Five years ago today my AFAB child went hard core in dressing as me for Halloween. This was their makeup test day. I was shocked when a few months later they came out to us. I am not a smart man.

But now when people find out I have three kids and ask their genders I get to say one of each and then delight in their facial expressions.

  • @MisterMcBolt
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    559 months ago

    You sound like a wonderful father!

      • @[email protected]
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        229 months ago

        The “I’m not a smart man” sent me 😂

        I’m glad you are capable of recognizing it and changing!

        • @BallShapedManOP
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          169 months ago

          Initially it was a sharp learning curve and far more rewarding than it’s been hard.

          • UnlimitedRumination [he/him]
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            159 months ago

            Yes, this is what makes you sound like a wonderful father. That you didn’t see it as even optional. None of us are experts on things we haven’t experienced before 😊

            • @BallShapedManOP
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              189 months ago

              But gosh sometimes I wish I was lol.

              And to be fair the first night they asked to be called a new name I told my wife in bed no way in hell. The next morning I realized I was an idiot and told my wife we’ll support our kid no matter what and I’ll start using the name right away. So I did have my moment of not sure brightness.

              • AWildMimicAppears
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                189 months ago

                You are clearly underestimating your smarts - too many people stick with their first reaction and don’t reexamine their feelings and position on issues. Your family is lucky to have you.

                • @BallShapedManOP
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                  109 months ago

                  With the holidays coming up I’ll be sure to remind them as they select my Christmas gifts 😂

                  And thank you!

  • Patapon Enjoyer
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    9 months ago

    I thought this was a after/before picture for a moment so fantastic work on that makeup.

    • @BallShapedManOP
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      289 months ago

      Yes, that’s it. I know how to shave 27 years of age with makeup. I was feeling cute, might delete later 🤣

      • sharpiemarker
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        89 months ago

        I know how to shave 27 years of age with makeup.

        You’re sitting on a gold mine!

    • @BallShapedManOP
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      119 months ago

      Lol! My favorite revelation was when I found out I was now invisible. My kids expression turned when I told them it’s because I’m trans-parent!

  • Franzia
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    89 months ago

    This is so wholesome 😂 I’m happy for you and your family, OP.