used to. The look of the pretty nails were worth it.
@kim-cummings – I’m glad you stuck with it and got what you wanted. The public perception thing – I totally get and understand. I’m still trying to sort that out a bit, but kudos to you for sticking to what you wanted! Well done!
Wow Kim… French manicure is still on my “to do list"…I have had manicures but not the French…. How long did you keep the French manicure? Thank you for sharing…
I have been wanting to go to a nail salon for nails also and I’m going to try it soon.I go to the salon for makeup lessons and facial massage once a month in full dress and I love it
@jamies-time – that’s awesome!! I look forward to that experience some day. I have a couple leads for a makeup person that I hope works out. Yay!! I’m happy for you!!
thanks Blue Belle for your support. I am out to my children, daughter in law, and all of my family. All are Ok with it. I am out to my best friends and they are ok. All said just don’t dress around them. My wife now has taken 8 years to get to accepting but still not understanding. However, she is willing to work with me. it has not been easy.
You are courageous Dani ,I cant see my wife accepting me if she found out but I love who I am and what I wear so I will persist!
Some of you gals are lucky have such people to understand what you’re going through or what makes u happy as for me I’m happy being the woman I am but at sametime somewhat trapped in being male figure on account people round me don’t get it or don’t understand I’d rather show my feminine self as it’s hard to combine my inner woman with male body without letting other’s know however trying my best to let her out an show what she’s made of
@Zena I think most all of us get this. In fact, I know there’s a lot of stories from girls on here that have been in the same situation as you. It seems depressing and impossible – but things can happen over time. We perceive that we’re locked in these boxes and while yes – there will be those folks that simply won’t understand – it’s not the end of the world either. Again, time changes things. I never thought that at the age of 47 – I would be able to fully embrace what I do today. That’s 40… Read more »
Went to pedi with my wife she picked the color
I vealways had a thing for pretty feet and polishing my toes
@Stefanie Sapphire – that’s great! What color do you have now?
Its called pat on the black
Dark purple looks black
Sallie Hansen
Hmmm…my first mani/pedi? Tonight is my first night with my first wig. It is indescribable.
Awesome! I do hope you share how that was some time. I got my first wig the other day but haven’t had a chance to give it a good attempt yet. I’m so excited!!
I have just ordered my first wig and cant wait then I can venture out to shops.
i don’t stop with shaved legs i shave my whole body
@Delbra – I’m envious at the moment. I’ve been mulling around doing the same thing – and I’m curious if you just went the razor route or if you did something else.
Belle
I am so proud of you girl. I have been shaving my entire body from neck down for the past 3 months. I am hoping to get a pedicure very soon. I love the advice and tips on this site. 🙂
Hi Belle I use an electric hair trimmer first the get the razor out seems to work well for me.
Oh yes, the feeling of being freshly shaved all over is wonderful. Especially then slipping on a pair of pantyhose
I shave my whole body as well. I agree Tracy.
I took the plunge I went back to the salon where I had gotten my toe nails coated with clear polish the last time I was in there This time I had the same girl who did my pedicure doing it again I asked her to bring me the box of nail polish so I could choose a color I picked out a wine color and told her that I wanted her to use it on my toes She didn’t hesitate and started to apply the polish on my toes. When she was through the lady seated next to me… Read more »
That’s amazing @Janine!! Congratulations!! That’s a huge step and you did it head held high!! I’m so happy for you!!!
Go for it i do its my foot my choice the more of us that do the more its accepted
Janine you are very amazing I have always wanted to do that but my wife does not accept me in female form so can never do it.
I get pedicures on a regular basis. Almost always French Tips, I also wear flip flops most of the time. Living in Texas, where it is warm quite a bit of the time helps.
That’s awesome @Rochelle Roberts!! I’m a bit envious in that regard – but I will have to look into it!
I have gone to a nail salon and gotten my legs waxed and then had a manicure and pedicure and picked a very pale pink nail polish ….it was wonderful ….one of the greatest experiences I ever had . Now every time I go to the salon they ask me if I want my legs waxed and always try to talk me into a dark red polish called Scarlet ….so wish I had the couage to get that color…..someday I definitely will!
You lucky girl. Sounds wonderful
That’s awesome! Go for the Scarlet!! 🙂 You’ll love it!!