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hockeyscion asked: I'm really happy for you. I'm jealous of the courage you have for transitioning. I hope your surgery goes perfect and again, I'm just really happy for you =]
Awww, thank you! I think, the courage shindig isn’t “transitioning” per se… but, mostly realising that focusing on what I might lose by being my honest n’ genuine self is nowhere near as awesome as focusing on everything I have gained: Openness and freedom to be me! This underlying principle applies to any minority-in-the-face-of-a-biased-or-discriminatory-majority. :) Yes, lots to legitimately fear, but also much to gain.

Again, thank you. I’m indescribably excited!
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