A Simple Wish

This pandemic has created a massive strain on everyone around the world and the next few months will be even tougher. For my own survival I have come to a few decisions and I thought I would share them here.

I am transgender and I am going to transition but I am not going to beat everyone in my life with a stick of mandatory understanding or acceptance. Right now, particularly during this pandemic, I am going to stop being afraid of losing everyone and everything.

I have been afraid of rejection and hurt but those that see my heart, know about my unrestricted love. I need to transition and I need to stop being afraid. I need to stop worrying about the future, it will come on its own, and focus on today’s hugs. They are best when they are unrestricted and when you feel the common warmth.

If I can’t have a hug today, I will lovingly remember the hugs of the past and rely on them to keep my heart warm.

I am calling an armistice with my emotional needs for the holidays and I am just going to enjoy the holidays with family and friends, whether with visits, phone calls, the internet, a wave through the window and a simple Christmas card.

We deserve every element of joy we can create and find.

Wishing you the warmth of the holidays,