Dear Leslie,
I want to assure you that you are among friends here. It does indeed take a lot of courage to admit that I am transgender. If you look at my introduction page, Karen says: Hi yall (I go by Jemma now) you will get some idea where I am in my life. The fact that you are looking at this site tells me you may be considering some sort of transition.
I, as well as a few others have post quite a bit of information. I have also posted links to a few other sites that may help you decide what your goals, if any, are and how you should proceed. I do private message 1 other t-girl here, but there is informate we exchange that hasn't already been posted on the forum.
If you have questions, general or specific, I will answer all you care to ask. Currently, I am in limbo: I ran out of TF pills waiting for my new order. Also I have a laser session scheduled for Friday 27 Aug and a therapy session followed by a consult with an endocrinologist(for HRT) on Sept 22nd. I am in the process of moving out of my home due to the pending divorce. When I'm totally in my new digs, I will begin building a new wardrobe.
Well, Leslie, I hope this helps and encourages you. Please, please don't be shy.
Jemma