RANSVESTIA

a C- in a couple of months. To her, I only wear panties (she does not know of my wardrobe). Since we wear the same size, I bought her some extra pairs. Now we both wear them daily. I no longer hide the fact or change before going to bed.

Unfortunately, before learning of Tri-Sig, my knowledge depended on "TV" literature. This always made me feel strange and guilty. But reading Virginia's books has made a new woman out of me.

I know that I am going through the puberty stage learning how to be a better FP. But with the help of my sisters, I am sure that I can mature.

Thanks Virginia and Tri-Sig for opening the closet door of my mind. I look forward to meeting my new sisters whether through letters or in person.

Alice

Dear Carol:

It seems to me that there are many different experiences we have had as a result of our desire to wear women's clothes. One statement that finds acceptance is that we wear women's clothes to be feminine- to express ourselves or our "femininity."

But just what is femininity? To some women femininity in one way or another is linked to its male counterpart, masculinity. For instance bigness versus littleness, or difference in size or strength. An awareness of a man's simple physical strength seems to enhance many women's feelings of femininity.

Some women don't seem to need a man's strength as much as they do his attention in order to be reminded of their femi- ninity. Some women like to have men look at them as they

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