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At 25 Years I Decided To Become A Female And It Was The Best Decision I’ve Ever Made
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At 25 Years I Decided To Become A Female And It Was The Best Decision I’ve Ever Made

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I’ve never imagined I’d go through the transition. I was 20 when I came out to my best friend and I just remember crying because I felt like it was too late, and the thought of being nonpassable in a small Texas town just wasn’t the route I wanted to take.

Every day kept getting harder, eventually, I took the leap at 25 and it was the best decision I’ve ever made! I never thought I could live my life… I continuously held myself back but I’ve learned anything is possible if you want it enough! I was able to adopt my 3 beautiful nieces and we’re on our way to living out the best life we can!

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I’ve never imagined I’d go through the transition

Me at the age of 20.

I was 20 when I came out to my best friend and I just remember crying because I felt like it was too late

Every day kept getting harder, eventually, I took the leap at 25

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I never thought I could live my life…

I continuously held myself back but I’ve learned anything is possible if you want it enough

It was the best decision I’ve ever made!

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I was also able to adopt my 3 beautiful nieces

Christmas a while ago.

We’re on our way to living out the best life we can!

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robbie2499
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know for sure how I feel about the whole transgender issue. What I do know, for sure, is when I read and see the love, beauty and caring such as your story, it makes me feel so happy for you! Maybe some things shouldn't be an "issue". Such as "baby steps," one person at a time helps me understand.

Felicia Dale
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw! I'm so pleased for you and for your nieces! We need more people being true to themselves in the world. Thank you!

Linda Hartlรฉn
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Welcome to finally being yourself. Don't let all the hate out there tear you down.

Sarah
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you so much for being you. The world needs it. It is truly brave that you're posting this now-- the past few days of news have left many people afraid, but you keep shining on.

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for the message I've been like this for a long time I do want to be a girl

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Brigit
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

amazing! good luck! your nieces are lucky to have you

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The comments are very beautiful what you know that I feel very pretty โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ

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Elizabeth Molloy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are beautiful! Those three girls are so lucky to have you. Bless you all xxx

asf
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please be aware: There are some very hateful Anti-LGTB top commenters on this site that come from an alt-right background. Be sceptical when people post rants or external links. Spread love, not hate.

M O'Connell
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where did that long post of transpeople before-and-after from Monday go? I love posts like that, where people can be so confident to be themselves.

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Rachel Evans
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations on finding yourself! You are a beautiful person inside and out.

TC
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You transgender people look beautiful after the change. I wonder wether a calm mind helps for that. "Mens sana in corpore sano"

Jade
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is lovely. And glad you are giving your nieces a good life.

Kipper Mcgee
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Utterly amazing. Your eyes have changed. I can see that you are very happy.

Phemonoe 153
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a beautiful story and you are lovely in all possible ways. Thank you for sharing this, I hope you and your daughters have many happy times together!

Brady Sullivan
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still can't believe those old photos are of the same person. So happy that she finally found the courage to show the outside world the beautiful women they had been hiding for so long.

navy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aha! I'm the 100th comment! You are amazingly charismatic for being yourself. Send your love and support!

Katrin Richter
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You looked stunning as man as well, but your eyes seemed so sad.The look on your face on the mirror selfie just says: Oh yes, this is me! Only imagining you struggling with yourself, besides adopting three! young girls is amazing! Love it and you are a perfect rolemodel to your kids!

Elina Kuusisto
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful! Congratulations, and good luck for the future! You are a beautiful family <3

Ashley Wells
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

really beautiful family congratulations. You look genuinely happy as a woman and it looks stunning on you.

Aubrie Allen
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Be true to yourself and do what makes you happy!!! Ignore the insecure douchebags, and continue being your kick a*s self!!!

Ben Smith
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Live the life you want and be happy. Who cares what other people think.

Joss T.M.
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You were beautiful and now you still look beautiful. Bless you and also I'm happy that you could adopt your nieces. You're an amazing person :)

n.
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you are gorgeous and amazing and such inspiration to everyone, good luck in future life!

Pickles Driver
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Get it girl!! You are an amazing human for raising those young ladies!

Kim Lorton
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think, you are such a beautiful young woman, and adopting your three nieces shows the beauty of your heart and soul! I believe there are no accidents. You spent the first part of your life, male, to learn, and you made the leap! Now, You will. Speennndddd. Thee rest of. Your life female, and your heart no soul are complete, along with your new daughters./ nieces. I believe, when you know in your heart, something isn't right, you need to make it right. And you did this! Not an accident! Be proud you did what you needed to do, to become your whole self, and then help your nieces learn the same. Dreams are not just for wishing. Dreams are goals, and if you want them to come true, you find a way, to make them come true. Maybe what you learned, will help one or all of your nieces overcome something big. And you will have the right words, to help them. So, don't forget to thank the boy who was, for the woman, you are! Because both are beautiful, in the eyes of God.

Danny Benitez
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kudos on finding you. That's insane but even crazier is taking care of those little girls. Good job!

Marceline
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow!! Good for you that you live the life you chose and dreamed! You are so pretty and your nieces couldn't have a better role model! Very proud of you!

Dayna Robinson
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are an amazing, brave and beautiful woman! Oh and by the way...love the Audrey tattoo (huge fan of hers over here)!

Cassiel Magem
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, anything is possible if you want it enough, live in a country where this kind of treatment exist, have supporting family and friends..

AmStick
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's fantastic! You go girl! You do what you feel is best for you and props on taking those babies in and vein all you can for them!

Romi Love
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations!! For how brave and gorgeous you are inside and out and for your equally beautiful family, lots of love!!!

Lori Wyndham
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even if you didn't look feminine you would still be beautiful and worthy of respect. Your little girls look so happy and well cared for too. What a beautiful family.

Allana Rose
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I too am on the fence with this "issue" but when I see stories like this and see how happy everyone seems to be at the end of it all, perhaps there really is such a thing as being born into the wrong body. Who knows why? Maybe it's a chemical imbalance or hormone thing. All I do know it is not up to me to judge.

Panpan
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a wonderful story. I hope you and your nieces have the sunniest of days ๐Ÿค—๐Ÿค—

Samantha Becker
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations on finally getting to be your true self. You are a beautiful young woman and I wish you and your girls the very best of luck.

ispeak catanese
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Patricia, you are lovely either way, good luck to you and your girls! I wish you happiness!

Maritsik Crabtree
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like on the previous transgender post I mentioned,I'll say it again, you look like you were supposed to be a girl from the start, as in your face is very feminine and it just looks like you were born into the wrong body! Happy that you got there courage to live your life and Good Luck and much love to all of you!

Momogi
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To see how beautiful you are as a person I hope you have a wonderful life

Merrill Ferguson
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are so beautiful transitioned. Congrats to you for taking these steps in becoming your most authentic and true self

Sophie McCarthy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are so beautiful!!! Well done for having the courage to be your true self, you are incredibly strong and brave and I, along with many others, support you! โค

KK
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess it's harder to say to an actual living person that you think their identity is invalid, than a post with drawn characters. A ton of hate on this site. Sad.

KK
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Paranoidandroid Cool to see you back :D. What exactly strikes you as pseudo-science about transsexuality btw? I can try to answer questions if you have them.

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Thandei T
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's good this person is happy, but I wish transwomen would stop saying they 'became female'. You transitioned to being a transwomen, but you can't change your biological sex.

Roshan Verghese
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is up to an individual as to what gender they want to be identified with. it is not up to the society. You Go Girl, Go!! Stand Proud!!

Liliana Marsh
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You look happy, fetching, and serene as a lady. Your nieces are very lucky to have a mom like you. Live your best life! I wish you well.

MyBunniesAndMe
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You look so amazing! I would never think you were previously male. You go girl!

Friedlander Rosenzweig
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ’‹โ€๐Ÿ‘ฉ! ๐ŸŒน๐Ÿฅ€๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒผ๐Ÿ’๐ŸŒท

Paul Morel
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi, you are a beautiful woman with a cool family. Wish I was a part of it.

Jim Konopliski
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You look really good, I realize appearance is not everything, but I think if you look good, period, or as whatever sex you are/ choose, you are ahead of the game, and you certainly look wonderful as a woman and I can understand why you must now feel so happy, being who you want to be, and looking good at it as well, best to you!

April Smith
Community Member
5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm ready to change now with my life a boy I don't feel no more inside of me I feel like a girl I'm happy now I really want to be a woman

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've been finding it for a long time because my mom would dress me up like a little girl and I liked it my first bra was I was 13 years old

Skelim anter
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

inspirational to never give up and be the girl I always wanted

Adam D
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

@novacash. Ad hominem attacks..really? That's all you have? Your responses in the comments make you no better than those you argue against.

Phillip Moderow
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And when you grow tired of "that", are you going to try chimpanzee ? Grow where you're planted.

Brett Gieger
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just curious, why is it that if some don't agree with the LGBT way of life and state their differing point of view is it right away considered hate? Why does everyone HAVE to agree. So if someone has a more conservative view so be it.

asf
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From a pragmatic point of view, you don't have to celebrate every LGTB person but being disrespectful of someone's gender is simply not polite. Also from a pragmatic view transgenderism is completely accepted by medical professionals, it's not controversial. There are a lot of misconceptions in the more critical comments that just show a lack of knowledge. The worst are in my opinion people full blown advocating against gender reassignment surgery. That is like advocating against a necessary medical procedure. One that has been in place since decades, shown to be effective.

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Luca
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is from an individual poster. Bored Panda didn't do anything except keeping it here.

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Jo Worthy
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7 years ago

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Yeah, you look way better with makeup! May all your endeavors and ventures be as successful as going from a duckling to a swan.

Robert Pyszk
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7 years ago

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I guess when your mentally f'd up in the head this is what you do

Robert P
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7 years ago

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awww what's the matter 3 people who gave me a thumbs down. Can't take truth? Can't face reality?

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josh
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7 years ago

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I am probably asking for some bashing by posting this, it really saddens me to see this happen. It really does because this is so wrong. The worst part is that we don't see that we are just used as p**n in the game the of the enemy (the devil) who is trying to run the perfect children of God. He is causing such confusion and it seems like he is winning as this transgender issue is gaining a lot of support, it is becoming a new normal. This just really hurts, it is not right. I know I will be called all kinds of terrible things for this post because this is a sensitive issue to many and because I say that the people who undergo gender transformation are under the influence of the enemy. I am sorry to those who will be offended or disturbed by my comment, I meant no harm. I just hate what is happening in the world

M O'Connell
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Anybody who refers to a gender, a sexuality, an ethnic group, or a religion as the 'p**n of the devil' needs to sit down, take a deep breath, and re-evaluate their worldview. Josh, who is really causing trouble in the world? Is it people who know deep down in their hearts that something is wrong with how they came out, who struggle for years those thoughts, and then manage to work up the will to go through the trauma of changing genders only to come out as a much happier and better-adjusted human being? Or is it the people who bash on them and apply nonsensical religious rhetoric to what is ultimately a medical and psychological issue? Can we at least agree that the bible is of little value a reference text for the doctor, or the psychologist?

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Vaska X Tumir MA
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7 years ago

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You've achieved some considerable success at impersonating a pretty woman. But don't delude yourself: every cell in your body is DNA coded for the actual, biological sex you are, so no matter what you do and how hard you may try, you will never be a female no more than you can be a fish, say.

Nova Cash
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dam I bleach my hair blonde, but brunette is my DNA. Meh, I'm still going to pretend to be a blonde.

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Tyler Duffy
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7 years ago

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See @Anne-Louise Douglas you're comments lack substance and facts. Did I say he lacks courage?No. From a scientific standpoint a man can't because a woman or vice versa. You can change you're appearance but not your DNA. You can take hormones but you can't change what you are. And at no point did I say he was a less of a person. And at no point did you even address a single issue I brought up. Likely due to the fact you have been programed not to ask or answer the tough questions in a pathetic desire to avoid be called a bigot. So pick up your mic and at least make an effort to actually address the facts and issues I brought up. Good luck.

Rosa Darkwood
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did you know (you probably didn't) that scientists studied lots of ppls brain chemistry and they found that trans ppl had the same brain che

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Sharon Halfhill
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7 years ago

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You're still a male. Hair extensions or not. The fact that people think eyeliner and hair extensions makes you "female" is misogynistic AF.

Tyler Duffy
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7 years ago

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Oh that sucks, you lack the ability to formulate a valid response to a well delivered post that brings up legitimate questions about your own views. You should probably reconsider your views if you can't adequately defend them. Drop mic... :)

Tyler Duffy
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@kk @asf what up snowflakes. I see your using words you don't understand the meaning of again. Alt - right has nothing to do with views on race and gender. It is basically a libertarian wing of the right that is anti globalization, but I don't expect you to know that considering you don't even know what Transgender technically is as you type away at a post promoting it. Transgender is very specific to people who are hermaphroditic and at birth the doctors and family make a choice on what the sex of the child will be and the choice they make turns out to be the wrong one. Anything else isn't Transgender, you can b***h and moan all you want but that's fact so....so it doesn't matter. People need to stop promoting this nonsense. Everyone screaming for people to just accept so called "Transgender " needs to stop , set their liberal bias aside and consider the consequences of this policy. What about you're little brother or sun who loses his virginity to the love of his life Sarah, only to find out a few days,weeks,months later that this time last year Sarah was Sam. What do you think that will do to him psychologically? He will likely bash Sarah's head in with a baseball bat. Or possibly blow his own head off because his frail little mind can't coup with the fact that he blew his first load off in a guy not Sarah. Because at the end of the day it's a guy, no matter what. You can put feathers in your hair but you're not a bird. You folks really ok with me getting my d**k clipped and tucked in and following your little sister or daughter to the bathroom at the pool like all is well, yea I'm so trustworthy blaaaaaa. Lots look at this even further, in 10 years when science can put a womb in Sam/Sarah is that ok? Can he get an abortion? The moment you cross this line you got a big problem because for decades men have set on the sidelines for this conversation. But the moment a guy can have have a kid men will join the conversation and tell you killing babies isn't ok. This s**t will happen, especially the guy's unknowingly f*****g a guy. People lie to get laid all the time.

Nova Cash
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If somebody doesn't answer straight away, it's not a 'victory' or 'mic drop'. They just aren't sitting around waiting on your every word!

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Vaska X Tumir MA
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What you have achieved is some success at impersonating a woman. Every cell in your body is DNA coded for your actual, biological sex, so don't delude yourself: no matter what you do, you'll never be female any more than you can be a bird, say.

Nova Cash
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What's ironic is you seem to look so much like a man. I sense some jealousy!

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robbie2499
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know for sure how I feel about the whole transgender issue. What I do know, for sure, is when I read and see the love, beauty and caring such as your story, it makes me feel so happy for you! Maybe some things shouldn't be an "issue". Such as "baby steps," one person at a time helps me understand.

Felicia Dale
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw! I'm so pleased for you and for your nieces! We need more people being true to themselves in the world. Thank you!

Linda Hartlรฉn
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Welcome to finally being yourself. Don't let all the hate out there tear you down.

Sarah
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you so much for being you. The world needs it. It is truly brave that you're posting this now-- the past few days of news have left many people afraid, but you keep shining on.

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for the message I've been like this for a long time I do want to be a girl

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Brigit
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

amazing! good luck! your nieces are lucky to have you

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The comments are very beautiful what you know that I feel very pretty โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ

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Elizabeth Molloy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are beautiful! Those three girls are so lucky to have you. Bless you all xxx

asf
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please be aware: There are some very hateful Anti-LGTB top commenters on this site that come from an alt-right background. Be sceptical when people post rants or external links. Spread love, not hate.

M O'Connell
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where did that long post of transpeople before-and-after from Monday go? I love posts like that, where people can be so confident to be themselves.

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Rachel Evans
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations on finding yourself! You are a beautiful person inside and out.

TC
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You transgender people look beautiful after the change. I wonder wether a calm mind helps for that. "Mens sana in corpore sano"

Jade
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is lovely. And glad you are giving your nieces a good life.

Kipper Mcgee
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Utterly amazing. Your eyes have changed. I can see that you are very happy.

Phemonoe 153
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a beautiful story and you are lovely in all possible ways. Thank you for sharing this, I hope you and your daughters have many happy times together!

Brady Sullivan
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still can't believe those old photos are of the same person. So happy that she finally found the courage to show the outside world the beautiful women they had been hiding for so long.

navy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aha! I'm the 100th comment! You are amazingly charismatic for being yourself. Send your love and support!

Katrin Richter
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You looked stunning as man as well, but your eyes seemed so sad.The look on your face on the mirror selfie just says: Oh yes, this is me! Only imagining you struggling with yourself, besides adopting three! young girls is amazing! Love it and you are a perfect rolemodel to your kids!

Elina Kuusisto
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful! Congratulations, and good luck for the future! You are a beautiful family <3

Ashley Wells
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

really beautiful family congratulations. You look genuinely happy as a woman and it looks stunning on you.

Aubrie Allen
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Be true to yourself and do what makes you happy!!! Ignore the insecure douchebags, and continue being your kick a*s self!!!

Ben Smith
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Live the life you want and be happy. Who cares what other people think.

Joss T.M.
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You were beautiful and now you still look beautiful. Bless you and also I'm happy that you could adopt your nieces. You're an amazing person :)

n.
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you are gorgeous and amazing and such inspiration to everyone, good luck in future life!

Pickles Driver
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Get it girl!! You are an amazing human for raising those young ladies!

Kim Lorton
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think, you are such a beautiful young woman, and adopting your three nieces shows the beauty of your heart and soul! I believe there are no accidents. You spent the first part of your life, male, to learn, and you made the leap! Now, You will. Speennndddd. Thee rest of. Your life female, and your heart no soul are complete, along with your new daughters./ nieces. I believe, when you know in your heart, something isn't right, you need to make it right. And you did this! Not an accident! Be proud you did what you needed to do, to become your whole self, and then help your nieces learn the same. Dreams are not just for wishing. Dreams are goals, and if you want them to come true, you find a way, to make them come true. Maybe what you learned, will help one or all of your nieces overcome something big. And you will have the right words, to help them. So, don't forget to thank the boy who was, for the woman, you are! Because both are beautiful, in the eyes of God.

Danny Benitez
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kudos on finding you. That's insane but even crazier is taking care of those little girls. Good job!

Marceline
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow!! Good for you that you live the life you chose and dreamed! You are so pretty and your nieces couldn't have a better role model! Very proud of you!

Dayna Robinson
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are an amazing, brave and beautiful woman! Oh and by the way...love the Audrey tattoo (huge fan of hers over here)!

Cassiel Magem
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, anything is possible if you want it enough, live in a country where this kind of treatment exist, have supporting family and friends..

AmStick
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's fantastic! You go girl! You do what you feel is best for you and props on taking those babies in and vein all you can for them!

Romi Love
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations!! For how brave and gorgeous you are inside and out and for your equally beautiful family, lots of love!!!

Lori Wyndham
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even if you didn't look feminine you would still be beautiful and worthy of respect. Your little girls look so happy and well cared for too. What a beautiful family.

Allana Rose
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I too am on the fence with this "issue" but when I see stories like this and see how happy everyone seems to be at the end of it all, perhaps there really is such a thing as being born into the wrong body. Who knows why? Maybe it's a chemical imbalance or hormone thing. All I do know it is not up to me to judge.

Panpan
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a wonderful story. I hope you and your nieces have the sunniest of days ๐Ÿค—๐Ÿค—

Samantha Becker
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations on finally getting to be your true self. You are a beautiful young woman and I wish you and your girls the very best of luck.

ispeak catanese
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Patricia, you are lovely either way, good luck to you and your girls! I wish you happiness!

Maritsik Crabtree
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like on the previous transgender post I mentioned,I'll say it again, you look like you were supposed to be a girl from the start, as in your face is very feminine and it just looks like you were born into the wrong body! Happy that you got there courage to live your life and Good Luck and much love to all of you!

Momogi
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To see how beautiful you are as a person I hope you have a wonderful life

Merrill Ferguson
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are so beautiful transitioned. Congrats to you for taking these steps in becoming your most authentic and true self

Sophie McCarthy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are so beautiful!!! Well done for having the courage to be your true self, you are incredibly strong and brave and I, along with many others, support you! โค

KK
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess it's harder to say to an actual living person that you think their identity is invalid, than a post with drawn characters. A ton of hate on this site. Sad.

KK
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Paranoidandroid Cool to see you back :D. What exactly strikes you as pseudo-science about transsexuality btw? I can try to answer questions if you have them.

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Thandei T
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's good this person is happy, but I wish transwomen would stop saying they 'became female'. You transitioned to being a transwomen, but you can't change your biological sex.

Roshan Verghese
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is up to an individual as to what gender they want to be identified with. it is not up to the society. You Go Girl, Go!! Stand Proud!!

Liliana Marsh
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You look happy, fetching, and serene as a lady. Your nieces are very lucky to have a mom like you. Live your best life! I wish you well.

MyBunniesAndMe
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You look so amazing! I would never think you were previously male. You go girl!

Friedlander Rosenzweig
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ’‹โ€๐Ÿ‘ฉ! ๐ŸŒน๐Ÿฅ€๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒผ๐Ÿ’๐ŸŒท

Paul Morel
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi, you are a beautiful woman with a cool family. Wish I was a part of it.

Jim Konopliski
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You look really good, I realize appearance is not everything, but I think if you look good, period, or as whatever sex you are/ choose, you are ahead of the game, and you certainly look wonderful as a woman and I can understand why you must now feel so happy, being who you want to be, and looking good at it as well, best to you!

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm ready to change now with my life a boy I don't feel no more inside of me I feel like a girl I'm happy now I really want to be a woman

April Smith
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've been finding it for a long time because my mom would dress me up like a little girl and I liked it my first bra was I was 13 years old

Skelim anter
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

inspirational to never give up and be the girl I always wanted

Adam D
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

@novacash. Ad hominem attacks..really? That's all you have? Your responses in the comments make you no better than those you argue against.

Phillip Moderow
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And when you grow tired of "that", are you going to try chimpanzee ? Grow where you're planted.

Brett Gieger
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just curious, why is it that if some don't agree with the LGBT way of life and state their differing point of view is it right away considered hate? Why does everyone HAVE to agree. So if someone has a more conservative view so be it.

asf
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From a pragmatic point of view, you don't have to celebrate every LGTB person but being disrespectful of someone's gender is simply not polite. Also from a pragmatic view transgenderism is completely accepted by medical professionals, it's not controversial. There are a lot of misconceptions in the more critical comments that just show a lack of knowledge. The worst are in my opinion people full blown advocating against gender reassignment surgery. That is like advocating against a necessary medical procedure. One that has been in place since decades, shown to be effective.

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Luca
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is from an individual poster. Bored Panda didn't do anything except keeping it here.

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Jo Worthy
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7 years ago

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Yeah, you look way better with makeup! May all your endeavors and ventures be as successful as going from a duckling to a swan.

Robert Pyszk
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7 years ago

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I guess when your mentally f'd up in the head this is what you do

Robert P
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7 years ago

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awww what's the matter 3 people who gave me a thumbs down. Can't take truth? Can't face reality?

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josh
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7 years ago

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I am probably asking for some bashing by posting this, it really saddens me to see this happen. It really does because this is so wrong. The worst part is that we don't see that we are just used as p**n in the game the of the enemy (the devil) who is trying to run the perfect children of God. He is causing such confusion and it seems like he is winning as this transgender issue is gaining a lot of support, it is becoming a new normal. This just really hurts, it is not right. I know I will be called all kinds of terrible things for this post because this is a sensitive issue to many and because I say that the people who undergo gender transformation are under the influence of the enemy. I am sorry to those who will be offended or disturbed by my comment, I meant no harm. I just hate what is happening in the world

M O'Connell
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Anybody who refers to a gender, a sexuality, an ethnic group, or a religion as the 'p**n of the devil' needs to sit down, take a deep breath, and re-evaluate their worldview. Josh, who is really causing trouble in the world? Is it people who know deep down in their hearts that something is wrong with how they came out, who struggle for years those thoughts, and then manage to work up the will to go through the trauma of changing genders only to come out as a much happier and better-adjusted human being? Or is it the people who bash on them and apply nonsensical religious rhetoric to what is ultimately a medical and psychological issue? Can we at least agree that the bible is of little value a reference text for the doctor, or the psychologist?

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Vaska X Tumir MA
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7 years ago

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You've achieved some considerable success at impersonating a pretty woman. But don't delude yourself: every cell in your body is DNA coded for the actual, biological sex you are, so no matter what you do and how hard you may try, you will never be a female no more than you can be a fish, say.

Nova Cash
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dam I bleach my hair blonde, but brunette is my DNA. Meh, I'm still going to pretend to be a blonde.

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Tyler Duffy
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7 years ago

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See @Anne-Louise Douglas you're comments lack substance and facts. Did I say he lacks courage?No. From a scientific standpoint a man can't because a woman or vice versa. You can change you're appearance but not your DNA. You can take hormones but you can't change what you are. And at no point did I say he was a less of a person. And at no point did you even address a single issue I brought up. Likely due to the fact you have been programed not to ask or answer the tough questions in a pathetic desire to avoid be called a bigot. So pick up your mic and at least make an effort to actually address the facts and issues I brought up. Good luck.

Rosa Darkwood
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did you know (you probably didn't) that scientists studied lots of ppls brain chemistry and they found that trans ppl had the same brain che

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Sharon Halfhill
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7 years ago

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You're still a male. Hair extensions or not. The fact that people think eyeliner and hair extensions makes you "female" is misogynistic AF.

Tyler Duffy
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7 years ago

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Oh that sucks, you lack the ability to formulate a valid response to a well delivered post that brings up legitimate questions about your own views. You should probably reconsider your views if you can't adequately defend them. Drop mic... :)

Tyler Duffy
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7 years ago

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@kk @asf what up snowflakes. I see your using words you don't understand the meaning of again. Alt - right has nothing to do with views on race and gender. It is basically a libertarian wing of the right that is anti globalization, but I don't expect you to know that considering you don't even know what Transgender technically is as you type away at a post promoting it. Transgender is very specific to people who are hermaphroditic and at birth the doctors and family make a choice on what the sex of the child will be and the choice they make turns out to be the wrong one. Anything else isn't Transgender, you can b***h and moan all you want but that's fact so....so it doesn't matter. People need to stop promoting this nonsense. Everyone screaming for people to just accept so called "Transgender " needs to stop , set their liberal bias aside and consider the consequences of this policy. What about you're little brother or sun who loses his virginity to the love of his life Sarah, only to find out a few days,weeks,months later that this time last year Sarah was Sam. What do you think that will do to him psychologically? He will likely bash Sarah's head in with a baseball bat. Or possibly blow his own head off because his frail little mind can't coup with the fact that he blew his first load off in a guy not Sarah. Because at the end of the day it's a guy, no matter what. You can put feathers in your hair but you're not a bird. You folks really ok with me getting my d**k clipped and tucked in and following your little sister or daughter to the bathroom at the pool like all is well, yea I'm so trustworthy blaaaaaa. Lots look at this even further, in 10 years when science can put a womb in Sam/Sarah is that ok? Can he get an abortion? The moment you cross this line you got a big problem because for decades men have set on the sidelines for this conversation. But the moment a guy can have have a kid men will join the conversation and tell you killing babies isn't ok. This s**t will happen, especially the guy's unknowingly f*****g a guy. People lie to get laid all the time.

Nova Cash
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If somebody doesn't answer straight away, it's not a 'victory' or 'mic drop'. They just aren't sitting around waiting on your every word!

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Vaska X Tumir MA
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What you have achieved is some success at impersonating a woman. Every cell in your body is DNA coded for your actual, biological sex, so don't delude yourself: no matter what you do, you'll never be female any more than you can be a bird, say.

Nova Cash
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What's ironic is you seem to look so much like a man. I sense some jealousy!

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