Victorious Voicemail

Summary

The author, Victoria, shares her experience of receiving her first voicemail addressed to her chosen name, marking a significant moment in her transition journey, and excitedly anticipates her upcoming hormone replacement therapy appointment.

Abstract

Victoria reflects on the personal significance of receiving a voicemail addressed to her, highlighting the emotional impact of this recognition in her gender transition. She reveals the reasons behind choosing her name, citing personal motivations, childhood aspirations, and the Latin meaning of "Victoria," which signifies victory—a fitting metaphor for her triumph in accepting her transgender identity. The article also previews Victoria's upcoming milestone, her first HRT appointment, which she has eagerly awaited for a month. She directs readers to external resources for more information on gender dysphoria and details of her journey.

Opinions

Victoria expresses a deep personal connection to her chosen name, which is a source of affirmation and pride in her transition.
The author conveys a sense of humor and light-heartedness when discussing the voicemail and her transition, as seen in her playful dismissal of Uber Eats credit and her reference to having transgender spies.
She acknowledges the importance of community and friendship, inviting readers to connect with her and share in her experiences.
Victoria's tone suggests a sense of accomplishment and optimism about the future, particularly regarding her hormone replacement therapy.
The author values her privacy and anonymity to some extent, choosing not to disclose all reasons for her name choice publicly.

What’s in a name…

Screenshot from author’s phone.

Did you catch that dear reader? There, in the screenshot? Yes, Marina is awesome, but that’s not what I’m referring to. No, I am not a “highly emotional people.” I’m a highly emotional individual, but that’s beside the point. No, not the Uber Eats credit either (I’m still craving those missing mini tacos). Right there in the middle:

this message is for Victoria.

This marks the first voicemail I have received as Victoria.

So affirming!

But what’s happening on Monday, I hear you ask through my dedicated network of transgender spies and sophisticated surveillance equipment.

Great question!

Now allow me to ignore you completely and take a moment to expound on choosing my name first. One of the perks of being transgender, ignoring reader questions, oh, and name choosing!

Victoria

I chose this name for a few reasons, the first being a personal matter I’d rather not disclose at this time to maintain some anonymity. Feel free to message me if we’re friends and I’ll fill you in. And if we’re not friends, there’s no time like the present to make a new one!

The second reason is minor, but a crucial part nonetheless. There was a girl in elementary school named Victoria and I was always jealous of her name. That simple.

Thirdly, is the meaning of the name itself. Victoria, in Latin, means conquest, triumph, victory. Accepting myself as transgender and coming out certainly feels like a triumphant victory!

Victorious Voicemail

What’s in a name…

This marks the first voicemail I have received as Victoria.

Victoria

So what happens on Monday?

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