RANSVESTIA

To think that this peace was brought on by the great difference of importance (to me) of "Impersonation,” as opposed to “dual-person- ality" is awing.

I'm glad I was able to realize it before I made a selfish, fatal mistake.

Virginia, I'm going to ask Jimmy to read this before I send it to you. I hope that it, combined with your perceptive encouragement today, will enable us (all three) to work out a peaceful co-existence.

I feel confident that we have what it takes.

I, personally, can no longer see transvestism as sickness. Actually, in viewing the promise of our future together, I can no longer conceive of living any other way. I now see a lite that can be fulfilling for all of us. And I'm eager to live it.

I know I sound supremely optimistic. I also realize that our present situation is precarious. We will have to work hard at first to achieve the contentment we all want. The desire is here. The capability is here. The opportunity is here. Love exists. Now we must apply ourselves.

I don't expect things to be easy. I now see a goal that is worthy of the endeavor. It has been there all along, I know. It was just undefined.

I think you can expect to see some happier people when next we meet. Till then, remember how much we love you.

Sincerely, Barbara

Editor's Note: The following two letters were specially selected and printed together since both of them show what can sometimes happen with wives if enough time and patience are used by the FP husband. I know both of these two writers personally and know not only the anguish and the frustrations they have been through but also the enor- mous relief, satisfaction and pleasure the slow coming around of their wives is bringing them. The letters are printed to bring new hope and encouragement to those of you in similar circumstances. They are printed anonymously because of their personal nature.

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