this may not be the right place to post this. but I amusing a junky unrerliable computer in the nursing home  I an currently stuck in and want to warn everyone For allpractical Purposes I am Dead.in June of last year Iwas run down br a hit and run terrorist.NO accident I am certainprobably one of my neighbors who used tobe to be ultra friendley  religeous types buy became HOSTILEwhen I staryed presenting as female HAVR TO TYPE WITHone hand.I was foune a bloch away from where i was hit in front ofmr house D octorrs at Lsu hospital didn' give me achance of survival.but unfortunately i did but though i have made what every says is remarkable progress in rehabiliyation my life has been totally destrotyedinso many ways
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Hi Cindy,
   I am so sorry this happened to you. How awful! I am fortunate to live in a state that is pretty good as far as tolerance goes. You are right, it is never completely safe. I think we all make a judgement. I am driven to live a transgender female life. I try to be safe but there are no guarantees. Can we live life in fear of what might happen? I decided I can't. I wish this never happened to you and I  hope you don't give up. Has anyone been arrested? Why are you sure you know who did it?
   Hope you feel better.
Monica

Hi Cindy, 

I'm terribly sorry to hear about your tragic situation.  I can see how this would change your view on transitioning.   I doubt anyone here would say it's necessarily the safest thing to do but your situation seems very atypical and probably not something others should expect to happen if they transition. 

With that being said it seems some very nasty people have been empowered by the latest US election.  I'm very worried about a backlash against people like us especially those who've transitioned or are in the process of transitioning.

I wish there was something I could say to make you feel better.  Nobody deserves the cards you've been dealt.

Take care,
Paige

So sorry to hear of your problems. That is a brutal story. Hope you heal quickly!

QuoteWith that being said it seems some very nasty people have been empowered by the latest US election.

That being stated, keep in mind that redneck States where those attitudes are most prevalent, are also the States most likely to issue a concealed or open carry policy. Take advantage of opportunities to protect your precious life. Nobody can look out for you better than you.

I can't imagine the pain you are going through but I can empathize being on the cusp of death. I have been suffering from stage three heart disease for the last 25 years and initially given only five years. Be strong, you will survive and come out stronger than ever. I foresee the day when your experience and telling others your story will become your life"s mission. You will be overcoming ignorance, one redneck at a time. Get well, It takes inner strength that all us Trans people seem to possess but just don't always recognize it. That is why I am honored to be part of this community.  You are no exception.

<3  Dawn

My transition is worth everything and will not be derailed by fear or hatred.  While those forces exist aplenty in this culture I will not allow them ascendancy to any throne of decision making for me.

I already know that pain and suffering are part of life and feel sorry that anyone else can be "terrorized" by murderous ideologues.  While unacceptable we don't have to look far to recognize how effective bigotry and fear can be manipulated.

Staying out and standing up, no apologies and no retreat.