[Allyson]

I had a boss once who used to say "If you have a problem that you can solve with money, you don't really have a problem", by which he meant that real problems cannot be solved with money.  So, sounds like you have the hard part- approval, or at least acceptance, or perhaps tolerance?  Now, you just have to come up with the cash.  $40 and hour sounds pretty reasonable these days.  Go slow on your face- you only get one, and you don't want it scarred.  I did laser first, and then followed up with electrolysis to get the stragglers.  It was a long process, but the sooner you can start, the better.  Other areas, while vexing, can wait.  Having no facial hair makes passing so much easier- and makes you look younger as a side benefit.

Good luck Janet!  I am so happy for you.