Thursday, August 3, 2017

Heading back for Baltimore...day 4


Another interesting day of adventure...

Got dressed and was ready to walk down to the station to pick up a train heading East.  But I wasn't sure whether I'd be able to have someone take my picture...so I did it myself, in the room, using the self-timer on my camera.

Following is/was my outfit for the trip back to BWI.   I find that I really love wearing this skort.   But I notice that as I sit down, it rides up a bit, and even more of my legs are on display.  Nothing wrong with that.  But it's an unusual feeling, one that I'm still not used to.  (I'll admit to tugging on my hem more than a few times...not that it made the skirt any longer!)



Notice my nails???  Several women did...and all commented favorably.  That's a delightful thing!

The train ride from Utica to NYC was uneventful.  But one particular Conductor couldn't resist taking a dig at me by using the dreaded "S" word, despite the fact I had been out and about in the real world as a woman for the past three days, with no issues.   He "had an axe to grind", but I let it pass....he obviously is a hater, and it's not worth risking an issue - I had a connecting train to catch.

After the crowds in the NYC Club Acela at Amtrak on my westbound trip, I was pleasantly surprised to find it almost empty...and cool inside.   Quite unlike the station itself...that was once again horribly crowded, and hot. 

Going to the Big Apple?   Expect just about anything!  You'll probably find it...

More later,

Mandy                                         

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4 comments:

  1. Pat ScalesAugust 3, 2017 at 7:54 AM

    There is nothing in the photo that cues anything but female.
    I think that trans people are becoming more and more accepted. I worry about some of the left wing militant trans screamers. Too much demanding and yelling gets people concerned. I think you catch more flies with honey than vinegar.
    The women commenting on your nails were behaving as women do. When they see something nice they will make the effort to let others know they noticed. Women know the time, effort and cost that a mani/pedi like yours entails and they were just acknowledging that fact.
    Take care.
    Pat

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    1. Mandy ShermanAugust 3, 2017 at 9:14 AM

      Thanks, Pat!

      So far, despite the hoo-hah in DC and elsewhere, I think you're right about acceptance. Fortunately I haven't been put into the position of having to use a multi-stall restroom with the other women...I've found either unisex or one person washrooms.

      I love the comments from other women...it helps confirm that I'm doing things right!

      Now I just need to figure out an encore!

      Mandy

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  2. TanviAugust 10, 2017 at 6:32 AM

    Hi Mandy,

    My name is Anuj Agarwal. I'm Founder of Feedspot.

    I would like to personally congratulate you as your blog From "Me" to "Mandy" has been selected by our panelist as one of the Top 100 Transgender Blogs on the web.

    http://blog.feedspot.com/transgender_blogs/

    I personally give you a high-five and want to thank you for your contribution to this world. This is the most comprehensive list of Top 100 Transgender Blogs on the internet and I’m honored to have you as part of this!

    Also, you have the honor of displaying the badge on your blog.

    Best,
    Anuj

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    1. Mandy ShermanAugust 11, 2017 at 2:05 AM

      Hi Anuj,

      Thank you very much! The award came as a complete surprise...and is a source of pride. It motivates me to keep posting as often as I can.

      I will try to continue to maintain a high standard, and will hopefully continue to be of assistance to the transgender world.

      Sincerely,

      Mandy

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