Just wanted to take a moment to talk about my new epilator. Over the last 10 years I've increasingly shaved more and more of my body. It started with the pubic hair, moved to the chest, then to the arm pits and the legs. The arm pits were this winter and the legs were this spring. It has been a journey and I must say that, "I LOVE IT".
As I look back at this progression in hindsight it is an interesting timeline marking my journey toward transition. Now that I'm mostly smooth and my head hair is long and down to my shoulders, I feel more feminine every day. I've been looking at getting an epilator all winter and spring and decided to take the plunge this summer. I'm on day 4! And it has been a journey already. A number of you have inspired me to go this route and I'm grateful for your stories and and inspiration. I'm not sure I would have had the courage without your pioneering work.
I decided to go with a Braun Silk 7 that can be used in the shower. It's quite a machine. After 4 days I'm mostly smooth in all areas and plan to follow up every other day for the next couple weeks as I get used to the methods and catch all the hair. Then I'll take a break and go to once a week for a bit and then to a longer cycle. We'll see. It is kind of addictive!

Different areas are harder than others. Lower legs are easy. Upper legs are harder but not really a problem as the hairs are farther apart until reaching the nether regions which are DEFINITELY the hard part. At this point I've found my limit. This is by far the most painful area. The hair is strongly attached but I persevered and have some good results. Chest, breasts and arms were no problem. I've got some tattoos and it's similar in those areas. Armpits were harder - between upper legs and groin in pain level. They are done now and super smooth.
Overall, I think this is a great progression for me. I don't think it's for everyone but is certainly possible. I'm still a beginner but I can tell right now that this will be my path and I'll start exploring laser on my face as the next step in the journey. It's a great journey and this continues to be a great place to learn and share. Thanks to all of you for being such good support.