Why We Transition
July 7, 2020
Few people understand why we transition or what it means to us. It is about clothing and makeup. We transition in order to preserve ourselves and to connect ourselves to humanity.
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Topic: Gender
A Dictionary of Gender
March 29, 2017
A topically arranged guide to common (and sometimes controversial) terms.
I am STILL Not Cait
March 7, 2016
Season Two of I am Cait is an improvement on Season One, but it is hardly adequate. Caitlyn Jenner is neither an effective educator nor ambassador.
I am NOT Cait!
March 5, 2016
Caitlyn Jenner’s announcement that she would like to be the trans ambassador to the President – to Ted Cruz of all people – absolutely nauseates me. Ms. Jenner has repeatedly exposed both her ignorance and her privilege.
Identity Wars, Part 1: Getting Past Passing
February 25, 2016
When I transitioned, I quickly learned that, when people tried to define me, they really defined themselves.
Transgender Soup for the Soul
October 10, 2015
I wrote this after emerging from the most vulnerable period in my life. It is a letter to my younger self. I was probably channeling Polonius, who counseled his son, Laertes: “And these few precepts in thy memory see thou character.” …
Resources for Those Seeking Information and Support Regarding Gender
September 29, 2015
A list of organizations and resources that I have found particularly useful. Includes: Home, School & Family | Support for Significant Others | Legal Resources | Support for those Transitioning | Online Communities | Supportive Religious Resources | Gender Newsfeeds
Resources for Getting to Know Us as People
September 29, 2015
Science, religion and social commentary offer useful lenses for understanding transsexuality. But they are no substitute for getting to know the people themselves. In fact, I think that they often get in the way. Fortunately, there are a lot of resources becoming available that vividly portray transgender lives. Here are a few that I have found particularly helpful.
4 Things You Should Know About Transsexuality
September 11, 2015
I worry that we sometimes make gender too complicated. I don’t need to understand someone’s religion in order to respect their right to have one. If you’re not curious about gender but want to be respectful, here are four simple things that will get you by.
Psst! Take This Test: You Might Be a Transsexual
September 11, 2015
This “test” makes a serious point with a little mischievous humor. Transition is, in fact, a very personalized journey. Not all female transsexuals undergo everything listed here. The factors listed below are common to many transitions but are far from universal. With apologies to Jeff Foxworthy.