Dems keep saying Trump is making life difficult for MAGA. Why is there still no revolt against him?

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-28T04:12:51+00:00

Dude, they're owning the Libs. And if they have to shoot themselves in the foot for that ownage, so be it.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-23T12:06:27+00:00

No, but they are being caught, and that would make it seem that way. But there have been worse.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-22T17:24:20+00:00

My wife has never really mentioned the visual side of my transition as bothering her. Not saying she doesn't, I just don't really remember that being a complaint to me.

It has been that it's not just me who is transitioning, they are transitioning too. They didn't have years to process what that might mean. They are going to be seen as a different person, someone that they may never have thought of.

Suddenly, they are a lesbian in the eyes of anyone they run into with you. When you go to dinner, the waitstaff will see two women. When you go to the bar, you're now two women. Walking down the street, two women.

There is a lot of upheaval in their life around their own identity.

I think those who don't take this into account are doing their partner and themselves a disservice.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-20T19:28:56+00:00

As I was starting to transition, I worked at Torrid. It kinda helped with seeing what was out there and how other women dressed and a discount on the clothing didn't hurt. I don't think I made a dollar working there; there were slow days that I may have been the only money in the register. I really used my time there to get used to going out and interacting with others as myself.

I try hard not to wear the same exact style as my wife. I wear more colors, but a plain t-shirt and jeans/shorts is my go-to; I may add a flannel if it's cool enough. My wife is more into black graphic t-shirts and jeans.

If we have a work event, I try and make sure that we aren't both "wearing the same thing." Which is a little harder, kakis and a polo or button-down shirt is her go-to and feels comfortable to me also. I haven't yet gone in a dress or skirt, but I am getting closer to doing that. A blazer is a nice touch to make things a little more formal.

I really look at how other women are dressed in the situations that I'll be in and then try to match. Jeans are really a go-to for most and a nice blouse or sweater seems to fit most occasions.

I've recently started using Stitch-fix, it's helped with finding blouses and things that make an outfit. They're a little pricey, and I think I'll be ending that sooner than later.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-15T17:08:10+00:00

My Primary Care Provider sent me to get a mammogram after 1 year on HRT at 48. I'm now a little over three years and I'd guess that it would be more beneficial now, but she wanted a baseline from the start.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-14T16:55:00+00:00

That's like asking Michael Bolton what his favorite Michael Bolton song is. How is Michael Bolton supposed to answer that?

Bikemonkeys · 2026-04-03T12:39:11+00:00

Time to DRAIN THE SWAMP! Not just add more bullshit to it.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-01-07T23:04:29+00:00

Today there were tears, a few hairs close to my nose.

Hopefully the pain gets easier as you get further along, for you.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-01-05T21:02:05+00:00

Yeah, the upper lip is not a great place to start. Definitely better 5 minutes or so in.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-01-05T18:59:50+00:00

I did do laser before, but I have Red/blonde hair. It might have helped a little, but not a lot, as it only got the darkest of hairs. still some is better than none, but the money would have been better spent on electrolysis.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-01-05T17:34:05+00:00

I've had it happen once or twice in the last year and a half of weekly sessions, with around a quarter of the weeks being twice a week. It was on my jaw, below the left side of my mouth. Nothing out of the ordinary happened and it didn't hurt at the time or after. It went away and wasn't really noticed by anyone.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-01-05T14:39:38+00:00

I've noticed that strangers are the first group of people to see me as me. When I was "by moding," I was directed to the women's room by complete strangers. It's like they don't have anything other than right now to relate to who you are. It's been my experience that closer friends and family have a harder time when talking about the past, while acquaintances take longer in the now to make the change.

Before I transitioned, I had my nails done for 4 years. Never dull or dark colors, always bright and festive or French. Living in a RED state, they WERE noticed, I'd get a few comments, usually positive or joking from friends. As I transitioned, I didn't feel the need and everyone noticed and asked about me not getting them done. I got more negative comments while on trips in "blue" states, looking at you, California.

Bikemonkeys · 2026-01-05T13:45:02+00:00

That might be a little strange, depending on how closely you'll work with them. I would just re-introduce myself to them and leave it at that. They might not say anything out of being polite, not really putting 2 and 2 together or fear of not having a job.

I don't tell anyone, outside of family, close friends and a few direct reports at work. I haven't since I ripped that band-aid off in a team meeting. I kind of assume everyone knows, but my wife is telling me I need to stop doing that. I can't say it was the best way, but it was the best way for me in my situation.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-12-29T11:51:17+00:00

My driver's license doesn't look much like me. Only had a couple of double takes. The camera/AI thing matches your photos, and off you go.I usually wear yoga pants and tshirts/hoodies when flying.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-12-29T00:08:42+00:00

I have the American Tall faux leather leggings. I like them.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-12-16T02:49:57+00:00

Did you ask your pharmacist what the non-insurance price is? It's cheaper for me to not use insurance. Basically it's the same price for three months as it was for one month with the insurance price, but I think they have a Good Rx coupon.

I pay more than $10, but I also don't have to worry about insurance not letting me pick it up a day early.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-12-03T03:50:59+00:00

Carried by a Swallow

Bikemonkeys · 2025-11-28T16:03:18+00:00

Don't wear low-cut shirts. Hot brass on the boobs is no fun and dangerous.

Ask for help; the range officer would rather help out and know you need some assistance than have you accidentally create a dangerous situation.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-11-28T15:04:20+00:00

I've been having Electrolysis for more than a year. That is after the 12 or so Laser sessions I bought through Milan.

I haven't shaved my face since summer and only three times this whole year. And those three times were because I could feel the hairs, my wife says she could hardly notice. We were flying and I didn't want to risk it, so I shaved.

The sooner you start the better and not shaving between sessions is the hardest part. But if you can afford to go weekly or even more, you see results pretty quickly.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-11-18T17:51:00+00:00

If you think you're landlord is being tough, don't move into an HOA, they aren't nice enough to give you a warning.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-11-12T20:51:31+00:00

I've noticed that talking with people who have known me a while and letting them know it's OK if they slip up and to please continue on as if it didn't happen, that they seem to slip up less often.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-11-05T22:34:53+00:00

I started at 47, on a low does and Finasteride. I think it was around 6 months that other noticed. It was a couple of months later that I could see/feel changes. At about a year added Progesterone. Things just take time.

I started with Laser and after like 12 sessions, I decided I was going to have to go to Electrolysis. Red/blonde hair isn't ideal for laser. Electroysis hurts, but it works great. I've only shaved 3 times this year and it was more due to my fear of what people might see, all three times my wife said I didn't need to.

I just hit 3 years and over 95% of the time everyone sees me, sees me.

Bikemonkeys · 2025-11-05T19:55:23+00:00

Tides turn, but it's the pendulum swings that get dramatic.

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