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Sharing The Good Stuff

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  I don't follow a lot of Blogs, but there's one that I have to check every morning - and that is Femulate.  Stana recently posted a marvelous article that posits the never ending question - Why Do I Crossdress? You can read the entire article here (http://www.femulate.org/2026/07/why-do-i-crossdress.html#comment-form) but I offer some excerpts as to the reasons why. Emotional release: Dressing can reduce stress and create a sense of calm, freedom, or escape. A fuller sense of self: Some feel that their feminine side is a genuine part of their personality rather than a costume. Pleasure in fashion and beauty: Women’s clothing offers more variety in color, shape, texture, accessories, hairstyles, and makeup. Confidence or affirmation: Being seen and treated as a woman—even temporarily—can feel validating and exciting. Exploration: Crossdressing can help someone examine gender roles, identity, appearance, or how society treats men and women. Sexual excitement: For some, es...
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All The World's A Stage

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  It may come as news to some of you, but I am an actor. Me in a Murder Mystery Comedy Also possible news to some of you, but I present as male in my daily life. I was in rehearsal for a show, and as usually happens we were in casual conversation in the Green Room. A fellow actor was commiserating about becoming a middle aged woman. I replied (humorously) that I wasn't having that problem. She then responded (seriously), "I've seen your theater photos, You've been one of us all along. At least an honor ary member of the club. You look great as a middle aged woman." Interacting with a shy audience member I was on Cloud 9!   🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 All this to say that we are not the best judges of how we present. Get another opinion!  Stay Safe And Pretty, Sweeties.
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It's All In The Name

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  I was recently asked why I don't write about issues, or opinions, or existential stuff.  Why is my Blog all about the play by play of my travels. Well, just look at the title of the Blog ----- JULIE - OUT AND ABOUT Nuff said. Now, back to our story . . .  Today's excursion was unexciting (especially since I was alone - but I won't harp on THAT any more in this installment) but it did have a highlight. OOD - casual and comfy I needed mascara so I hit CVS. No major interactions with anyone, just in and out. Then to the Mall (yes, I still go to the Mall) for some walking around. I find that, since retiring, I need to get out and walk more. Where better than the Mall. You never know WHO you're going to run into The Mall is open for walking at 9, but the shops don't open until 11. So I did some window shopping - or window TREATMENT shopping. I've been accused of being cheeky, but not like this My soft wear could stand some updating The need for coffee kicked in, so...
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Street Walking - and shopping and snacking . . .

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  You look forward to getting out.  The plans for the morning are formulated.  You start the process. And then . . .  Selecting the wardrobe is always the MOST time consuming portion. Being a Friday morning, I went with "office worker running a few errands on her way to work". My foundation garments are always the most difficult process, since I usually get everything padded, tucked, squeezed and supported --- and then need to pee! April in Spokane - a light jacket is needed first thing in the morning. My Plan - our library was having a book sale, I had a check to deposit into my account, shopping at Dollar Tree, and I wanted to get a snack at Applebee's. The execution, however, was far from smooth! The Book Sale: It was pleasant enough. I browsed the tables for quite a while, maneuvering through the crowd to check out the books, CDs, and DVDs. I found nothing that captured my attention, and I don't think I captured anyone else's attention, so I did what a gal lik...
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It's Been Far Too Long

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  Usually I have something to write about at least every other week. But as I look here I see my last entry was over 2 months ago!  YIKES! So I feel obligated to write an entry - even though absolutely NOTHING has happened in the past 2 months.  Nothing. Zip. Nada. So, how about a photo dump? And so, until next time . . . 
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My Favorite Things

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  In addition to writing a Blog myself, I follow a few. The one that got me started down this path is Femulate by Stana (http://www.femulate.org), a combination of insights, How To's, history, and inspiration.  I occasionally share some of her best stuff (with permission, of course) and this one struck a chord with me. It sums up my feelings when Julie is being her full self - as well as an answer to the question "Why do I crossdress" MY FAVORITE THINGS by Stana Smoothing the back of my skirt as I sit down. Pencil skirts. Crossing my legs and letting a high-heel pump dangle from the tip of my stockinged foot. Carrying a purse— my purse . Taking a compact from it to touch up my makeup. Wearing high heels. Hearing the click of those heels as I walk. Being called “Ma’am.” Better yet… being called “Miss.” Wrap dresses. A complete stranger stopping to say, “I like your dress,” or compliment something else I’m wearing. Shopping in a clothing store that opens a dr...
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Becoming A Woman

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  I'm part of a FB Group called Big Cisters - a safe place for cisgender and transgender women to come together in sisterhood solidarity and share the joys and challenges of womanhood. Today I saw this post, written by Mo Cherry -  Dear my sisters I recently had a realization I'd like to share with my trans loves about the whole "woman enough" struggle. I hope that you all know that this is actually a huge part of adolescences into womanhood. Cis young women perform feminily in a similar way when we are trying to figure out what leaving behind girlhood is and stepping out into our adult woman selves. Before Instagram at least, lol. Trying on different looks and styles and makeup and even voices is so much a part of girlhood, It's kind of like playing dress up until you find the "costume" that actually feels like you.  Every time I see this phase in young women or trans folks, I find it so endearing. I know it;s a struggle while you're in it, but it...
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