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  1. I have obtained TSA pre-check with my correct gender marker on my passport!

    The Clear employee who helped me was very nice, I got some queer / trans / non-binary vibes from them.

    I got my passport before the anti-trans U.S. executive order. I knew the guidance from TSA is that my passport is valid until it expires, but I wasn't sure whether they would allow me to get TSA pre-check with it.

    I hope this helps other trans folks. Please boost!

    #Trans
    #TransJoy
    #TravelingWhileTrans

  2. I have obtained TSA pre-check with my correct gender marker on my passport!

    The Clear employee who helped me was very nice, I got some queer / trans / non-binary vibes from them.

    I got my passport before the anti-trans U.S. executive order. I knew the guidance from TSA is that my passport is valid until it expires, but I wasn't sure whether they would allow me to get TSA pre-check with it.

    I hope this helps other trans folks. Please boost!

    #Trans
    #TransJoy
    #TravelingWhileTrans

  3. CW: Dysphoria, bathrooms

    Hey everyone!

    So, I’m jetting off to Mexico for some dental work. You know, the kind that costs an arm and a leg back home in the U.S. After checking and rechecking my list a zillion times, I finally headed out, thanks to a lift from a great friend. The roads were clear, and even at the airport in the evening, I breezed through security like it was nothing. With time to kill, I popped into the lounge (thanks, Priority Pass!) It wasn't mind-blowing, but hey, it was chill and had loads of cozy seats.

    Settling in, I decided to hit the ladies' room before my flight. Just as I was about to enter, I heard a little girl shout, “You’re going the wrong way!” That moment made my heart sink. Because I was traveling and soon to see family who don't yet know the real me, I was dressed in full “boy mode.” Playing it off like I was just mixed up, I followed her point to the men's room. Not a fan of urinals, I stuck to the stall, as usual. Looks like I’ll be in boy mode for the whole trip, plus a bit after I get back, until I find the courage to open up to my mom. And here I am, not even a day in, already feeling boxed in by having to act all “boyish.”

    #TransJourney #TravelingWhileTrans #AuthenticSelf

  4. CW: Dysphoria, bathrooms

    Hey everyone!

    So, I’m jetting off to Mexico for some dental work. You know, the kind that costs an arm and a leg back home in the U.S. After checking and rechecking my list a zillion times, I finally headed out, thanks to a lift from a great friend. The roads were clear, and even at the airport in the evening, I breezed through security like it was nothing. With time to kill, I popped into the lounge (thanks, Priority Pass!) It wasn't mind-blowing, but hey, it was chill and had loads of cozy seats.

    Settling in, I decided to hit the ladies' room before my flight. Just as I was about to enter, I heard a little girl shout, “You’re going the wrong way!” That moment made my heart sink. Because I was traveling and soon to see family who don't yet know the real me, I was dressed in full “boy mode.” Playing it off like I was just mixed up, I followed her point to the men's room. Not a fan of urinals, I stuck to the stall, as usual. Looks like I’ll be in boy mode for the whole trip, plus a bit after I get back, until I find the courage to open up to my mom. And here I am, not even a day in, already feeling boxed in by having to act all “boyish.”

    #TransJourney #TravelingWhileTrans #AuthenticSelf

  5. @LucilleBorg

    I’m assuming “do not go” isn’t an option. So, for their benefit:

    1) Take a friend. Traveling alone isn’t safe.
    2) Avoid anything that might rouse suspicion from law enforcement.
    3) Steer clear of anywhere that isn’t touristy.

    FWIW. I wouldn’t be going anywhere That isn’t blue on this map. open.substack.com/pub/erininth

    #TravelingWhileTrans #LGBTQISafety

  6. I should get a dollar for every self-proclaimed “truck and god loving proud red neck” that steals a look at my boobs

    #TravelingWhileTrans #passingThroughMississippi