I can't believe that it's only two years since I first emerged into public as Dee. A bit sad to think that it took me 49 years to discover, realise and come to terms with the fact that I was transgendered.
Almost exactly two years ago I stepped out into the street dressed en femme and experienced my trans-ness properly and completely for the first time. Yes it was tentative and a small step...had a makeover done by Ben (aka Vanity Faire) in Oxford Street, Sydney and walked from his salon to my car, then drove through Darlinghurst to Potts Point, where I again mingled with the pedestrians heading home after work as I walked to a photographer's studio. Small step...but a huge leap for me.
A lot has happened since then and I've met wonderful people within the transgendered community.
It was therefore a perfect anniversary celebration for me when I went out in Erskineville with friends about two weeks ago. Katya and Cyanne...two individuals who have helped me enormously and the two people who escorted me to my first proper and real public outing (in October 2004)...and Lorraine, Angie and Julia. A wonderful evening starting at a Thai restaurant in Erskineville and then a short walk to the Imperial Hotel for drinks and more chatting. Perfect evening...low key, but so much enjoyment.
The photographs are of our evening out two weeks ago...my 2nd Anniversary celebration.
