My first official “vlog” (video web log). This was originally recorded on September 12, 2009, but it took a while to find the time to polish it up with some titles and music, and post it online.
Ever wonder what my femme-voice sounds like? Well, it ain’t very convincing. Not yet, anyway. But I’m working on improving it and practicing voice feminization techniques. I’ve got a long way to go in the voice department, but I don’t think you’ll find it too distracting.
In vlog episode 1, I discuss:
- My feminine voice (a work-in-progress).
- A failed outing (all dressed up with no place to go).
- Why I often record phone-videos in my bathroom.
- How people reacted to seeing me en femme at my high school class reunion.
- The fact that I don’t pass (in person) and why that can cause complications when venturing out in public en femme.
- My striped mini dress and outfit, head to heels.
My apologies for the poor video quality. After returning home from a failed outing, I wanted to capture a quick video of my thoughts. My phone was the most convenient video capture device handy – nothing to set up, no lighting to play with, etc. As with other phone-videos, this one was captured in (of all places) my bathroom. Want to know why I often record phone-videos in the bathroom? Well, it’s certainly not because of the scenery! lol I explain in the video.
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Tags: crossdressing, passing, video, vlog, voice feminization, youtube
By GinaV on Oct 2, 2009 | Reply
Great vid, hon! You were very brave to attend H.S. reunion en femme and deserve mucho kudos! Your voice is great too, and demonstrates your commitment to achieving all you can in your “T” pursuits. Luv your blog as always.
GinaV
By Gabrielle on Oct 2, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, Gina! :) Yeah, attending my class reunion en femme was a big step for me and I learned a lot in doing so. Got a long way to go on the voice, but I’m working on it and (like I said about 10 times in the video lol), I’m a work-in-progress. I want to be the best “t” that I can be, and encourage others to do so as well. :)
By Sara on Oct 2, 2009 | Reply
Great vlog Gabrielle! I’m glad you’re growing from the experiences at your reunion; you’re so brave for going enfemme, I don’t think I would ever have the nerve to do it.
Keep up the good work, I always enjoy reading what you write here.
BTW- I wouldn’t worry too much about your voice, you sound incredibily similar to my neighbor and she’s definitely not an old woman, in her 40′s if that.
~Sara
By Gabrielle on Oct 2, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, Sara! :) Going to a class reunion en femme isn’t something I would recommend unless one is fairly experienced being out and mingling with others like that (which I was definitely not), but I’m glad I did it. Sometimes I like to learn things the hard way. I’m glad you didn’t think my voice was too bad. :) It will get better though, or so I’m working on it…
By Lynn Jones on Oct 6, 2009 | Reply
It’s one thing to read another’s words, but it’s quite another to hear them talk *and* see how they talk. Brave stuff.
Cute top BTW. :)
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Did I say ‘top’? Ooops, I meant to say dress. Sorry. My brain’s not with it at the mo :)
By Gabrielle on Oct 6, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, Lynn. :) Yes, “brave” is a good word. I’m still a bit shy (perhaps embarrassed) about my femme-voice, but trying to overcome it. If I wait until I’ve got the voice and personality down, I’ll never be ready to “talk”, so to say. I’m growing, evolving, and improving myself. How I carry myself and “talk” in the future will be more polished than it was at the time of recording. Why not let people witness my personal growth to show them it don’t happen overnight. ;)
And thanks for the compliment on the top and dress. I was wearing a black top over the striped dress. :)
By Erin on Oct 8, 2009 | Reply
I love the video and your voice is just fine…we are our own worst critics at times though. You looked great and have a wonderful smile.
Good job on the vid! Thanks for posting.
By Gabrielle on Oct 9, 2009 | Reply
Thank, Erin. :) You’re right about being critical of ourselves. I think it’s good to set personal goals high though. So glad you enjoyed the video! :)
By Scarlet on Nov 1, 2009 | Reply
Yeah don’t be so hard on yourself. It was neat to hear your voice. It will get better with time. Are your eyes actually that green? They looked awesome and your smile is simply to die for. You look great girl. Hugs Scarlet.
By Gabrielle on Nov 1, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, Scarlet. :) I didn’t realize that I kept apologizing for my not-so-convincing femme-voice until after reviewing the video. lol I’m obviously a little self-conscious about that, but working on improving it. My eyes are more blue/gray than green… it kind of depends on how the light hits them. It was shot with a low-end phone so the colors captured are not entirely accurate. Higher quality close-up stills represent my eye color a little more faithfully.
By Milo on Nov 16, 2009 | Reply
Hello there,
You certzinly don’t look like and old lady and your voice sounded good to me. Keep up teh great work. Best wishes to you in whatever you endeavor.
By Gabrielle on Nov 16, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, Milo, and will do. :)