Good morning everyone,    It’s a rainy morning here in central Indiana. I was lucky to get Parker outside for his morning walk and potty break before the rain started, he’s not very keen on getting rained on. This requires keeping an eye on him just wondering into the dining room where the cat litter boxes are and using the rug as a pee pad.    The morning coffee is almost gone, and we’ll be doing inside chores today.    Best wishes as you take on the day.   Mindy🌈🐛🏳️‍⚧️🦋    

@Birdie I wonder if it’s the policy of the faculty, or just that particular CNA… Who keeps them from knowing about and understanding the Intersexed person?    Hugs as you do your best to be the best version of yourself you can be.   Mindy🌈🐛🏳️‍⚧️🦋

I received my new passport at the end of May (10 days is an impressive turnaround for anyone who's familiar with UK's passport offices!) now containing that small, but important "Sex:  F" line.  This is now my official ID.   After a quiet June, I finally had my endo consult.   Nearly 6 months to the day and I have my prescription in the post for the first three months.     This, I feel, is the milestone I've been waiting for most.  I'm aware that after this, my outcomes may not necessarily meet whatever expectations I have; progress may be slow, not as pronounced as I'd hoped, better, worse, whatever, but I am becoming me.   I'm rambling. Can't wait.  :)  

Forgot 2 Martin Mull songs (actually first is intro to second song)    

Welcome AnnMarie! Glad you're here. Happy you have your family's support! I hope you find the wonderful advice, support & acceptance here as I have.   Hugs! Delcina 

More power to you @Birdie. 

RIP Ohioan MARTIN MULL    

Later a newer CNA confided in me that she also thought I was 100% woman, even after helping me transfer in the bathroom! (Naked from the waist down).   She was shocked when they ordered I start using the men's room instead of the all gender facilities, she had to ask why.    All the CNA's know I'm intersex, and most of them don't care.    It's a few CNA's and management that really have a problem with it and feel the need to shove me in the 'male box' based off a birth certificate.    The centre doesn't know, but I already started collecting all the needed paperwork and affidavits to petition a gender change on my birth certificate. I'll go have my ID changed as soon as I get the certificate changed. 

Life imitates art! Love it.

Have you identified personal flaws and worked on them?

Personal flaws are still very difficult.  

The Startling ResurgenceThis process can prompt self-doubt, questioning whether the resurgence of emotions indicates a regression to the original mental health condition. In reality, it signifies the natural progression of re-establishing your emotional baselin.   Re-Experiencing Emotions During Tapering ‍ A frequent concern shared among individuals prescribed antidepressants is the sensation of emotional numbness or indifference. Yet, as these medications are tapered or halted, a fascinating phenomenon occurs – rekindling the experience of emotions that may have been dormant for an extended period. This transformation can be particularly profound when considering the length of time during which emotional dullness prevailed. Transitioning from a state of limited emotional range to a realm of heightened sensitivity can evoke a mixture of curiosity, trepidation, and sometimes fear. Picture yourself encased within a block of ice. While under the influence of antidepressants, you may have been encapsulated in this icy exterior, detached from a significant portion of your emotional landscape. Gradually tapering the medication can be likened to the ice beginning to melt, leading to the emergence of a broader spectrum of feelings and emotions. ‍ The Startling Resurgence ‍ Reconnecting with emotions, especially those labeled as "negative," can be an unsettling experience for many. Imagine not shedding a tear for years, even in the face of sorrowful events. Tapering might unveil a newfound ability to cry during situations that once evoked no response. This process can prompt self-doubt, questioning whether the resurgence of emotions indicates a regression to the original mental health condition. In reality, it signifies the natural progression of re-establishing your emotional baseline. Similar revelations hold for "positive" emotions, catching individuals off guard with the return of sensations such as happiness. Adapting to Rediscovered Emotions Mastering the art of tolerating and comprehending emotions forms a pivotal aspect of the journey towards embracing the multifaceted emotional "rainbow." A noteworthy consideration when understanding emotions during tapering is that their return may not manifest all at once. Just as the melting ice occurs gradually, "un-numbing" unfolds over time. This process may encompass emotional bumps along the way, where periods of numbness intermingle with waves of intense emotions. An apt analogy would be likening emotions to ocean waves – they rise, fall, and come and go. Instead of resisting these emotional surges, learning to ride these waves becomes crucial. Developing emotional resilience and expanding your emotional capacity is achievable through introspection, utilizing coping tools, and leaning on the support of others. ‍

thats lovely that you enjoyed yourself dancing : ) Get healthy soon please

Helllooo I am kinda back but not really, I am now on the Discord of Trans Pulse and I love it. It is a much more comfortable platform for me and I use discord all the time anyways. I am just Liz there if someone wants to catch up with me there. I guess I see whats going on here too from time to time but will be not that active here. I kinda missed you all but I have needed the distance to go steps alone : ) And also I wish everyone a Happy Pride tooooo <3 I love you sisters and brothers : P Keep care of you... Also could I maybe change my name here to just Liz too??? Because it happened that Liz is now my favourite and everyone except my family calls me now Liz.

... So after recovering from my eye surgery at 76 years old, I decided to take it to the streets—dancing, of course. Not sure exactly when I'll recover from acting like a teenager last night, but I don't care. IT WAS WORTH IT! Bumped into a group of out trans and non-binary folks. All of them were younger, but they didn't care. All of that therapy and exercise became worth it. I almost forgot how liberating dancing can be. Wow, just wow!

Goood Morning lovely people : ) I hope you will all have a happy day

I pray to the Father in his Son's name. I mostly ask one thing, "If I'm supposed to be a woman, make me a woman, if I'm supposed to be a man, show me through my current therapy, where I am opening myself up to either possibility. Show me, put it in my mind, MAKE me a woman or a man, whatever you want me to be and I will accept it. I'm leaning on you, big guy."