This story really resonated with me. As the parent of a transgender child, the feelings and uncertainty surrounding their transition in a rural Texas town are very similar. I wish the world was kinder.
Thank you for sharing! My daughter started her transition at 19. I don’t think she realized who she was at 11 but the body issues started around that time and broke my heart. We had her in therapy and I wonder if she ever had a clue then? She’s much happier now but it’s still a fragile state, she hasn’t found total peace yet due to all of the scary unknowns around her. Thank you and bless you and your family.
I'm a twin (fraternal), I'm trans and the same gender as my twin sister. While I knew transgender people existed at least since I was 12 or 13, I didn't properly understand what being trans meant until last year, at 25. I will be starting HRT soon and I'm dying to know how much I will look like my twin sister, and in what ways I will not.
I also somewhat relate, because my younger sibling is also trans. They say they're non-binary these days; I'm not doubting them, but I wonder sometimes if a lack of resources plus their neurodivergence held them back from saying they're a trans man (but this could be nothing more than my imagination, and in any case I should talk with them more about this if they'd want to). And while our mom had trouble with them, just as she said to me only a couple days ago that it'll take time for her to adjust to my new pronouns and name, she never questioned either us on what we were feeling, or why we were feeling it.
I wish every parent was at least as kind and open and full of love for their children.
Thank you for sharing your story. As an identical twin and the parent of a trans child, I can understand your perspective and it was truly a fascinating read. You have a unique experience and viewpoint-it’s so important to share our stories with the world.
Thank you for sharing. My brother and I aren't twins but we're only 2 years apart and very close. It's wonderful to hear something similar to what his perspective must've been.
I encourage anyone moved by this story to also seek out the perspectives of trans people themselves. I know our transitions affect y'all in ways you seek relate-able content for too. I'm glad pieces like this are out there, but I'd really love you to seek to understand us from our own perspectives as well.
This story really resonated with me. As the parent of a transgender child, the feelings and uncertainty surrounding their transition in a rural Texas town are very similar. I wish the world was kinder.
A beautiful story I wish more people would be understanding. In my Province in Canada is just put in laws to ban medical care for transitioning.
In my province they have very sad
This story is as beautifully written as it was and is lived.
Thank you for sharing! My daughter started her transition at 19. I don’t think she realized who she was at 11 but the body issues started around that time and broke my heart. We had her in therapy and I wonder if she ever had a clue then? She’s much happier now but it’s still a fragile state, she hasn’t found total peace yet due to all of the scary unknowns around her. Thank you and bless you and your family.
Beautiful. 🥲💜
That's a beautiful story. Thanks for sharing it.
I'm a twin (fraternal), I'm trans and the same gender as my twin sister. While I knew transgender people existed at least since I was 12 or 13, I didn't properly understand what being trans meant until last year, at 25. I will be starting HRT soon and I'm dying to know how much I will look like my twin sister, and in what ways I will not.
I also somewhat relate, because my younger sibling is also trans. They say they're non-binary these days; I'm not doubting them, but I wonder sometimes if a lack of resources plus their neurodivergence held them back from saying they're a trans man (but this could be nothing more than my imagination, and in any case I should talk with them more about this if they'd want to). And while our mom had trouble with them, just as she said to me only a couple days ago that it'll take time for her to adjust to my new pronouns and name, she never questioned either us on what we were feeling, or why we were feeling it.
I wish every parent was at least as kind and open and full of love for their children.
Thank you for sharing your story. As an identical twin and the parent of a trans child, I can understand your perspective and it was truly a fascinating read. You have a unique experience and viewpoint-it’s so important to share our stories with the world.
Thank you for sharing. My brother and I aren't twins but we're only 2 years apart and very close. It's wonderful to hear something similar to what his perspective must've been.
I encourage anyone moved by this story to also seek out the perspectives of trans people themselves. I know our transitions affect y'all in ways you seek relate-able content for too. I'm glad pieces like this are out there, but I'd really love you to seek to understand us from our own perspectives as well.