Au revoir my therapist

Two years ago, I fronted up to her workplace as a boy for my first treatment in IPL hair removal. I was nervous but she immediately put me at ease. She knew why I was there and what I was going to be doing but she made me feel welcome and, dare I say it, normal. Her personality was honest, engaging and open and my confidence in her grew quickly. 

Since I saw her while I was laying down the foundations in exploring my transition, she was literally the first person to be involved in my transition. She has seen me go through the ups and downs. She has seen me through my surgery and she has seen me transform from the boy I was to the girl I am now. We have shared heartfelt stories and we have shared laughs over memories of Little Britain and over the funnier moments in each of our personal lives. 

Today, I fronted up once again for a short maintenance session. Only a few scattered hairs dot  around my lips and chin. I am so pleased at the result and for the work she has done for me. Sadly, this will be her last week as she is moving up north to what sounds like a wonderful opportunity helping to run a holiday resort. I hope everything goes well for her and I really do hope that we run into each other again one day. Sometimes you meet the most wonderful people in your life that you really don't want to leave. All the best Nik, I will miss you.