Comments on: Seeking Balance

By: TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:19:46 +0000

Really true Cheryl. How do you see this information impacting change? How should people share their stories? Thanks, Jen

By: Cheryl Cristello

Cheryl Cristello — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:21:19 +0000

I have just returned from Washington DC and participating in NCTE’s Lobby day. The consistent message which we heard from senators and representatives was that they need to hear personal stories as to why the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, ENDA, is so important.
It would be a very powerful story if parents, all parents, would share their hopes and dreams for their children including those who my be trangendered.

By: TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:40:37 +0000

Thanks Lee! We have the book 10,000 Dresses but we’re not fans really. I am not sure if you’d read the story but the child’s parents and brother basically say “Get out of here and leave me alone” when she shares she is actually a girl. The child turns to a stranger and goes into their house (without her parents approval). I strongly feel that this opens a child that is already quite vulnerable into the arms of a predator. When I read it to my kids they asked me why parents would ever be so mean to their kids. We had a long conversation. And then they asked why Bailey went into a stranger’s house. Long conversation again. This is one of the reasons I am writing a book and have already finished a children’s book that is being published. We need positive messages out there. No, not everyone understands but there ARE parents and siblings that support and love their children no matter what. We need those stories out there.

Thanks again for sharing & look forward to talking with you again- Jen

By: Lee Wind

Lee Wind — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:28:10 +0000

What a beautiful story you are sharing of your lives. It is brave and wonderful of you, and will help change the world for the better – the world our children will grow up in, and make their own.
With so much respect,
Namaste,
Lee
ps – do you know the picture book 10,000 dresses? It has a transgender boy-to-girl character and it’s lovely. Here’s a link:
http://www.leewind.org/2009/05/10000-dresses.html

By: TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 13:07:13 +0000

I am so glad we connected JD. I hope you find what you are looking for & stay in touch. Best wishes- Jen

By: J.D Lewis

J.D Lewis — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:57:42 +0000

I stumbled across your blog after googling “I’m not calm, I’m panic in stealth,”. I’m not sure this blog is related to that at all but I’m thankful it linked me here. Your daughter is truly blessed to have such wonderful, supportive parents, and such a lovely little brother.

I wish you all the best, and keep on blogging! — J.D

By: TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:28:43 +0000

Dana- Your site is great! Telling our stories is what it is all about. When people start to see that we are all just parents and that our kids are just kids, the perceived stigma of transgender will start to dissolve. If people hear our stories their hearts will open along with their minds. I believe this with every fiber of my being. Thank you for sharing it with us. And I will keep your blog on my radar.

Best- Jen

By: TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:58:08 +0000

Thank you Meg!! That made my day. We’ve been getting such wonderful feedback and comments from readers. I appreciate your kind thoughts & wish you the best with your new little one. Congratulations! Jen

By: Meg

Meg — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 05:01:43 +0000

I can’t quite remember how I stumbled onto your site but I have been following it for a few months now. I was really happy to see you opened up comments on your posts (unless they were always allowed and I just didn’t realize!) so I could tell you what an amazing woman you are. My first child is only three months old and I can only hope I am as graceful, giving and understanding to my children towards whatever life puts in front of us. You are a fantastic role-model to us all!

By: dstevens11

dstevens11 — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 02:40:20 +0000

Hi Jen – Just recently started reading your blog, god bless you for all the love you are bringing to your children and your family. As a mother of an older 15 year old GID daughter (Jamie), I can relate to all the things you are going thru. It’s been a whirlwind for our family the last few years. As you state in your blog today, I am searching for the same balance with my family. Sometimes it is achieved, sometimes not, but I try to keep pluggin along, and do what’s best for all of my children. I also have a 14 year old boy at home, and a younger 11 year daughter, and also divorced. So it’s real hectic, as I know you know firsthand. My therapist has been encouraging me to start a blog, and you have inspired me to start putting my thoughts down. The following is a link to my new blog. I am technically challenged, so hope I did it correctly. http://dstevens11.wordpress.com/. God bless you and your family, keep up your positive energy, it help us all. Love – Dana