Have I always been or known that I am trans, easy answer NO.
So how do I know I am trans - well from research and listening to professionals I realise that I have been trans since I was quite young but never did I associate it to gender dysphoria until probably about 2 years ago. I have always loved the female body not just in a sexual manner but because I envied there bodies. Deep inside me I craved that my body could be like theirs. I never felt comfortable being seen naked by others male or female which I thought was because I have a small cock but which in reality was because I felt/feel I am in the wrong body. All these years being in this body to realise it doesn't match with who I am. So now I am on a journey to become who I feel I should be, what I should be. I'm working on transforming my body to look more feminine. Wearing panties, bra, stockings or any other female clothing isn't because it makes me horny, its because it goes with who I am. Posting pics of myself here and saying I am trans was a big step and thanks to everyone who think my pics are sexy, it feels good to get that confirmation. Over time when I feel more comfortable with where I am at I will post more pics showing more of my body, so until then I hope you will understand. I have and do enjoy the chats I have had with people here and hope you will continue chatting with me. And don't worry I am not easily offended and will answer almost any question. If I don't feel comfortable answering a question that is all I will say, it doesn't mean you have offended me.