So back before I made the decision to transition, I tried getting a few small tattoos just as a way to take some control over my body and fight the dysphoria. Didn't really work.
This is my first tattoo since starting HRT. It's on my thigh. The orange-ish moon should fade to yellow. It's a celebration of change (the moon), self-knowledge (mushrooms), and embracing who I am (trans flag colors worked in on the mushrooms). Really pleased.
Just a little happy post. I'm 7 months in on HRT. Lots of nice changes - clearer skin, face looks softer, small boobs - none of the changes are super dramatic, but they make me happy. I'd noticed a lessening of my body odor, maybe? But no night-and-day difference like I see some girls talk about here.
Yesterday, though, after a frustrating day working in front of my computer, my brain was totally fried. So decided to do something productive that would also help me feel better: 1. Smoke some weed. 2. Put on headphones and start up some music. 3. Mow the yard. (I have a push mower with an electric motor.)
So I did all that, and yes, it was good for unwinding my brain. By the time the sun was setting, the yard looked great, and I was covered in sweat.
When I went in to take off my sweaty clothes, that's when I noticed: I didn't stink. I'm used to me and my wet clothes being pretty rank after that kind of activity. But it was just a mild person smell. The sunscreen I put on smelled more strongly than the clothes.
I suppose that's another change: I've actually started wearing sunscreen and even moisturizing my skin. Funny how not hating the body you live makes you start taking care of yourself better...
Anyway, this was a pointless little post. But it was one of those nice, affirming moments. I knew that being a boy stunk for me metaphorically, but when I first imagined starting HRT, I didn't expect to literally stop smelling like a dude. 😂🏳️⚧️