Yesterday was February 22… in the course of the world, it’s just one of 365 but, for me, it’s an anniversary of sorts. It was 9 years ago that I first set foot into the world as Kacee.
When I woke up that morning, I had no idea that I would be starting down the path to where I am today. Instead, I was going to get a transformation, perhaps go home and take some photos, wash up and go to bed. However, after my friend Linda finished, she asked if I wanted to go out with her to the Queen Mary, the drag club up in the Valley. As someone who had only dressed at home, , I jumped at the chance to actually venture out into public. To be quite honest, I don’t remember much about the club that night, except that I met my friend Kimmie (who I am still great friends with) in the ladies’ room, chatting at the mirror.
For years, I had observed February 22nd as “Kacee’s Birthday,” even incorporating 2/22 into my email address. However, in recent years, it’s lost some significance for me. In a life of transition, I’m finding that there are more and more ‘anniversaries’ and special dates to remember. While February 22nd represents a ‘first step out’ for me, there are now other dates… the day I started hormones, the day (coming soon) when I’ll be full time and, of course, the day that I will fully transition.
It wasn’t until 1130pm last night that I really stopped to think about February 22nd… how it used to be such a big deal for me, but now is just the day that my car’s registration is due. It did get me thinking, however, about how far I’ve come… from that first day, feeling awkward and out of place to today, when I’m 90% full time and walk the world with poise and confidence, spreading fabulousness to the world.
Thanks to all of the special people in my life who I’ve met along the way. In some small (or perhaps large) way, you’ve all contributed and helped me to evolve to the woman you see today.
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