I love celebrating my girl life, and I also believe that every part of our story is ours to share on our own terms. Sonny’s reminder captures something important: being proud of who we are doesn’t mean we owe everyone access to every detail. For crossdressers and trans women, sharing a photo or a story can feel joyful, affirming, and wonderfully connecting. It can also feel too personal, too soon, or simply not for everyone. All of those feelings belong. Keeping something pri
Join me in sitting with a question I’ve been turning over: Is crossdressing an escape, or is it coming home? When I first started dressing, it felt like a way to step out of the stress and expectations of the male world for a while. A change of clothes could bring a little breathing room: a chance to soften, play, and feel something different. I don’t look back on that as something to dismiss. Sometimes getting dressed can be a healthy way to cope, find comfort, and make spac
Before my first outings, I could turn getting ready into a full production. The makeup had to be just right. The outfit had to be just right. My voice, my walk, my hair: every detail felt like it could make or break the whole experience. If you’re a crossdresser, one of the Trans women, or an ally supporting someone you love, maybe you know that feeling: standing by the door, checking the mirror one more time, and wondering whether everyone will notice you. The “perfect” mak