New Shoes (Sept' Trip 2011)

Friday

 I met up with Diana and we went for a walk on along the canal. I love exploring and Manchester is a very interesting city and you never know what you are going to come across. At one point for some reason we ended up in a underground car park and nearly got lost.

Above are some pictures from our trip along the canal.

We decided to take a walk back into the city centre. I did something unusual for me. I bought a pair of ankle boots and two pairs of shoes. When I'm out I am lucky if I find one pair of shoes that I like and actually fit.

In the evening we had a quiet night out. The Village was not that busy for a Friday.

I had two days left, but Diana would be returning home in the morning. As usual time was passing to quick. 

Saturday

I met Diana for breakfast in the Retro Bar before she went home. As we were eating Emma turned up. It was good to see her as she would be soon leaving for a warmer climate for a few months.

We said goodbye to Diana and I took Emma up to Afflecks Market. I wanted to go to the Crystal Emporium stall and see what new stuff was in.

With my beliefs I love visiting it and the owner is a lovely man and we always have a good chat.

We visited a couple of other places. Emma decided she had to get back to The Village so I went into the Arndale Centre where I got some loud comments I guess that were meant to embarrass me.

I know I'll never pass, but at least I was on my own. At six foot and with my build I am in no way feminine, just a bloke in a dress. Strange thing is I very rarely wear a dress. I never  want to embarrass anyone else. I don't post on any T Forums anymore. Other girls blogs I'll read but I am now reluctant to comment. I am not the most confident person in the world and at times I wonder what I am doing. I can't be who I want to be.

I am really thankful for the friends I have they never judge and have helped me get over some big obstacles. I sincerely hope that I continue to be able to see them.

In the evening I met up with Emma again and there were quite a few other girls out for her last night out in The Village.

It was wonderful to  see Kate and Kitty again plus Mandy and Tina. We had a great night out which ended with some dancing in Naps.

With Emma in Eden

Sunday

My last day out of what had been a wonderful time out. I wonder with the way things are going how many more times I can go to Manchester and catch those brief times when I can be myself. I have my next outing planned, but for now I'll leave with a final picture outside Eden taken before I set of for my hotel and a sleep before I would set off for home the next morning.

The sign in the picture below says it all.

Love and Light

Karen

xxx

  

Top of the World (Sept' Trip 2011)

Thursday

I met up with Diana and we made our way to Oxford Road train station stopping for a coffee and breakfast on the way. We were hoping to catch the same train to Blackpool as Kate and Kitty were on.
It was my birthday I for a change had been looking forward to it.
We caught the train and did see Kate and Kitty get on, but we decided to stay in our seats as the train was a bit busy.
When we got of the train in Blackpool  we went to a bar called The Flying Handbag in the gay area for a drink.
After a drink we went down to the front where Diana and myself went up the Tower. Kate and Kitty decided to go for a walk along the Prom.
Before Diana and myself went up the Tower we saw a 3D movie about it. I had never seen a 3D film before and was impressed.
We proceeded then up the Tower. I had been inside the Tower complex many times, but never been up the Tower itself. I was having a fantastic time.
Later on after we left the Tower we met up with Kate and Kitty and went on to the Central Pier for some cake and a coffee. Then it was back to the Flying Handbag for a drink and the train back to Manchester.
Diana, Kate and Kitty had given me the most memorable birthday ever. There are real high points in your life and this was one of mine. It's taken me some time to write about this trip, because I didn't think I could do it justice and it brought tears to my eyes remembering how happy I was knowing that was a day that can never be repeated. I can't thank my friends enough.
I had 3 more days left and I'll write about them soon.
Below are some pictures I will always cherish.

Up the top of the Tower.

Outside the Winter Gardens.

Diana, Kate and myself inside the Winter Gardens.

Myself and Kate

Sitting on the floor.

Diana and myself.

Me trying to stoop to make myself seem smaller.

Looking South.

On the Prom

On the Central Pier

Back in the Flying Handbag looking at some photos of a wonderful day I'll won't forget.

I still had 3 days left and I'll write about them soon.

Thank You, Diana, Kate and Kitty for the best birthday ever.

Love and Light

xxx