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Dr Ray Lightbown's avatar

I only heard of Pee Wee when the "scandal" of gay adult theater broke. I never saw his act. I was pleased to watch "The Queen" for the first time today. I have no strong feelings about drag. When working with trans patients, I went with one of them to a cosmetic artist and became fascinated with how much could be achieved with make-up - total transformations in many cases. I took an interest in theatrical make-up for my involvement in amateur drama groups. Apart from two visits to The Rocky Horror Show, I only wore drag and make-up once when I was 70 to portray a rich attractive elderly woman. I have amazed much younger straight men when turning them into beautiful and convincing young women. (I am amused that so many men can be turned on by fondling fake tits on their own chests). Many people are much more androgynous than they realise and subtle but expert make-up is dramatically effective.

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Clint Collide's avatar

Ray, I truly wish I could sit and have some tea while you share your experiences and points of view. Love it…thank you!

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Dr Ray Lightbown's avatar

About 36 years ago, I vowed to never return to the US of A. I have reinforced that decision over the past years. You could come to Thailand. We could meet somewhere mutually convenient in the world, I guess. However, although I like visiting places and people, I am becoming increasingly reluctant to journying and find it quite aversive.

Or, we have the video chat which you once suggested.

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