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Father of transgender tween speaks

04-08-2010 01:07AM

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http://childrenshospitalblog.org/father-of-a-transgender-tween-speaks-out/

This is a really heartwarming read

My 12 year old transgender daughter is my mentor. It’s tough to put into words what a profound impact this small person has had in changing my core values, but since the young age of five, she has unknowingly encouraged me to open my eyes and heart to new ideas. It hasn’t been easy. I’ve watched her experience severe emotional pain and physical frustration, but thanks to support and guidance, I’ve watched as she’s become a confident, happy and healthy child. And as she changed, I changed too.

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#2 04-08-2010 11:59PM

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It's great to see some tolerent and supportive people in the world. A really feel good story.

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#3 05-08-2010 12:21AM

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That's a lovely link but good GOD I hate the phrase 'tween'!!! :P

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#4 05-08-2010 12:22AM

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I never even heard it until now.

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