How is everyone doing....I know, I know I'm slackin over here when it comes to writing but give a man a break would ya! =P Life has been crazy busy lately but that's a good thing in my book.
I am slowly preparing for my Prelim. Yes ladies and gentlemen yours truly is running for the title of Mr. King of the Desert USofA MI 2011!!(try saying that 5 times fast... NOT) The categories are Talent(which I think I have some of), Interview(where we get to talk about ME), Evening wear(which I get to wear a badass suit and look sexy doing it) and creative evening wear(which is not judged but if it was I would so win!) If I win I will be crowned King of the Desert by my brother Romeo White who is the current title holder and I will also guarantee myself a spot at nationals..yup this is serious business yo! So wish me luck and if you would like to sponsor me or know someone that would like to sponsor me(cause this stuff is EXPENSIVE) let me know! I would greatly appreciate it!
Outside of performing I have been working a lot. Still trying to get off of night shift but that doesn't look like it is going to happen anytime soon. In June our new facility will be open and we will be moving once again(that makes 3 times in one year). Most of us are excited to get into our new building and begin the new journey our company has planned for us. Others are jumping ship before all the madness goes down lol.
Other than work and performing I have been spending time with my new girlfriend Ashlynn. Getting to know her and taking things one day at a time has been an amazing journey, and it's still just beginning. She is a 21 year old Medical Assistant that works with people who have developmental disabilities. She is hilarious, we spend much of our time laughing at each other or stupid things. She deals with my immature wresting moments and actually fights back with some force(she's dangerous)..the on going slug bug war is a dangerous one not gunna lie, problem for me is her mom is good at it to and she beats me up...are you feeling my pain here people?? =P I have found acceptance in her family, like I never expected. They are a crazy bunch of people but I fit right in that is for sure. It's taking them some time to wrap their minds around the whole "transgendered thing" but they are learning and I am willing to be patient to help them understand. I couldn't ask for more and can't wait to see what the future holds for her and I. Together we are imperfectly perfect and we are learning to make it work.
Update as far as my transition goes.....
I am at a solid 115 pounds..WOOT WOOT...when I started "T" five months ago I weighted a whooping 94 1/2 pounds! I am filling out in the face and upper body. I have gained some pretty consistent and noticeable muscle mass in my arms, shoulders, and back. I have also started working out and really trying to focus on putting more protein in my diet. That will help me continue to bulk up.
As far as Hair growth goes, I have begun to grow more hair on my legs and stomach. My facial hair has finally started to come in, but nothing crazy noticeable yet...progress people...progress lol.
My voice still continues to change and crack from time to time. Yeah Karaoke is STILL out of the question for me lol. But I am enjoying watching the change
My sex drive is about the same...... crazy intense all the effin time! It's at it's worst 1-2 days before my next shot is due. I was told at my last appointment that in July my doctor will give me my letter to change my name legally WOOT WOOT that's like 2 months people!!
A great milestone has taken place though. I am now actively going by "Jayson" at work. I brought it up to my management and a formal e~mail was sent out to the company. I never expected to get any response back from any of them but they have been amazingly supportive in the whole situation. Here's the E~mail that was sent out to my co workers.(maybe it will help you if you ever have to write one)...
As many of you already know I have been undergoing hormone therapy treatments in my female to male transition. I am almost 6th months into these treatments now so I am taking the next step in my transition. Effective immediately I would like to be referred to as Jayson here within the facility, especially in direct client care areas. Please understand that I am not asking you to accept my transition or to compromise your own personal morals in any way, I am simply asking you to respect my decision as I respect each and every one of you. At this point as I begin to “pass” more as a male on a regular basis this is not only a step in my transition but also a safety issue for myself. I have encountered a few moments of client confusion when it comes to this situation so it is being addressed now before my transition goes any further. Please understand I will not be offended if called Amber because it is a gradual change for everyone, but please be aware that I will make corrections as needed. I have already met with Carol on this matter and HR has been notified of this change. Thank you for your consideration on this matter and if anyone has any questions at all please feel free to ask me as I am open to helping anyone understand this delicate situation.
Sincerely
~Jayson~
Until next time love and peace
~Jayson~
It's awesome :) I am so happy for you and proud to have watched this transition. :p
ReplyDeleteI haven't read your blog in a while but it was good to see that so many changes have taken place for you, both within your "transition" journey and your personal one as well.
ReplyDeleteIt looks and sounds as if you are continuing to grow stronger within yourself, your identity and your life in general and that is AWESOME!!
Stay strong and continue to focus on yourself- for no one can make you happy except for you.
CONGRATS on your continuous journey, I look forward to checking in from time to time and as always best wishes for continued happiness.
Take Care and God Bless.
"Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still." Chinese Proverb
"Change and growth take place when a person has risked himself and dares to become involved with experimenting with his own life."
Herbert Otto
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