I read TG stories because they affirm my belief that there are a lot of people in the world who think somewhat like I do. I feel threatened by what I see as a less than compassionate attitude expressed by many in RL. The more I believe there are millions of TG people, the less I fear my own reality.

So why do I come to Big Closet for TG literature?

Years ago, before Al Gore created the internet, I would have to go to an adult book store to purchase TG stories. In those days you had to run a gauntlet of streetwalkers and hustlers, and then hold your nose against the strong ammonia smell that they used to swab out the booths. It was also quite expensive to purchase the extremely spotty writing.

Then I found Sandy Thomas’ pink books. To protect my closeted existence, I rented a post office box under a business name. Sandy’s books are okay, but the writing isn’t as good as many of the writers here, and between the PO Box and the cost of the books I was spending $750 to $1,000 a year.

In the 1990’s I found the transformation bulletin boards, which were quite limited in their content. After that I found various online TG sites. Big Closet soon became my favorite in that the writing was by far superior to other sites, and I didn’t feel like I needed a bath after sifting through the XXX and I stories to find something I wanted to read.

Beyond that, Big Closet offers a positive communal atmosphere. Erin has done a wonderful job establishing boundaries and promoting congeniality.

So . . . why am I writing this blog?

I gladly send Erin donations every month or so that I think equal the value I get from this site. My donations aren’t huge, but if they were matched by everyone else using this site, Erin would not have a problem meeting her monthly goals.

I realize a lot of people have almost no discretionary income. There have been times I’ve been tempted to suggest to Erin that she charge her users, but I know that goes against her grain and most community members who can’t afford a donation make up for it in other supportive ways.

I just wish Erin didn’t have to beg every month.

1.) She provides a very necessary service.
2.) She obviously works to make it as good as possible.
3.) BC does have a value for the user that should be reflected in a willingness to donate, according to ability.