I don't have a blog. I don't think I have enough to say to support a blog. But, since I'm in a pensive mood, I thought I'd make a blog-like entry.
I received today a very kind personal message from a poster here who appreciated that I tried to be informative and upbeat in my own post, and that I didn't bemoan my "transness." It's true that I am lighthearted by nature. It's also true there I times when I am in the depths of despair.
When I'm down, and I have been lately, I reflect on the good things in life and the beauty all around me. And I'm not necessarily talking about physical beauty, although there are plenty of examples in the world.
I see beauty in a depressed and isolated transwomen posting a picture of herself smiling. I see goodness in the way a single parent is coping with what life has tossed at him. I find satisfaction in watching the progression of avatars from cartoons to confident pictures. I see beauty in a person questioning their identity finding friends who understand and empathize. I find beauty in seeing a person who has been here for years feel confident enough to say good bye. I find mirth in the good-natured banter that happens here among friends.
I just want to say thanks to all of you here. I hope I can return just a fraction of the love and friendship I've felt in the past six months. Giving back to the community is just one way to show my gratitude.
Your friend,
Jamie D
PS - Cindy, this is not a parting
opus magnum. You're stuck with me.
