Comments for Today You Are You: Understanding Truth & Gender Diversity

Comment on A Haircut For Hermione by TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:23:06 +0000

Thanks, Kenneth.

Comment on Naming Fear by TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:22:54 +0000

I appreciate your thoughts, Adam, but clearly you did not understand my concern. If you have any read any of my blog posts over the 6 years since my daughter’s transition, one would understand that I do not think there is anything wrong with being trans, and I certainly don’t think it is “better” to be cis, whatever “better” might mean from your comment. I’ve spent the majority of my life as a parent fighting tirelessly for my daughter’s rights.

My concern was that I was making a choice that should be hers. I’ve always listened to my child, and followed her lead. I will continue to follow that path.

Comment on Naming Fear by Adam

Adam — Sat, 04 May 2013 02:21:18 +0000

Jen, has Hope gotten her name changed yet? I hope so. I appreciate your honesty; it seems clear that your concerns were rooted in, well, the idea that there’s something wrong with being trans and that it’s better to be cis. So I appreciate your working through those internalized beliefs to do what is best for your daughter. Also, you can get her a full-validity female passport with just a letter from a doctor. Then you can use that passport to get her a female state ID (no need to show the birth certificate).

Comment on A Haircut For Hermione by Kenneth

Kenneth — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 22:07:57 +0000

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Comment on Books by TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:22:48 +0000

Dear Andreia,

Thank you for your touching message. I started crying reading it; I am so happy. I’m continually inspired by the immense courage our children possess and the beautiful light they shine in the world. I’m so glad that I could help in some way to celebrate Mia. Please give her my very best.

Take a moment to be proud of yourself, too. You helped make this child whole, and she will be forever changed for that. Good job, Andreia.

My Best,

Jen

Comment on So Much More by Nikola Kovacs

Nikola Kovacs — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:29:38 +0000

I only discovered your blog at the beginning of 2013 Jen, and went straight back to the beginning to start reading thoroughly and am now up to here.

I’ve wanted to comment on many posts but figured they were too long-ago to bother you with, but having read this one … Wow! Stop me from responding!

“I just want the courage to talk with her… and tell her that she hurt me.”

“I want an apology, Mom, not some toy.”

“I’m worth more than that, Mom,”

As Carroll says, it’s taken me 47 years to get to the point where I can boast the kind of resolve that Hope obviously at her tender-young-age. Indeed, as Katie says too, trans people are usually wise beyond their years, but most of us achieve that later in life having not had the love, support and understanding that Hope can attest to from her wonderful parents and her fabulous brother Will.

You are amazing people Jen, love and best wishes from Australia!

Comment on Books by Andreia

Andreia — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:29:46 +0000

I always new my son was different from the other boys. He even told me he felt like a girl and all I could think was that he was probably gay. But when he was in kindergarten, his teacher notice something special about him and shared with me. His Bday was coming up and your book was her gift to him. Inside the cover she wrote “Dear Nick, It has been a gift to be your teacher. I love everything about yu and I think you are perfect just as you are. I am always here for you and hope you know how brave I think you are. I will miss you tons!!! Love Ms Maynard.” Since then, I started looking for professional help to understand.A year later, Nicholas became Mia transitioning socially. She is happy and going great. I just wanted to thank you for this book that was the missing piece in our puzzle. Best wishes
Andreia DaSilva

Comment on Naming Fear by TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:01:12 +0000

Thanks, Pam. I recommend that you connect with TYFA (imatyfa.org) for more resources and support. They are wonderful with school as well. Best wishes to you, and keep in touch. Best, Jen

Comment on Naming Fear by Pam

Pam — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:38:09 +0000

So glad to find your website. My youngest (8) has just announced is new boy name and identity at school and to the world in general. Glad there are some trailblazers out there. This is all so difficult in so many ways.

Comment on Naming Fear by TodayYouAreYou

TodayYouAreYou — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 19:08:32 +0000

Hi Sandy, I remember my own siblings saying the same things. I love how you said, “Every child deserves to be loved and understood.” Adults, too! Thanks.