A few suggestions, Sarah (in red). I assume from the way you opened the letter that you are living at home and that is why it is strange for you to write a letter.
I would offer them information - books and/or links - where they can find out about Gender Identity Disorder and connect with other parents of trans kids. Mary Boenke's 'Transforming Families' or an active parents' support news list. We have resources in our wiki and in our links area.
Best wishes.
Robyn
My Dear Parents,
You may be wondering why I am writing a letter to you. The reason is to give you time to absorb what I have to say.
When I was a child I had a doll and a small ironing board. You may remember that I used to play with the doll a lot but hardly ever played with the Action men and weapons you gave me. I was hardly ever involved in rough and tumble activities like most boys.
At school, I've had many friends who are girls, and I've found it easier to get along with them than boys. I talk to the girls more often, while many boys bully me for my girlish personality. This has made me feel very miserable, and it didn't stop through the four years I spent at school. I am less violent than other boys and I am also more polite. I don't get aggravated as easily when I am playing a game.
You may notice that the way I act is different from other boys. I flinch at most things, and I never get put in when playing football. I almost never retaliate when I'm being attacked. I am also very emotional; I cry more than other boys.
This is why I have written a letter to you. For many years I have been this way. At a young age, I wondered why I am like this. But now, for many years, I know why I have felt this way. I know this is right and only better for me. I know that I should be a woman. To be happy, I need to become a woman. Please know that this is not your fault, but it is the way I am. You did not make me this way, and you can not take this away. Please be supportive. I love you, and I don't want this to pull us apart, but I have to be true to myself. This does not mean I will become a freak, I am already a freak and becoming a woman will make me normal. When I become a woman],[/color] I will fit comfortably in society. This is vital to me. Please accept me for the way I am],[/color] and please help me in gender counselling and my transition. I am not mad],[/color] and I know that this transition needs to happen, I don't want to stay miserable.
Please remember, this is not your fault, and I can provide information to help you understand this better.
Love,
