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dressing does, I'm going to take the hormones knowing full well that I do not wish to become female by the knife. I also wish to tell you that based on my own logic, supported by an honest doctor, that your book is not only very factual but above all, very humane. I think anyone who can read your book and believe it can save themselves a lot of grief not to mention about $500 minimal cost. But if, as in my case, having no knowledge of your book, it was the only way to go at the time for peace of mind - which is all anyone really seeks in life.

Sincerely, Cathy, FL

Dear Virginia:

I hate to begin any correspondence with an apology, but I feel that I must apologize for going as long without letting you know how much I enjoy and appreciate your magazine. I have all issues of TVia from #61 on and a limited number of the earlier issues and read them a number of times.

My wife and I want to offer you our thanks for your work in the field of Transvestism. Without your book, The Transvestite and His Wife my marriage would certainly not be as happy as it is now. For this reason even though I do not know you personally I will always con- sider you as a very close friend. If I could ever be of service, please do not hesitate to call on me.

R.V. VA

Dear Virginia:

Your letter to my brother R.W. has done more to release Amy than you could have imagined. Amy has been held back and made to feel guilty for herself long enough. Amy can now come forth to release her interest and feelings. It's nice to know I'm not alone. I've begun to let Amy show through in subtle ways. Little things added here and there, out front but very subtly show my femininity and make life more en-

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