(On my definitions.)

As for the "Transsexual" definition, I'm sure that it varies from person to person... but... I think that many transsexuals (by my definition) are first Transgendered, then Intersexed. To me, "Trans" means (literally) "to cross". The average person who calls themself a transsexual does not change sexes. She/he corrects documents. In many (if not most) cases, I see (for example) an MtF "trans" person as a woman who was mislabeled. By my (current) definition, a "Transsexual" is someone who was fine being a "B", but then decided to become a "C" because as they grew, they changed.


As for the Were/Vamp thing... For now, I use the word "evolved" to mean (in my book), evolved differently. I don't think that Weres and Vamps are superior to humans... just different. Humans, as a whole, evolved a specific way from primates. I think that maybe Weres and Vamps did too, but they evolved differently... perhaps they mutated from the rest of the humans, in a way... I'm not really sure... but, in all cases, the Weres and/or Vamps that I've met have lacked certain "human" traits but have other non-human ones.

I've yet to determine if Weres and Vamps evolved/mutated from humans or evolved/mutated from the common primate... but, for now, I like to think positive... that the human race is actually still evolving.

(Why life sucks.) cont'd

I often have problems articulating the thoughts which race through my head.

This is the way I see things...

N.... you're N. Whether or not you have surgery, you'll always be N., to me. You're no more or less of a woman because of the parts you have. If you choose to have surgery because it will make you happy, then I'm all for it. I love you. I want you to be happy... but... BUT.... no matter what surgeries you do or don't have, you're a NORMAL, WONDERFUL, person, deserving of the utmost respect....no.... more than that... you're a NORMAL, WONDERFUL, WOMAN, deserving of the utmost respect.

People who don't fit into the stereotypes live a life of fear... so much so that many opt to change their body... to MUTILATE THEMSELVES! This should NOT be the case. If your parts feel wrong, by all means, change them... but you shouldn't HAVE to in order to live a life free of fear.

I know that the reality is that in order to live a life free of fear, you're almost FORCED to opt for surgery... I just wish that weren't the case.

If you do opt for that surgery (N., or anyone else reading this)... PLEASE... NEVER forget... NEVER shut up... NEVER forget what it's like to live in fear. People should NOT have to change their bodies in order to avoid being beat (or neglected) to death.

(Why life sucks.)

"Mutilated at birth" is what some intersexed people go through.

Most of my anger has to do with the non-acceptance of people who don't fall into the stereotypes.

By the definitions of many, N., you too are "Intersexed". The brain is an organ. You have aspects of both/all sexes right now.


Again, it's about seeing things as either black and white, or various colors and shades.

I'm glad that your life no longer sucks... I just hope that between now and your surgery, you don't get into a car wreck.


It's really fucking twisted that people who opt NOT to have surgery are treated the way they are... whether they label themselves Trans, Intersexed, Male, Female, or anything else. Surgery should NOT be required to be respected for who you are.

People are people. I don't give a rats ass what's in a person's pants. I don't even care what clothes a person wears or how much hair they have where. ALL people deserve to be respected as people, whether or not they conform to the stereotypes.

(disempower the doctors?)

I disagree... DON'T take the power away from the doctors... EDUCATE THEM! (and also, make it easier for poor, understanding, nice, open minded people to afford medical degrees!!! I know it's a generalization, but the rich are often WAY sheltered. We need more doctors who know what it's like to SUFFER!) I'm glad that some can choose things like (safer) birthing centers, but along with supporting the safer options, we also need to educate. Educating Police, Fire, and Rescue people is also something that is WAY needed. At this point, I'd rather slit my wrist than ever need any emergency assistance from any of them... and yes, I do carry a razor blade for the occasion.

(just my 4 cents)

Vampires

I feel the need to post at length about what I consider a "Vampire" to be... but I know that what I say will piss off A LOT of people.

I've given the subject quite a bit of thought, and I've held many opinions. As I grow, my opinions change. Where I stand now is not where I stood even a year ago.

I think that I've become quite the purist in my views... but it's only fair to allow people to wear the label of their choice. So, basically, if many of the people I've come across in the past few years are Vampires (both "Psi" and "Sang"), I'm not one.

*shrugs*

That's probably offensive enough, I won't go into all of the details.

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(9:39am - Book It!)

When it comes to matters of the spirit, it's one thing to write about about what you've learned, or a book offering guidance or opinions; it's another to write a book saying that what people need is a service which only YOU (or those like you) can provide.

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(9:44am - Bravery)

What do people think courage and bravery are?
I think that bravery means being scared shitless, but doing it anyway.

Can anyone give examples?
An Iron Worker with a fear of heights?

How many people think they are brave?
I think that I might be. I'm afraid of everything, and I haven't killed myself yet.

Don't proselytize.

I sort of see it like this... If I want to go to church, I know where to find one. If I want to read a bible, I know where to find one. If you continue to spit bible passages at me, I know where to find enough spit to grace you with in return.

(12:26pm or...)

Hand me a book, and I'll read it if I'm interested. Grab a bullhorn and read from it in front of my bedroom window and I'll beat the pulp out of you with it.