September 7, 2009 9:14 PM BST
I hope you bought a Lottery ticket as well this week!
Incredibly good news, Suzie. Wonderful to hear of your good fortune. Your work is not done with your wife, however. Expect the possibility of some later issues for her, when she has had time to process. Focus on her needs as much as possible. Make Suzie as enjoyable to be with as possible. Be sure to let her know you are still interested in her in a romantic way. When shopping, be her gf.
It can be tempting to go "OHthankGodalliswell" and avoid talking to her about her feelings, but this would be a mistake.
Glouscestershire or Hampshire, hon? Need to check resources for your area.
And.....Welcome, Sister. Your wife is welcome here too. We have a special place for our beloved S.O.'s at TW..
September 9, 2009 12:20 PM BST
Wonderful news Suzie, I hope everything continues to go well for you. Please be aware though that feelings can and do change going through transition, and I don't mean to sound pessimistic, quite the opposite in fact, because if you are aware of that then it can help you both to deal with it. Staying with your partner can and does work and it sounds like you have a very caring wife, I'm very happy for you.
On another note - Stroud? I used to go there frequently in my mispent youth although it's changed quite a bit now. Small world isn't it?
Nikki
September 20, 2009 12:10 PM BST
This link is to venues in your general area of England:
http://www.transgenderzon[...]NDS.htm
Here are some more specific support groups:
http://www.freewebs.com/gloscats/
Gay Glos.
Gay Glos provide a range of services for anyone concerned about their sexuality or gender, as well as their friends and families. They operate a helpline with trained volunteers who can give help and advice on a range of issues, including domestic abuse within same sex relationships.
01452 306 800
http://www.gay-glos.org