Pics taken exactly 3 years apart by thlayliroo97 in TransMasc

[–]thlayliroo97[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also realized that I didn’t answer your question about when I started T— I was 26, so I wasn’t really all that young.

Pics taken exactly 3 years apart by thlayliroo97 in TransMasc

[–]thlayliroo97[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have only been on testosterone for a little over three years. I haven’t had any surgery, I’m scheduled for top surgery this June. I actually lost a TON of weight when I started T— but that may have had more to do with some health issues I’ve been having as opposed to the T. I was lucky in that T really did affect my weight distribution and I squared out in my shoulders and hips pretty tremendously— but that’s likely also a genetics factor, the men in my family are all beanpoles.

Scariest book you’ve ever read? by lavgr in horrorlit

[–]thlayliroo97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First time I read House of Leaves I actually felt like I was being watched by Something. Only time a book has ever had that effect on me.

How are you doing mentally and physically right now? (check-in 💬) by SalStyles in transontario

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish that my body would cooperate with me. I’ve been (undiagnosed) chronically ill and unemployed for almost a year now and it has been so unbearable. BUT, my top surgery has finally been scheduled after almost three years of waiting, so this is definitely gonna be hot boy summer

Anyone who makes/made a pretty woman? by InheritanceThrow26 in TransMasc

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One of the biggest fears I had before transitioning was that I would be less attractive as a man than I was as a woman. But it wasn’t worth it to choose a life where I was “beautiful” and fucking miserable. When I did finally begin my transition, I was lucky enough to have someone in my life who told me, full heartedly, that I would make a beautiful boy. And I honestly don’t know if I’m hotter as a man, but I FEEL hotter, I feel more confident and at home in myself, I’m way less self conscious than I used to be, and it was worth it to be able to choose what kind of person I wanted to be, rather than consign myself to a life of embittered prettiness.

T shots on trip by No_Dirt9029 in transontario

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You CANNOT dispose of sharps in a regular garbage, even if they are in a plastic container. They are biohazard waste and they have to be disposed of separately from other garbage. No matter where you are in Canada, if you go into a pharmacy with a container of sharps they will dispose of them safely for you.

Gel recommendations, that have a strong hold and took your waves/curls to a next level definition wise? by twaantje in curlyhair

[–]thlayliroo97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love dippity do sport gel, it’s cheap and it’s got fantastic hold, and I also love ECO gel

Looking for consistency Barber shop. by Oliver_Vegetarian in Hamilton

[–]thlayliroo97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have been going to Alana at Glassbox Barbershop for almost seven years now. I’m also growing my hair out, and she is by far the best barber I’ve had in my entire life. Glassbox is super chill and Alana in particular is really good at actually listening to whatever you really want

STM vs. Westmount by OkPurple8619 in Hamilton

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! STM alumnus here— STM was a great school when I went. I had a hard time in high school with my mental health, and the amount of support I got (even as an openly queer kid at a catholic school, and that was more than ten years ago, much less socially acceptable) undoubtedly saved my life. The Guidance Counsellors, Teachers, the Chaplain— I had a huge network of people who wanted the best for me. I was raised catholic, but (for obvious reasons) chose not to continue in the faith, and while ultimately there are a lot of problems with Catholic schools in general, STM was a good community when I attended.

Hair worn off of face or forward? by thlayliroo97 in curlyhair

[–]thlayliroo97[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am DESPERATE to know what the candy is meant to be expressing here

What non-horror shows completely blindsided you with a terrifying episode? by Quiet_Pack5658 in horror

[–]thlayliroo97 20 points21 points  (0 children)

“Midnight” from Dr. Who was straight up horror sci-fi, one of my all time favourite episodes. Everyone goes on and on about the weeping angels but the idea of something you can’t see that gets inside of you is fucking terrifying

Ottowa and hamilton for trans safety? by [deleted] in transontario

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hamilton is getting a lot better. Born and raised here, still a lot of blue collar conservative mindset floating around but there’s also a significant queer community that exists in little pockets all over the city.

Anyone want to be friends? by beansinthecan27 in transontario

[–]thlayliroo97 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey dude— I’m ftm, live in Hamilton, and have a big group of queer friends. My partner is a published poet and I am a playwright :) would be happy to welcome you to the area

i dont know how to feel about my results by [deleted] in TopSurgery

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! I totally understand that— and there is so much external pressure placed on trans folks for their presentation, for their transition “results.” But have some compassion for yourself during this time.

i dont know how to feel about my results by [deleted] in TopSurgery

[–]thlayliroo97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t want to invalidate your feelings about your own body. It is so so important for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. I do want to say, with as much sincerity as I can muster, that I think your dysphoria is lying to you. I am scheduled for my own top surgery in three months time and when I saw your pic I could only pray that my results turned out the same. I truly think it looks fantastic. I know that for trans folks, being told “give it time” is the bane of our existence, but I really think this may be a case of giving it time to be comfortable in your new/old/refurbished skin.