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Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 23:08:56 GMT

Hello everyone! I hope everyone’s week is going well, especially during transgender awareness week.

I wanted to provide a space for everyone to check-in and connect. How is your journey coming along? If you’re doing well, let us know! If you need to vent or let something out, we’re here for each other too. And if you’re an ally, you’re also welcome to show your support in whatever way you can! 🩵🩷🤍

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:03:29 GMT

I’m starting to allow my masculine and feminine sides to overlap more. More women’s clothes have made their way into my closet and I wear them regularly, even to work (the professional ones at least). I’ve also recently begun wearing makeup even when presenting masc, which has really helped me improve my makeup skills. As a bonus, wearing makeup keeps me from touching my face during the day, which might also be helping my skin heal. And I came out to my wife about it! She has been super supportive so far (and even stolen a lippie from my stash and a blazer from my closet. I can get the blazer whenever she’s not using it but I’ll never see that lippie again… )

I feel really happy with where I’m at right now. I know not everyone’s story is a happy one. I’m sending you positive vibes and I hope you’ll find some happiness!

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

heartsmyface — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 02:23:30 GMT

@JoSometimes Aw I’m so happy you’re incorporating pieces of your personality and self expression into your professional wear. I love your androgynous style!
I’m glad your wife is supportive. I don’t know her but already love her and think she’s an awesome human! Hahahha, and I love that she’s pilfering your makeup stash! How bratty 😛😜. You’ll see it again, but on her. 😉

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 04:30:11 GMT

@heartsmyface She really is the best! It’s nice to have someone I can chat with about makeup, skincare, and fashion now in addition to everyone on BIC. She sends me makeup links now and it’s fun to comb through Sephora together!

And thank you! I’m loving adopting a more androgynous style. I can wear something femme and still fly under the radar. I need more fashion tips from you though!

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furbie — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 04:36:03 GMT

Reading this made my eyes tear up and also brought a smile to my face @JoSometimes. I'm so happy that you're able to be comfortable in your own skin in public and around your loved ones, especially when at home.You look amazing in both pics, but i am really loving the blend of masc and fem 😍

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:13:45 GMT

Thank you @furbie! It took some time to get here but I’m glad I made it eventually. 😊

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

AlexBT — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 23:57:11 GMT

@JoSometimes Thank you for starting this thread, and I love hearing more about you and your beauty journey! Thank you for sharing with the BIC. 🤗

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 02:15:40 GMT

@AlexBT Thanks for taking the time to check it out and read. I’m always happy to share. 😊

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

itsfi — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 02:19:41 GMT

Hugs to you @JoSometimes! I remember your post (what was that, a year ago?) about going into your local Sephora store for a makeover. Love knowing that you are in a happy place, and that you are a part of BIC!

P.S. Is the lippie your wife took one of the ones you're wearing in these photos? If so, she cannot be blamed for taking the lippie. Beautiful! 💄

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 02:50:01 GMT

@itsfi Aww thanks! Yes, that was a little over a year ago. I still remember the day well! A lot has happened since that day. I’m glad BIC has been around and helped me along my journey.

Now that you mention it, it might be the one I’m wearing in the first photo!

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

itsfi — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 02:55:15 GMT

If that's the case, you should get another of that lipstick for yourself @JoSometimes. And a couple of backups ... for you and your wife. That red lipstick looks very pretty on you.

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 03:25:47 GMT

@itsfi 😞 It was a lucky find at Winners. Fingers crossed I can find it again!

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

itsfi — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 04:54:35 GMT

🤞🏼 🤞🏼 @JoSometimes

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

sister13 — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 04:09:59 GMT

Thanks for posting and sharing some insights and updates in your life and beauty journey! I’m very happy for you and have enjoyed getting to know you through BIC. @JoSometimes

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

sister13 — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 04:10:28 GMT

Beautiful! @JoSometimes

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 04:55:54 GMT

Thank you @sister13!

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

JoSometimes — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 04:58:51 GMT

@sister13 It has been a pleasure and a privilege to be part of BIC. Thanks for being part of my journey and a source of inspiration! 🤗

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Samtian — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:19:51 GMT

@JoSometimes I am so glad you are a part of this community and that your journey is on a happy and supportive path!

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

caitbird — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:29:27 GMT

@JoSometimes that's awesome that you are happy with where you are on your journey, I'm so glad to hear it! And I'm so glad that your wife is supportive, that is what I would wish for everyone. It's wonderful to have you as a part of this community! 💜 💞

Re: Transgender Awareness Week 2023 Check-In

danielledanielle — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 21:50:21 GMT

@JoSometimes , happy to see this post and glad you're embracing all of yourself, fully.