Apples and Oranges
Some people scrimp and save, clipping coupons and planning their shopping because they have to. Some do it out of habit or custom. Today The Artist D compares apples and oranges.
Category: Transgender Opinion
On Trans Autobiographies
Last month Dallas Denny posted a list of transgender autobiographies. This month she comments on how useful some of the works are in providing real, useful information about transgender issues. Are some autobiographies better than others? Find out what Dalla thinks.
Season of Dreams
In this post Sophie incorrectly states that our editor Angela Garnder said Halloween is the high holy day for CDs. JoAnn Roberts told Angela that while they were at a Halloween ball and Angela stole it. But Sophie’s right, Halloween is the biggest excuse for dressing up.
Dina’s Diner Oct 1, 2012
Dina Amberle brings us a steaming potpourri of tidbits and delicacies she has found in the news. From pop stars embracing weight gain to men growing breasts when they don’t want them, to androgynous male models who model women’s clothing on the runway, Dina cooks it, stirs it and serves it in Dina’s Diner.
The Artist D Sounding Off — Resistance is Fertile
This week The Artist D asks the question, “What are we giving up on?” Our society seems to be built upon the thesis that you should never give up. But do we know what it is we really want? If we don’t then what are we giving up or not giving up on? The Artist D takes some time from her vacation to expound.
The Scales of Justice
To some people giving TG prisoners hormones and SRS is humane treatment which avoids “cruel and unusual punishment.” To others it’s a waste of taxpayer dollars and a failure of commonsense. The case of convicted killer Michelle Kosliek has got Dee Levy riled up. See what you think of today’s column.
The Most Common Accessory
There’s one accessory that no crossdresser can be with out. It goes with all different styles and almost always shows you to your best advantage. It’s compact, but not a compact. It fits in your purse and uses batteries. No dirty thoughts! Most of us can’t be without it. Find out what it is in Our Ultimate Accessory.
The Artist D Sounding Off — Women Wear Pants
Today The Artist D talks about femininity, androgyny and masuclinity. Why do we feel feminine when we put on a dress? Is the dress what makes us feminine or does that come from inside? There are women who wear pants and never wear dresses yet they remain feminine. Can you be feminine in pants?
Hip Hop Hopes
Hip hop and rap are musical genres that have been dominated by macho men who express hatred of gays and transgendered people in their lyrics. Some rappers have advocated shooting gay people. Now Dee Levy sees hope that the rap world is beginning to change toward a more tolerant view of gays and TGs.
The Real ID Act: A Catastrophe in the Making
In 2005 a Congress passed and President George W. Bush signed into law the Real ID Act of 2005. It is a draconian law that forces everyone with a driver’s license to bring their proof of birth to the DMV to turn that license into a national ID card. It’s a nightmare for all but definitely for TGs.
Happy Together
Many crossdressers spend a long time hiding in their closets. They work on their femme image alone with only their camera and Internet friends. While not demeaning that expression of femininity Sophie Lynne takes some time to explain the benefits of walking out the door for the first time.
What Is Chic?
You’ve heard people say it. “That is so chic.” Or “Tres chic.” What does it really mean? Is it being fashionable? Is it following the latest trends? Is it having style? Whatever “chic” is it’s not an easy quality to explain. That’s where Tasi Zuriack steps in. Today Tasi digs in to answer the question, “What is chic?”
The Artist D Sounding Off — Age is a Numbers Thing
The Artist D is pretty much against all imposed characteristics, those imposed by society that is. And she’s all for people acting their age. She just feels you should act the age you feel not the age society says you are.
Crossdressing and No Fault Divorce
Dee Levy feels there’s always someone to blame when a marriage hits the rocks and breaks apart. And she warns that while many states have No Fault Divorce the states that don’t are sure to have crossdresser’s wives saving evidence for the trial.
The Letter
For some reason radical feminists are upset about transsexuals. Are they not really feminists but just a man haters club? Quit possibly. A publisher was set to release a book by a radical feminist. Dallas Denny and and Jamison Green sent the publisher a letter and told them to stop.
Summer Days Driftin’ Away
Sophie Lynne is a summer girl. She loves the heat, the summer outfits, the cool drinks and fun in the sun. But she also hates the humidity, the harmful UV rays, the melting makeup and her inability to look hot in a bikini. What’s a girl to do? Check out Sophie’s solution in her column today.
Stop Crossdressing…
Can you? Should you? Have you tried? Do you want to stop? Does your wife want you to stop? Have you stopped? What about the sites like stopcrossdressing.com? Are you cured yet? Some believe that crossdressing is purely an addiction and can be stopped. Have you been on the sites that encourage you to stop […]
The Artist D Sounding Off — Doubt
The Artist D maintains that doubt causes a lot of problems for not just TGs, but everyone. Those who are successful don’t give in to their doubt. They persevere and go for what they want. Get the whole concept straight from The Artist D! She’s Sounding Off!
The Artist D Sounding Off — Fit Right In
I this world you’re supposed to be this, or supposed to be that. If you display an interest in one thing people can define you by that one thing. But there’s more to people than one narrow definition. See what The Artist D has to say.
Crossdresser’s Partners Speak — Now What?
What do crossdressing husbands need to know about that period of time after they have finally told their significant other about their crossdressing? We get advice from the expert, Dee Levy, in this month’s Crossdressr’s Partners Speak column — Now What?
Crushes on the Wrong People
Dallas Denny delves into John Irving’s latest book, In One Person. What makes Irving’s thirteenth novel different from the others? You’ll find many of Irving’s usual characters and themes but Dallas says there’s more to this book.
Can’t Keep a Good B*tch Down
If The Artist D is about one thing that thing is be true to you. Be yourself in all you do and don’t let anyone tell you how to be you. Don’t be censored! Now check out The Artist D’s latest contribution to TGF, Can’t Keep a Good B*tch Down.
Too Close to Home…
Dee Levy has strong opinions about honesty. For her, as an ex-wife of a crossdresser, it’s of the utmost importance in any relationship — from the casual ones to the strongly committed ones. The murder of a TG lingerie model in Dee’s hometown is what’s on her mind.
Haters Have. . . Issues
An op-ed in the New York Times this past weekend put forth the theory, supported by some data, that homophobes are likely to have homosexual tendencies. Coincidentally Dallas Denny feels that transphobic individuals are probably drawn to TG behaviors — or there’s some other issue at work.
Label Me
Sophie Lynne is worked up. She’s so worked up she’s climbed back up onto that soapbox. She’s decided to take on a tendency of the transgender community to start to concentrate on the spaces between us rather than paying attention to our common plight. It’s the tyranny of labels! See what Sophie has to say.
A Passing Tip for CDs
We always encourage our readers to not worry about passing when they’re out in public. It’s about time the crowd got used to seeing crossdressers going about their business like everyone else. But there are still those among us who worry about what people think. For them and for those who just wish to improve their femme presentation we offer passing tips.
