Monday, May 14, 2007

Shabbos was Wonderful

I must say the past Friday night was a real rush. I was feeling particularly, down, because I read so much online about CrossDressing, and check a few very good forums, but I was still seriously procrastinating. Partially, due to the time,but there is also sthing, that needs to be done, learn, davern, eat, sleep, check the endless amt of blogs, orums, chatrooms, etc...They can be really addictive. Not to many thousands of really cool sht to see online. I could spend all my waking hours, just cleaning and organizing my home. But you have to prioritize, really.

Here I am in the same gringy black pinstriped suit, wrinkled up white shirt, very far-hungert tznipsl (I think thats yeshivish-yiddish or dorm-speak for a very blase tie that seen better days) . Scratched up ecco loafers, that are eechhh, theyll do. Just feeling and looking at these clothes, really depressed me more then usual. It might be easy, to just make the internet the culprit, like everyon does in my circles. They blaim the internet on everything from a bad hair day, to a bad economy, to the theoretical Shidduch crisis ( doesnt it just stink when you got to have a Porshe and you barely have enuf $ for a 10 yr old run-down VW), to the reason for the turmoil thruout the world. However, to be totally honest, these strong desires and feelings were very much a part of me long before this was an internet, or even home computers, so I dont know.

Will blogs such as this, and other cyberfriends that dont make me feel like the lone sicko, propel me to embrace a CD lifestyle, possibly Transition, or was I anyway just doomed to snap, if I tried to just bottle it up and deny it for life.

I suppose at the end of the day, if someone is hearing-impaired Chas V Shalom, do they reject a hearing aid, or treatment, so theyll hear Loshon Hara, I dont know..

So anyway, I was determined to go for it, or at least privately until I did more research on social interaction. Afterall, this is potentially suicidal. Were not talking non-jewish open-minded club-hopping chicks in So-Ho, that might accept it after a fashion, especially if they were snorting, lol... But I could never feel comfortable or relate to such ppl. As I have been hermetically sealed in an intensely, closeminded, insulated suburb way upstate NY, for over 20 yrs. Im not complaining, dont get me wrong, I love the sweet, lovely BY girls very much, and feel infinitely closer to them, than I would to any Goy, even a very nice, open-minded, accepting one.

That why, as much as I am literally dying to go out enfemme, it requires tremendous research, and planning, so that I dont scare or freak anyone out.

Before Shabbos, I had a very nice bubble-bath, Jean Nate beads, it was heavenly. I want to remove the thick growth of hair on my legs, and chest, but havn't decided whether its better to use a plain razor and cream, or something such as Nair or Veet. One apprehension, I suppose is that, it might cause suspicion at a men's mikva. I guess, I can go to a small quiet one, at a time when no one is there, or just say that I shaved it all off, for bicycle-racing and swimming purposes. For the time being, I guess, nude pantyhose, is out, even though that is my favorite hade and texture, so I will stick to black, navy blue, and off-white/ivory-opaque.

I splashed on Chanel #5, and it was a very exhilarating feeling.My choice for the evening was a very nice black suede suit, with strips across the jacket and golden-swirl buttons, with matching black corderoy skirt. I can not even begin to describe the total state of euphoria, I felt. Never dreamed I could have such strong feelings of ectasy alone. It was an incredible high.

Then I shaved very meticulously for a change, applied beard cover, which works incredibly better then I thought it would, very good foundation, blush, rose lipstick (it really does pay to get the good stuff), mascara, eye-liner, and a lil rouge for just the right color.

Finally, the piece-de-resistance was a Georgie Eurpoean HH Farra Mono..




I was astonished that I looked better then the majority of the women in the neighborhood.My main dilemma, though is the voice. There is one girl a block or two away, that can't talk, and appears to sign, I think. So it occurred, to me to do likewise, but I would never want to bump into her, and she might think, she has a new 'friend' just like her. Since I'm really not, I would really awful about such an awkward situation, especially since a very nice girl like that, who already has her share of challenges is the last person whose feelings I would want to hurt, albeit unintentionally. There are numerous things mentioned on various forums about voice-training and the like,I wonder if it really works, and how long it takes.

SM, or anyone else, how have you dealt with this issue. Another matter, that is bothering me somewhat, is what do you do if you make a close female friend, and then the new-you, or occasional-you, disapears for several weeks. Do you avoid making such friends, or just say you travel out of town a lot, or something like that.

I am really trying to go for this look...






Thanks for all your help...


For those with beard problems...


37 comments:

Esti said...

SOUNDS LIKE YOU HAD A GREAT SHABBOS.
HOPE YOU ENJOYED IT

Esti said...

BARUCH HASHEM THAT THEY HAVE DARK COLORS AND OPAQUES HOSE..MAKES LIFE FOR THE OCCASSIONAL CROSSDRESSER ALOT EASIER.
BUT TRUTH BE TOLD THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN THE FEEL OF SHEER HOSE ON NEWLY SHAVED LEGS.
JUST REMEMBER ALWAYS ENJOY YOUR FEMININITY....IT'S A GIFT

Esti said...

WHY THE TYPICAL BAIS YAAKOV LOOK?
WHY NOT SOMETHING A LITTLE FRESHER?

Aviva Tamar said...

I hate to pour water over the discussion, but isn't there some issue to applying and removing makeup on Shabbos? I'm just asking.

It seems most of you do dress once in a while, but I haven't totaly dressed in almost two decades, and almost forget what it felt like.

Shoshana, what did you wife say about it?

Esti said...

DEAR AVIVA TAMAR
THE PROBLEM IS REMOVING MAK-UP. FOR THOSE OF US WHO DRESS FULL TIME AS WELL AS GENETIC FEMALES THERE IS "SHABBOS" MAKE-UP THAT IS APPLIED BEFORE SHABBOS AND REMAINS IN GOOD SHAPE FOR SHABBOS.
IN ADDITION COVER GIRL MAKES A LIP COLOR CALLED "OUTLAST SMOOTHWEAR" THAT STAYS ON ALL SHABBOS.

Shoshana said...

Aviva : I thought I made it clear that I put it on before Shabbos. Is taking off a problem ?. I've always seen my wife wash it off, before going to sleep.

My wife was sleeping, when she woke up, she just said "you look adorable, Stephany, now put my sheitel back, unless you want to buy me a new one. "

Esti.. I'm not sure, really. Maybe give me an example of what you mean..

Aviva Tamar said...

shoshana, which blonde? I found this one. Like any woman, I'm always looking for a new "look"!

Esti said...

SOMETHING LIKE THE PHOTO IN YOUR COMMENT OR AVIVA'S.
THE ONE IN THE BLOG LOOKS MOUSEY
A LITTLE TO BAIS YAAKOVISH

Chumie said...

IT'S WONDERFUL TO HAVE BEEN INTRODUCED TO THIS BLOG BY AVIVA TAMAR. I SIMPLY HAVE BEEN CROSSDRESSING SINCE I WAS 12, TO SAY THE LEAST IT HAS BEEN HARD BEING A FRUM PERSON. NICE TO MEET YOU ALL. I CAN FULLY RELATE TO THE DESIRE TO SHAVE AND WEAR NUDE STOCKINGS. NOTHING LIKE IT. SHOSHANA YOUR FIRST BLOG WAS BEAUTIFUL AND TOUCHING.

Shoshana said...

Welcome Chumie.. I am very happy to meet you. I would really love to hear about some of your experiences.

Are you currently just dressing up for yourself in private, or do you mingle with other ppl. I also want to just go out, but I always lose my nerve.

Maybe in the summer during vacation time, I will start off by going someplace where there arent any Yidden.

Have you managed to blend in among real women, especially in Frum circles.

Thanks Esti... very good suggestion. Usually, I go for the sweet, eidel look but I know what you mean

Anonymous said...

S: I avoid getting too close to anyone when "going out". I think in your position you should be careful.

Shoshana said...

SM: Point taken, what happened to the picture..

Aviva...Great shot, your best so far..

Esti said...

IF YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE ENOUGH TO LEAVE YOUR HOUSE, YOU SHOULD FEEL COMFORTABLE ENOUGH TO ENJOY LEAVING IT. THERE ARE MANY WOMEN WHO ARE FAR FROM PRETTY OR ATTRACTIVE.WHY SHOULD YOU FEEL ANY DIFFERENT THEN THEM.THEY COME, THEY GO, THEY SHOP.
ALWAY REMEMBER IF THEY HAVE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR LOOKS..IT'S THEIR PROBLEM

Chumie said...

THANK YOU SHOSHANA! MOST OF MY DRESSING IS PRIVATE AND ALONE. I DO TRAVEL ON BUSINESS AND AT THOSE TIMES I DRESS IN MY ROOM,DEPENDS ON WHAT I PACK OR BUY,IT COULD BE TOTAL DRESSING WITH MAKEUP AND SHEITAL, OTHER TIMES COULD BE JUST LINGERIE. I ONLY HAVE A FEW EXPERIENCES GOING OUT,AND THOSE TIMES WERE WONDERFUL. I NEVER VENTURED ANYWHERE WITH FRUM PEOPLE, FAR TOO HARD,THIS REMAINS MY SECRET, BUT IT WOULD BE WONDERFUL TO SHARE WITH ANOTHER FRUM CROSSDRESSER.

Aviva Tamar said...

Hi ladies.

Why is everyone typing in all upercase? No need to scream! :)

Yes, I changed my pic again. The other one loaded too slowly.

Anonymous said...

You gals sound like a group I would love to join. Since I let my beard grow, I haven't been dressing up much. My biggest vice is still the 4 inch heels in the back of my closet.

Aviva Tamar said...

I also have a beard. that's why I haven't dressed completely in years!

How did you find this blog?

Anonymous said...

Esti:

I don't know what your personal situation is, but if someone is in a situation where they may be discovered and 'outed' leading to severe consequences, they should be very careful. Judging from what Shoshana has written - not being too polished as of yet and in a frum neighborhood, I surmise that is the case - frum people TALK and many would consider it a great mitzva to "out" and destroy a cross dresser.

Anonymous said...

aviva tamar -- I found this blog through your JAP blog, I don't remember how I found that one.

Shoshana said...

aviva...OMG, your new pic looks exactly like my SIL..

sarah...welcome to our lil group, your welcome to come with us all to a Chinese Auction or China Glatt for lunch...

Chumileh....please tell me about your experiences going out, Id love to hear about them...

SM...your absolutely right.Thats what I meant, you need to be able to pass 100%..In my circles being different or mudna is much worse then being the rasha in the world...

Aviva Tamar said...

Shanie, that's because i AM your SIL! ;)

Sarah and esti and chume: Why not use a real pic for your profile pic? Adds to the fun!

Anonymous said...

Shoshana -- A Chinese Auction sounds like fun, could I dress down for that , denim skirt with a zipped sweatshirt and cute sneakers? Ready to go?

Aviva Tamar -- I created this avatar for myself, I liked it better than finding a pic on the web.

Shoshana said...

Sara... Denim skirt...That is so not shtark, I only wear navy blue, black, or grey skirts without pockets...JK

Then again the green plaid pleated look is nice..

ESTI said...

SHEEEEEEESH..a denim skirt to a chinese auction..tha's almost as bad as eating treif or being oyved avodah zarah.
A chinese auction warrants at least a knee length skirt,nice blouse or twin set,sheer hose and heels.
Where have you girls been hiding?

Anonymous said...

sorry girls, I'll go home and change, I was just out for a stroll and thought I could get away with it!

check out my avatar, do I look better now?

esti -- I've been hiding in a dark closet

ESTI said...

Sara...it's time that you came out of the dark closet..go out in the sun & shine.

Anonymous said...

esti -- oh, how I wish. this and facebook have been my first venture "out"

Shoshana said...

Sara...That is so sad... We totally have to do lunch one afternoon, and then go shopping afterwards..

Anonymous said...

Shoshana -- we should, but there isn't enough beard cover in the world that would hide my "problem"

Shoshana said...

Sar dearest, you might just want to try a Hijab.. lol.

Anonymous said...

good idea, but they wont let me into Cafe-K with one of those, and besides, I like showing off my legs :P

Aviva Tamar said...

I think I once saw a makeover web site that had before and after pics, and the guy had a beard!

Anonymous said...

aviva -- i would love to see those pics, can you look for it please?

Shirah said...

Hi all my friends
It's so adorable to share my intimate felling with all of you ladies. I have no words, and I am so excited to read your notes and see that other people also share the same gift from god as I have to feel so feminine, soft and girlish, what a good taste it is. You all know exactly how it fells.

(I hope you all wear nice frilly panties while reading this)

I am proud that you are truth and open with all of your toughts and feelings.

For now I have to complete my message since it's late. I will have to continue at another time, and yes I will sooner than later.

Meanwhile to all of you, Esti, Chomie, Aviva, Sheidl Meidel, Sara and Shoshana, I wish you all a lovely night, and this is just a cute reminder to sleep in your nich sexy nightie.

love and good luck.


Shirah

Shoshana said...

It so nice to meet you Shirah. Welcome to our lil club.

Looking forward to hearing from you, and sharing experiences.

Good Shabbos

Shirah said...

HI Shoshana,

Thanks for welcoming me to the club.
I am happy to be accepted to join your club.

Just one thing for now.

In this week's Newsweek Magazine there is so much information about feelings about being a diferent gender, it pays to get this magazine. or you can also log in to their website newsweek.com. Over there you can actually see much more about this issue because of all the bloggings and comments of people posting their toughts.

Good luck and a good shabbas.

Shirah

Aviva Tamar said...

Shoshana was kind enough to send me SOME of the fiction from JAP, so you can see it there if you'd like.