Hey Ethan! 👋🏽

Great video. Medically transitioning at 50 is no piece of cake, glad things went well and you have a supportive partner. You definitely went about things the right way. Cheers.

I always appreciate your videos and outlook on life. Transition is not for the weak and does seem never ending until you can finally be at peace with where you are in the process. I'm so glad the masses are benign as that can be hella scary to discover. Take care and healing vibes for your ED recovery/success.

Congrats on your ED surgery! Great to see that you are doing well. My consult with Dr. Chen is in May. Can't wait! Take care now.

Im glad you are fine ❤

Always good to hear from you.

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You look amazing ❤

I can relate to what you said about not being taken as just another guy amongst men. Feels like that with family all the time.

Love u

Hello there! I had to switch accounts, it's me, "Chrismoon" is my other account name I was using. I have autoimmune things as well, the lung problem could very well be part of that. If you still see a rheumatologist, maybe ask them if they could look into that? It could help your breathing a bit more if that's part of the issue. Listen to your sister! ☺ I just got done with an online summit from the autoimmune association, it was wonderful! They go over a bunch of stuff, have a great community, and also made me feel not so alone in dealing with these symptoms. I live in a small town in northern Minnesota where the doctor supply is meager at best. The closest specialists are about an hour's drive from me, and I can't drive. I'm 46 years old, and I know what you mean about not talking about trans things back in the day. My mom just told me I was a boy trapped in a girl's body, we didn't have the words for it. I was labeled a tomboy and such, which to me was better than being a girl until puberty hit, then it was all downhill until I found out about the things I could do to help my body match like my heart and mind. I'm attracted to feminine guys, so after my transition I either say I'm queer or gay, depending on who's asking. I'm sorry you had to go through that with your dad. When I feel suicidal, I made a pact with myself to first think back to the good things that have happened since the last time I thought about it that I would have missed out on. That usually pulls me out enough to talk about it instead of end things. It's a fine line to walk sometimes, but there are good things that happen, we have to make a point to remember them though, our brains are wired to remember the bad stuff as a survival instinct. Much internet subscriber love to Toni (I don't know how she spells her name) We all could use support like that for sure! My boyfriend asked me to hold off my transition until his mom passed away so he wouldn't have to deal with her wrath. She is very homophobic, and has told me straight out that I'm not good enough for her some and I should leave him alone if I know what's good for me. I guess he stood up for me last year (our 18 year anniversary is this month). He didn't even want to look at me for the first few years I started transitioning to male, now it's just an odd "bromance" of sorts I guess. I'ts been a rough ride for all of us for sure, but it sure is nice to live how we need and want to live after all we've been through. Thank you Ethan, much love and I hope you continue to get better breathing!

I hadn't thought about my bones being left behind but I have thought about being identified by DNA. I'm stealth (simpler to navigate life) and that has me up at nights getting outed on ancestry or some other geneaology site. Thanks for always being positive - you're appreciated!

Yes! I experience that sudden rush at the weirdest moments and it's one of the times I'm grateful it doesn't manifest physically in public. It's an eye opener for sure.

I used to think about it, but I am dead, so I don't care by then. I believe the Adam apple would not show on skeleton..

Looking good EthanJay. “Keeping it simple” sounds like a plan for me as also. Stay well

Ethan, I too was recently diagnosed with Fibromyalgia about six weeks ago. I’m so sorry about losing your four legged family member. They take a piece of us with them. ❤️

YIKES! Cipro is some terrible stuff! 😱 "We may never know" is not a good answer from a doctor. They have a way to know if they would check in on it more instead of push people to the side. I'm sorry you have autoimmune issues. I do to, and they're completely baffled every time I go in or have a new issue. I completely understand what you say about not being seen as male, I was always accepted as a tomboy, but after my transition I realized I didn't like the way some groups of guys talked. I'm in a senior/disabled community now and they're all pretty good about knowing me for who I am and not what my physical self is. I found a happy medium between both genders. I'm a sensitive guy with a sense of humor and a shoulder to lean on 🙂Not many people ask about me being trans, they knew me before and after and realized it doesn't change my heart. Going back to the same person over and over is hard to do. Same here, i was just trying to "blend in" but I was never happy with myself or how others saw me, and it took me until my 30's to realize what I was doing to myself to try to fit in with what others think I should be. Just curious, did they test you for mrsa? Hence the cipro? You don't have to answer that of course, just a thought. Carnivore diets are hard to do aren't they? I lost 40 lbs on it, but it sure got expensive! So weird! I just got t6ested for cushing's too. Negative, but still wondering what the issue is. With yogurt, the processing breaks down casein so if you have a milk allergy, it's easier to digest. (I speak from multiple allergy syndrome experience) As a side note, look up what milk has in it (If you ever want to go the gross-out route) look up pus cells per million FDA guidelines 🤢 That got me through about a year of not eating dairy! MMM skickerdoodle! 🤤 I hope your infection goes away, cipro stays in your system even after you stop taking it, might take a bit. I'll send some good healing vibes your way!

❤ happy Monday ❤

Hey man, I heard you say Dr. Chi put this pump in. Kaiser So Cal? If so, get as far away from her as you can. Go back to Dr. Chen. Dr. Chi did the same thing to my buddy. She's horrible and she doesn't care about us. Sorry to hear about all the troubles. I hope you heal up and are able to get a new device in the future.

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Just lay around it won't hurt and you'll heal faster

Your positivity is just inspiring. Hoping the healing continues to go well

Quickly recovery

Thanks for the update. Good wishes for your health in the future.

Hope your post op appt went well. Just had my stage 1 RFF 5 weeks ago. Your recovery videos have been helping me through. Thanks for sharing, Ethan!

Sorry to hear about that rough recovery with the new equipment, hope that's the worst of it and you have very good healing and extended pump life. Thank you for the updates. Your mindset when facing tough situations and choosing to make positive changes is always encouraging and helps to give me a boost when I'm feeling low. You're a swell guy and I really appreciate you. Take care.

Ethan…I enjoy the wisdom you give from your experiences.. The things you say ring so true for me, and many people regardless or orientation. Being a type 2 diabetic, I learned a lot from your approach to that as well. God Bless you man.

I’m sorry to be so inexperienced with this, but is there any pain or discomfort with your guy…ie member when you sit down and he buckles/bends?

Thanks for the update and good words!

Love your videos

I like you videos..I'm ftm 51yrs old so I understand you..

Hey Ethan, another question for ya! How did you feel the week after surgery? I’ll be in Austin and I’m curious if/how much I’ll be able to go out and walk around or if I’ll mostly be laid out in my Airbnb. Thanks!

Hi Ethan. I just recently discovered your channel and I really appreciate your wisdom and sharing your experiences. I'm in my mid 40's and am almost always the oldest person at the trans support group I attend, so it's very refreshing to hear from a more mature trans man. And btw, I would never have guessed you were 60. You look terrific!

Ethan, can’t thank you enough for taking the time to make this thoughtful and detailed video! I know talking about this is uncomfortable (I have a hard time with it as well.) But, it’s an important decision for us and having your perspective is valuable. I think for my active lifestyle and what I’m hoping for from the ED, physically and emotionally, it sounds like the pump is the way to go. Thank you again!

No one but you could Ethan make this subject so relatable and wholesome.

Hey Ethan, do you have thoughts about the pump vs rod as a guy who’s had both? If you’ve made a video about it, feel free to send me there for answers. Implant surgery coming up for me this fall, thanks.

Part 2. 😜 As a person with a Catholic upbringing I can completely relate with you on your outlook regarding the afterlife. I won’t take any more space in your comments, just know your talks are appreciated. Ride safe.

I admire your loving kindness Ethan. You have the personality of a saint. I’m sure the misgendering hurts, but the way you can rise above it is admirable.

Thank you for sharing your story. You were one of the first men I came across that transitioned and made a huge difference in how I saw myself. It's heartening to hear someone be positive and hopeful. Take care.

Wow, this was really good, packed with good points, learning curves and I would have written a mini-novel of comments on each point you made, but I was glued to how you explained everything! I thank you so much and bless your heart for this video, I don't feel so alone up here 👍🙂

How old were you when you first got phallo?

Happy Birthday Ethan Jay, and congratulations on living your authentic self. As I listen to you today, I am glad for you. Your story is so important. Hearing about your successes and triumphs gives me hope that people can have good relationships no matter who we are. We all are different,…colors, genders, yet our stories have so many similarities. It is wonderful getting to know you, and looking forward to hearing from you again. Rodney

Happy Birthday Ethan. Such a blessing to be able to reflect and how proud and thankful you must be. Have you ever interviewed your wife on your channel? Do you still go horseback riding? Take care

Thanks for sharing your story and some sage wisdom! As a younger trans man, it’s really nice to hear from someone further along in their journey. You are someone I can look up to and I hope to be in a similar place in my life, transition, and mental health when I am 60. Congrats on the 10 year manniversarry and happy birthday too!! :)

I always feel good after watching your videos. As a blond person seeing dark hair start growing on the backs of my fingers is a trip. A good one! Happy Birthday!

EthanJay, when you look in the mirror you should be proud of who you are. You’re a handsome middle aged man.

I had the surprise of my life when I went on T and started turning into a gorilla lol! I honestly never thought I would grow so much shoulder and back hair 😲 And since I started so late (late 30's) I had some of it grow in gray while my hairline receded over the past 6 or so years. I figure, it's my genetics, and I was hairy before, just fine, blond hair which turned thick and darker. I have been learning to own my look, I am who I am and I look how I look. I EARNED my gray hair, and I'm proud of it! I told my partner they were making my hair fall out lol... 2:50 So far your camera is still good from my viewpoint, I'm not watching this on a 4KUHD TV or anything though. I'm surprised when you started talking about the different hair types on each body part, I never really thought about it, but when you mention it here, mine is almost the same way. Long behind my knees (of all places 🤔) Same thing with the curly hair from straight hair too... Not to get too in depth, but my nose hair got curly too 🤫🤭 3:45 Yup! Lost my butt, gained a belly! My arms and legs really leaned out and VERY toned from walking, bicycle riding, and trying to get some chest muscles and failing but got good forearm definition! 😁 4:15 It's hard to get a good hair line in back with what I call my "backup brain battery pack" back there too. I also have a back hump due to always walking hunched over as a kid to hide my top frontal area. 5:40 I never paid attention to my nails or fingers... I'll have to look back at my old pics and see if there were any changes there. I agree about the arthritis part though. Bigger knuckles for sure. 6:55 I was SO disappointed with my voice not changing. I think because I started late as well, I wanted to get a deeper voice. I still get called Mam over the phone. I've been trying to talk deeper to train my voice, but I still squeak and giggle in the high joyous pitch when I'm happy! 7:30 Downstairs growth is average 3cm from what my endocrinologist told me. I was disappointed until I was told the "average". It's always good to ask what to expect (written for others who read these comments for learning purposes as well of course!) 8:00 Your older videos are wonderful to see, you've come a long way for sure, and I'm so happy for you and commend you for pushing though everything! I'm glad you're still here and I enjoy hearing about your experiences in life. It gives me hope that I'll find someone some day and be able to feel good about being "the new me" even though my own core self hasn't changed, just matured like you say 👍☺ I like that you being up the mental change part of this, I have been told I put up with less guff than I used to, and speak up for myself more. I don't know if it's from my therapy lessons or changes from transitioning or not though. I'm mentally stronger in some respects, and also don't have the mood swings like I used to for sure, that's been a blessing! 10:25 *AWESOME to hear you say that* 💯 I'm so glad you're still together, she loves you for YOU and that's amazing 💖💗🥰 Happy early birthday! 🥳✨🎉🎊🎁 Thank you so much for the last words of wisdom as well, you're awesome and thank you for posting this! ✌💪👋

Happy early birthday, Ethan!! I wouldn't have guessed you were nearly 60!! You look good, man. I hope you have a wonderful b-day!!

Another wholesome post! Thanks man.

Hi there buddy! Long time since your last update, glad to hear you got your house in order 😃👏👍😎 I'm glad you took a break for the summer though, everyone needs some down time to get caught up with ourselves for sure. How adorable! A she shed! 🥰✨✨✨✨✨💯