Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor"

Dear Virginia,

I really do not know how to start this letter. I feel that I have to try to explain how I feel at this moment.

Last night I bought a copy of Transvestia for the first time. As I was reading it through, I experienced a feeling of joy and happiness coming over me. I have finally found a way I can fit into this world and still have an understanding with God.

The reason I mention God or a higher power as I sometimes refer to Him, is on account of the article by Olivia, “Spiritual Aspects of Transvestism". It has a great deal to do with the way I am now living.

The main reason for this letter is to tell you about myself, which I think is necessary. I really don't know quite just how to state this, but I will try to be perfectly honest with you.

I am an alcoholic. I am a member of Alcoholics Anonymous and have been, for almost nine months now. I haven't found it necessary to take a drink since February 3, 1967. Up until last night I had a great many guilt feelings about dressing in feminine attire.

Since Alcoholics Anonymous is a program of rigorous honesty, I will not try to hide anything from you and your staff. I have had a few HS experiences, before I went to Alcoholics Anonymous. I'm not going to say I was drunk and

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