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Fantasia Fair '98

By Livia

Well, once again, I'm sitting in the airport at the close of another T-event reflecting on the wonderful time I've had. This time is different - I am en-femme and have been so for the last 10 days. But many things are the same - the euphoria of a fantastic time and the sadness of leaving my very dear new friends.

It all started for me on a Friday when I left home with no male clothes. I drove to Atlanta, got my nails done, and spent the weekend at our Sig Ep meeting. But Sunday morning I woke in very nervous anticipation of my first time flying en-femme and also going to a new place alone. I didn't eat or drink anything to help avoid the bathroom issue and the nervousness "cleared" my system to help also.

I was amazed at the airport at the lack of an issue as I showed my male drivers license to check-in - not the slightest pause or raised eyebrow and a very nice "Thank you, 'Mam". I had a long wait so I ate and when the resultant nature's call came, I discovered another of the disadvantages of being a woman. There was a waiting line of about 20 ladies inside the restroom. I wasn't about to take that kind of scrutiny, so I quickly exited and opted to wait for another opportunity. It came as I boarded the plane, where I stepped into the lavatory and relieved my mind as well as my need. The rest of the journey was uneventful except for one of my suitcases being missing in Boston for a while causing me to almost miss my flight to Provincetown, but I kept my ladylike "coolness" and everything eventually worked out.

The week at Fantasia Fair was like "Fantasy Island". Provincetown must be the most openly accepting place for us in the world and even has laws to preserve that. A lot of townsfolk came to the fashion show where I enjoyed the thrill of modeling 4 "glam" outfits. Then my comfort zone was stretched when my new friend, Kim, persuaded me to participate in a comedy lip-synch act for the follies. I studied hard between activities to learn the words to "Wishin' & Hopin'" and devise and learn the choreography with Kim, Kate, and Lawrence. The act was a smashing success and once again I learned there is more suppressed inside me just waiting to emerge and be enjoyed. I further enjoyed myself over the week with en-femme experiences like voice lessons, hot-tubbing, jogging, walking the beach, and bicycle riding. In short, this week has been the time of my life and Saturday night when I was voted "Ms. Cinderella" of the Fair and paraded through town was an unimaginable high.

I simply have to return next year! Not only to pass on the "Ms. Cinderella" award, but also to see all my new and dear friends again. Next year will be a special celebration as it will be the 25th Fantasia Fair and will be even better. Won't you join me?

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