I know that some trans women have experienced rejection by lesbians who only want to associate with "born females". Womyn's Festival has received a lot of (negative) publicity for prohibiting trans women.
I went to a GLBT club last week to hear a band (Sister Funk – great band who does a cover of 4 non-blondes "What's Up" that was better than the original as well as a lot of their own original material). There are about 20 trans women that go to the club on Saturdays but I was the only one in the room where the band concert was. I sat at a small table by myself. After the first set, a woman came over and ask if I was waiting for someone. When I said no, she asked if I would like to come over and join the group at their table. These ladies included me in their conversations (and gossip about the band) and dancing. The concert was much more fun shared with others than sitting alone. I felt totally accepted by the group – a wonderful feeling.
Just the week before at the same club, a woman came by my table and gave me some literature inviting me to join a meetup group for LBT women over 55 (for which I unfortunately qualify).
The lesbian community to be wonderfully kind and accepting to me - thanks.
Lori
