Beautiful Ashley Baron
I do so love swimsuits that have that lovely high waistband. As I looked at mine hanging from the back of a chair in my garden, snow drifting down I slipped into the hot tub. A light steam seemed to rise into he chill night air, as I sat in the warm water watching the snowflakes and sipping a negroni.
I was fortunate this week to enjoying interviewing Ashley Baron, a familiar face on Tumblr and more recently Twitter. As we sat in the freezing night air, surrounded by hot water and the beautifully manicured bushes Ali, my gardener, has been so busy with, we chatted about her journey and what crossdressing has meant to her.
Ashley started dressing following a breakup with a girlfriend. Sheâd left some of her things, and one night curiosity overcame Ashley, and suddenly there âsheâ was. Whilst always a little curious about reaching for a pair of panties, and exploring the idea of gender fluidity, this was her first real foray into crossdressing. At the age of 23 she discovered a world which would be a natural fit.
âI was surprised how natural it was for me,â she tells me. âI think the most unusual thing for me when I started crossdressing was realizing just how feminine I actually looked in those clothes. It really kinda shocked me, and just made me want to see how far I could push it.â
Ashley has always admired strong female characters. For her these were the role model that would steer her values and her life. A principled and genuinely authentic person, Ashley found great joy in cosplay â and emulating the characters that inspired her. Unafraid to take on a challenge she dresses provocatively and challenges herself. The character of Babydoll in Sucker Punch is one of her favorite costumes and one she pulls off with consummate skill.
When thereâs a light breeze in the Quebec night, the clouds skid across the sky, and the stars break through from time to time. Itâs quite lovely.
Ashley carried on, âAt this point I crossdress about 90% of the time in my life, and thankfully, Iâve always had a family who supports me. Itâs the same with my job. I bartend at the same place I was bartending as when I didnât wear a bra to work!â
Ashley laughs as she adds, âMy bosses are awesome. I suppose the only thing that has changed is that I make better tips in a push up bra than I ever did as a ânormalâ bartender.â
I asked her about the way sheâs become quite an online personality. Sheâs so cute when she blushes. Perhaps one of the most endearing aspects of Ashley is her genuine modesty.
âI have never really considered myself an online personality,â she confessed. âBut iâm slowly starting to realize I might be and I seem to actually have a fan base and people who love me, and that is the most amazing feeling ever. I love that people are inspired by me! Thatâs such a cool aspect of what I do, that I can bring joy to other peopleâs lives. And as far as Tumblr goes Iâm sad to see it change. Tumblr was a platform that let me express myself, and now that is being taken from me and others, and thatâs disappointing to say the least.â
Now, I have to say that I was a little surprised when I noticed my neighbor Marjory and her girlfriend Amanda (my wife’s appalling friend) next door peering over the fence. Amanda, as you know, is one of the only women I know who wears tweed underwear. I believe itâs specially designed by Carhartt for her. Marjory has recently returned from a competition on the busy competitive eating circuit. Ironically she appears to be leading in the sausage division, which is beyond ironic considering she is a committed lesbian. I hurried the interview along as I knew Marjory and Amanda would be invading the hot tub shortly.
I had thought Ali had discouraged Amanda from infiltrating the garden, but he felt it was unfair to shoot her with the paintball gun so often, so I have tried to adopt a more humanitarian approach, at least over the Christmas period. Itâs a little like the Christmas Truce of 1914.
I asked Ashley if she had any suggestions or advice for other crossdressers. Her reply illustrates Ashleyâs very generous nature and I am quoting her verbatim.
She said, âI never want to influence too heavily people who have to make their own decisions on these things, however, I will say this: Never feel embarrassed or nervous or ashamed about who you are. We are finally (almost nearly finally) pulling away from a society that has been telling people forever that even considering crossdressing, or transitioning, or even questioning your own sexuality is a âbad/wrong/evilâ thing… itâs not. Itâs not a bad thing to discover who you are and ask yourself who you want to be. Never be ashamed of trying to find out who you are.â
I could not help but feel that so accurately mirrors the mantra of what we do here, in our tag line â âAccept yourself as you are, create yourself as you desire.â
If you would like tosupport Ashleyâs journey she has a Patreon account which you can use to send a little appreciation here: https://www.patreon.com/AlsoAshley
This is a season to be generous, and Iâd strongly suggest reaching out to her showing your support.
Finally, as Marjory and Amanda squeezed through the fence defences and came into the garden with their towels, Ashley added âThere is nothing sexier than someone who is confident in themselves.â
I glanced at Amanda, wondering if there is such a thing as too much confidence. As editor of Pig and Pig Farmer I suppose it is important to have an opinion about everything, and she certain has that.
Ashley has a healthy diet avoiding fast foods, and focusing on vegetable and chicken. Itâs a far cry from Marjoryâs red meat based diet. As we relaxed the night become still more beautiful, and I was left thinking how Ashley really is the perfect guest. Be sure to show your appreciation HERE.
Sylvester has an enormous package.
First of all, in response to the many emails that have flooded in response to last weeks multiple choice competition. The correct answer was, of course, B â âHe didnât use enough lubrication.â Congratulations to Mildred of Colorado Springs for getting the right answer before anyone else on that one.
Itâs been an exciting week, not least because Sylvester burst into my kitchen this morning, a giant package in his hand.
âGoodness,â I gasped. âSylvester, what an enormous package you have!â
âItâs just arrived from Amazon,â he declared proudly. âItâs your Christmas present.â
I hardly knew where to put myself. Instead of opening it, I decided to place it beneath the Christmas tree in my living room along with several others for my friends, as weâll all be gathering on Christmas morning to open gifts together. I do so love this time of year.
Itâs a special time as we celebrate two things. The first is, of course, a season of good will to all. And the second is The Fiona Dobson Crossdressing Man Of The Year. Last year, you may remember Sarah Huckabee Sanders won, baffling medical science. So, if you have any suggestions please email them in, and the most popular ones will be put on the website for members to vote on.
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Clothes Maketh The Man Part 23 is out.
Let’s show our support for Dr. Helen Webberley
Dr. Helen Webberley is one of very few people who have dared to stand up to an establishment that has neglected transgender patients and left them with no support for many years. For so many people, myself included, GenderGP saved my life from a time where my local Health Board wanted to leave me on an endless waiting list. GenderGP provided a wonderful and supportive service and gave me access to treatment that I needed.
On December 3rd 2018 Dr Helen Webberley was found guilty of operating an unregistered clinic for transgender patients. She was fined ÂŁ12,000.
Click Here To Read Media Article
Dr. Webberley has done nothing wrong other than dare to stand against a system that wasn’t doing enough for its vulnerable patients.
Now is the time for the trans community and trans allies to come together and let Dr. Webberley know how much we support and appreciate the work that she has done for transgender patients.
Look at what the patients have to say about the work of GenderGP; how can we stand back and see this wonderful work threatened! Click Here to Read Words of Patient Support .
We are not seeking to raise funds to cover any legal fees. Simply we are raising money specifically to say “thank you” to Dr Helen Webberley for all the life-saving support she has given the transgender community, and for the personal sacrifices she has made.
I think there may be a little viking in me!
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Sebastian’s going to give me one in the bunker!
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Clothes Maketh The Man – Part 22 is out!
Yes, just when things looked like they can’t possibly go worse for Andy, he finds himself getting in deeper! Follow the painful progress of the hapless Andy – who would be him!
Put out to work by the evil Devina, Andy finds himself put into service with Chantelle. What could possibly go wrong?
Read Part 22 here: PART 22
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Introducing your partner to the gurl within #2
Gradually introducing your partner to the gurl who is inside you is a process best handled in a slow and sensitive manner. Many partners will recoil from this if itâs not handled in a very precise way.
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Finding you in good health.
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Look what I found on my doorstep at 3 am!
On the whole I do not approve of large people with too much facial hair looming in my doorway. Even more so at 3 am.
That was the sight that greeted me this morning. I enjoy my beauty sleep, most of all to protect my looks, but also so I am fresh in the morning to write to my members. And last night, as my very understanding wife was once again traveling, this time at a conference in somewhere called Poughkeepsie, I was enjoying a night of calm sleep wearing a pink teddie. When I heard the chiming of the door bell, I pulled on a thick robe and went downstairs to find the henge-like form of Amanda, my wife’s appalling friend, blocking the doorway, like a couch abandoned by someone who had been trying to get it through a door that was marginally too small.
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The dangers of yoga pants.
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The latest Clothes Maketh The Man has been released!
Poor Andy. He goes from bad to worse. Things can only get better, right?
I’m pleased to say that the latest Clothes Maketh The Man can be found here!
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Corsets – The shape of things to come.
There can be little doubt that the single piece of crossdressing equipment that makes the greatest impact on how you look is the corset. Suddenly you have a waist, and look very different!
That dress now hangs a little more naturally. You have curves that make you excited and others wild with desire. Everything is different.
You’re going to love the selection below. Take a good look and then experiment. Keep in mind that buying a little larger than you think you need may be a good idea. You can easily be cinched down a size or two.
Remember, it’s great to experiment with a few ideas. If you can find a girlfriend to help you, you’re going to enjoy this even more.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with corsets. They are fun and give you an instant waistline. Some have a longer body style than others. They can be worn over or under a blouse, and there’s the tricky question of whether on not you want an underbust line, or one that cradles breast forms, or your natural breast mass.
Eventually you’ll want to spend a substantial amount on a corset. At that point a professional fitting is a great idea. When you’re spending upwards of $300 on a corset, you don’t want to make mistakes. However, you’ll likely find it’s worth every cents. Until then try any of the ones you see on this page and have some fun with them.
One of the most fun aspects of corsetry is the idea of going steampunk. I love to waer steampunk clothes and the corset is a staple of the style. Below are a few great corsets that can combine with jeans, or a long skirt, and boots, perfect for a steampunk adventure. I can hardly wait to get out there once more.
What have they ever done for us?
What have they ever done for us?
Good morning and welcome to a wonderful election day in the US. If you’re getting ready to vote, slip into some heels, do your makeup and get out there with plenty of time to make a difference.
Just this very morning I was walking in my garden with Sebastian, my personal trainer, and Amanda, my wifeâs appalling friend. Sheâs heading over the border to the US this afternoon to vote, of course, like all good people should. However, as we were walking Amanda got a call from my wife, who as you may know is currently travelling.
Sebastian and I could not help but overhear Amandaâs comments, and politely listened in to the one sided conversation. Now the important details I will skip over, except to say that I was wearing one of my lovely pleated maxi skirts that I find so very comfortable and a pair of suede boots. However, returning to Amanda, who it should be noted edits Pig and Pig Farmer, the first publication in the US to endorse Mr. Trump in the last elections.
Knock Her Up!
I had a very strange conversation with Ali this morning. We were enjoying a cup of tea at my kitchen table, and the topic fell to politics. Now, as I am sure you know, Ali is my Syrian gardener. He came to Canada as a refugee with his lovely two daughters and wife.
I am so pleased to say his girls are doing to so well. Theyâre both A grade students now, and are loving high school here in Montreal. Ali himself was a professor at Damascus University in the Biology department. His special interest is, unsurprisingly, botany.
I found it most curious to hear him talk about American politics.
Looking very thoughtful he said in a very considered manner, âitâs really very reminiscent of home.â
He must have seen the look of surprise on my face.
âReally, these rallies Mr. Trump has. They are just like ours back home.â
âI hardly thinkâŠâ
âItâs just the same. The words are a little different. But other than that, itâs very similar,â Ali insisted
âAli, itâs completely different,â I protested.
âIâll admit, our young men were chanting âDeath to Americaâ, instead of âKnock her upâ, but itâs all the same really.â
I poured a little more tea before pointing out, âI think youâll find theyâre chanting âLock her up!â
The ways the Trump administration rolls back protections for transgender people.
All the ways the Trump administration has rolled back protections for transgender people @CNNPolitics https://t.co/n2ZVIEPwCr
— Fiona Dobson (@FionaDobson_CD) November 2, 2018
Hobbs Island Hotel – A Halloween Ghost Story
Hobbs Island Hotel
By Fiona Dobson
When Elizabeth died my world stopped revolving and it seemed my life ground to a halt. It was an unexpected death, as so many illnesses are, but mercifully swift.
Merciful, that is, for her. It left me with an empty life before me. How many years? I donât know. I suppose it doesnât matter.
So it was months later that I found myself waiting on lonely shore, in a gusty wind looking out at the bleak expanse of water, with Hobbs Island several miles distant, feeling desolate. But that was how each day felt at the time. Completely empty. It had been just six months, and my world had gone from full, exciting and fulfilled, to something as forbidding as that shoreline itself.
I should explain. Iâd arrived a few days early for the workshop I was scheduled to give, with the intent to use the time to write. I had a piece to complete about the psychology of addiction, and it had been my intention to use those few days to complete the article in the quiet of the retreat. I suppose I should have checked with the organisers more carefully. Iâd just assumed the hotel would be open, even though it was out of season.
After walking from the railway station to the quay, I made the call to my contact only to learn that the hotel on Hobbs Island would be closed. As it happened, the owner had been contacted and gave me permission to stay, even though Iâd have to fend for myself in the empty old building.
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