Today was a bit cool today here in Florida and I had the chance to wear my leather jacket and get a bit dressed up. I went to one of the local malls after a nice lunch. I first went to Dillards since I could park close to their door. Found some nice sales on tops and bought a new bra that I tried on there first. It is alway so exiting to hear: "Thank you Ma'am" after I made my purchase in lingerie. Their shoes are to die for, probably the best selection of any story. Unfortunately they are limited on my size (bla) 11s. I did have fun at the make aisle. I really sampling make-up with a fun lady at one of the kiosks. It was fun talking about men and their mannerisms.
I next went to Charlotte Russe and Bath and Body. A trip to the mall would never be complete without a visit to Victoria's Secret. I love that store so much because it so girly. Of course I looked at the cute Valentine outfits. One of the clerks asked me if I had a Valentine to wear one for?
I guess that shopping is so fulfilling for me as a woman and helps me so much.

I have been blessed to have “A female voice” helping me to pass in public with little difficulty. When I first went out I was afraid to speak because of the fear of many people like us ‘being detected by my voice”. I started to pay attention to mannerisms and tones of females when they spoke. I noticed a softer tone and articulation pattern. I worked a bit on it. I used it among friends at parties and clubs. I was often told that my voice was good.

One of the most defining situations was when I often visited a shoe store dressed and bought shoes from a lady that knew that I was born male. She only saw me as a female and asked me to stop dressed as a boy. I was reluctant but finally agreed. I walked in and talked to her. She said it was eerie and she could not handle this female voice coming from a male. Wow this totally blew my mind. She said that I was a woman and I should not come in “disguised” like this again.

As time passed I find that I am very comfortable with my voice when out and I never see a reaction or a stare when I talk from the person I talk to or another person that can hear me. I actually feel sometimes that my voice validates my femininity.

I often receive phone calls from strangers and get a ma’am on the phone. This is very gratifying and exciting to me.

As many of us read articles from people like Melany Phillips, it is inflection rather than pitch. I have noticed many natal gals that have a lower voice than I do. It takes work an concentration.

I have been among TGs in a group setting and often am annoyed when a gal does not make any attempt to soften a loud harsh male voice, then worries about passing. A voice along with posture, dress, mannerisms and confidence is a key factor for the presence of being a woman.

Christmas is a time that we need to reflect and think of others. I love the song "My Grown Up Christmas List" and here is mine.

Peace on Earth: This not only means a quick solution and resolution to global wars. It also means the same peace from people that use religion for war fueled by hate.

Goodwill Toward all: We need to care for our fellow humans and hope that others share this compassion for others.

A world free from hate and respecting the human rights of others; Many people that hate (because of their “Brand” of religion) people because of race, religion, country of origin, sexual orientation and gender. The US is among the worse for this.

The opportunity for all to be what they are and do what makes them happy; Many of us face the lack of or inability to be what we are and to live the life that makes us happy and whole. We need this available to us.

The ability for all of us to have what we need and work for our goals in life: This is the means and jobs to live our lives including jobs to attain our goals and desires. A better global economy.

Health and well being for everyone: Not just good health, but a system that we can afford, and healthcare for us and our loved ones.

Allow people to see the real beauty in other human beings looking at their souls: The real beauty of people is that soul that shines through.

An better understanding and ability to listen and understand the problems and concerns of others: I respect each human, what they are and their needs. I want you to share yourselves and feelings with all of us.

The opportunity to meet many of my great friends on these pages and blogs I hope that I can travel and attend events to meet you wonderful people.

Being the best possible woman that I can be: I hope that I can improve my female qualities and be an example for all other women.

Many gals try hard and want badly to go out and pass as a woman. Below is a fun list of items that I compliled for fun. I have faced some of them and they made me feel good. They are mostly thought provoking and fun. Let me know of some others.
Kristi

You know you pass as a woman:

When you ask where the rest room is and are told it is in the lingerie department.

When a person in another car yells at you and calls you a “bitch”

When a young teenage gal calls you Ma'am (They are the best readers)

When a man sales clerk calls you “Honey”
When you are walking to the rest room and a lady walking in holds the door waiting for you to get there and smiles.

When a young lady shopping in the make-up aisles asks your advise about some makeup.

When the man in line ahead of you at the computer store tries to impress you with his knowledge about computers and himself.

When a man is walking behind his wife checks you out.

When a salesman in a store seems to be into you and can hardly talk to you.

When a woman trashes men in a discussion with you in the rest room

When two men a Home Depot store fall over each other to bring you a shopping cart.

When you take food home to for dinner and the sales lady says: Why is it that we women are always the ones that bring food home.”

When a gentleman offers to put some heavy items in your car trunk.(from your shopping cart)

When you purchase a cute piece of lingerie and a lady say I know your man will love you in that!

When a gentleman holds a door open for you and smiles at you.

When a two women include you in conversation about intimacy with their husbands.

When you talk about vintage corsets with a saleslady at a lingerie counter.

When you are sitting in a gay bar and a GG tells you to be cautious in the ladies restroom because drag queens also use it.

When a police officer stops you and speaks to you in a gentle soft voice. (But when he sees you DL he drops to a deep voice).

When a friend asks you to join a ladies spa and gym with her.

When you are in a straight bar with 2 GGs and 2 CDs and they asked the 2 CDs to leave and say that they only want the 3 “women” to stay.

When you are asked if you would like a dressing room started at Victoria’s Secret and of course you try some cute things on in there. (Love that music and atmosphere!!).