Just thought I'd share this with you all...
I came out to my Mum yesterday. Here's her reply.
I have the most awesome Mum ever.
"Ryan,
Thankyou for your honesty, and no I'm not completely shocked because I have guessed, well, felt your struggle over the past year or two, and I have worried that you haven't been able to confide in me until now.
I love you completely and un-reservedly for the person that you are, and not whether you fit in socially as male or female. You are such a wonderful character with a fantastic sense of humour and you have always made me very proud.
I think that you should choose your own middle name - something that you have always wanted as your name? I'm honoured that you have chosen Ryan (yes, I would have called you that if you had been born a boy). I'm so pleased that you are starting to feel happier with yourself. I have only ever wanted you to be happy.
Forgive me if it takes me a while to get used to your new name - you know I'm bound to forget!!! LOL!
I LOVE YOU TOO (always)
Mum xxx"
