Hello,
I have been trying to get more educated about the transgendered community. I was raised in a very conservative religious environment and I am attempting to re-write my beliefs. I want to educate myself so that I can be the best support that I can be to this lovely community all facets of it. Unfortunately, I've been driven online to find these answers, because I'm just not having any luck finding many resources at my local library.

The last thing I want to do is offend anyone, but I'm very new to the entire experience so I apologize in advance if I inadvertently misspeak. I look forward to learning more about the transgender community and the beautiful people who are a part of it. .

-Ebbtide

Hi Ebbtide 

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Thanks, for the warm welcome. .

Quote from: Ebbtide on April 05, 2012, 10:45:38 PM
Hello,
I have been trying to get more educated about the transgendered community. I was raised in a very conservative religious environment and I am attempting to re-write my beliefs. I want to educate myself so that I can be the best support that I can be to this lovely community all facets of it. Unfortunately, I've been driven online to find these answers, because I'm just not having any luck finding many resources at my local library.

The last thing I want to do is offend anyone, but I'm very new to the entire experience so I apologize in advance if I inadvertently misspeak. I look forward to learning more about the transgender community and the beautiful people who are a part of it. .

-Ebbtide

You have come to the right place, Ebbtide.  I want you to keep an eye out for posts made by "Annah," who is a seminarian and well-versed in religious/transgender matters.  She also has a YouTube channel.  I am going to send her a personal message (you can do so after 15 posts) and let her know about your introduction.

Welcome, from southern California.

Just curious, what prompted this?  Do you know any trans people? 

And yes, I'm nosy!

Quote from: Jaime on April 05, 2012, 11:10:28 PM
Just curious, what prompted this?  Do you know any trans people? 

And yes, I'm nosy!

Jimmy Durante was "nosy."  You're just curious.

Hey now, my honker isn't exactly petite either.

Quote from: Jamie D on April 05, 2012, 11:05:15 PM
You have come to the right place, Ebbtide.  I want you to keep an eye out for posts made by "Annah," who is a seminarian and well-versed in religious/transgender matters.  She also has a YouTube channel.  I am going to send her a personal message (you can do so after 15 posts) and let her know about your introduction.

Welcome, from southern California.

Thank you so much for the welcome. <3. I definitely look forward to watching any of her videos of pertinence on the subject. . Thank you, for being willing to make an introduction for me while I find my feet on the forum. .

Quote from: Jaime on April 05, 2012, 11:10:28 PM
Just curious, what prompted this?  Do you know any trans people? 

And yes, I'm nosy!

Well, I've been curious for a long time, but I've been so confused due to my very religious upbringing that I was frankly scared to go and search out some education. My ignorance was frustrating and I just want to be able to be open and understand and (most importantly to me) I don't want to be a member of society who ends up causing pain to anyone due to my own ignorance. I want to be able to be supportive, understanding and just...I think that everyone deserves to be respected and understood. .

Oh. And I don't know any trans (is that the acceptable abbreviation?) people in my life that I am aware of at this point.

Knowledge is good. - Emil Faber 

Quote from: Jaime on April 06, 2012, 12:05:15 AM
Hey now, my honker isn't exactly petite either.

I think you have a very attractive schnozz.

Hi Ebbtide, it's nice to meet you! I live near Boston, right on the edge of a tidal river. We are glad you found the site, your attitude towards others feelings is refreshing! See you around, hugs, Devlyn

Hi Ebbtide,

Just thought I'd pop by and wish you a warm Aussie welcome! It's refreshing to see someone of your background educating themselves about trans issues..

Hugs,
Kelly

Hi Ebbtide,

Yet again, another warm Aussie welcome to Susan's family. You are most welcome here, and I second Jamie D's suggestion regarding Annah. She is indeed a very clued up switched on young woman.

You indeed have come to the right place. There is no shortage of information, resources and friendships to be gained here.

Hope to hear more of your story in time to come, in the meantime, be safe, well and happy.
Lotsa huggs
Catherine

Quote from: Devlyn on April 06, 2012, 06:14:05 AM
Hi Ebbtide, it's nice to meet you! I live near Boston, right on the edge of a tidal river. We are glad you found the site, your attitude towards others feelings is refreshing! See you around, hugs, Devlyn

Thank you, for the warm welcome. <3. Everyone has been so nice, I feel confident that Susans is the right place to be for my search for answers and understanding. . So far this site has been amazing. There is so MUCH to read. .

Quote from: kelly_aus on April 06, 2012, 07:14:33 AM
Hi Ebbtide,

Just thought I'd pop by and wish you a warm Aussie welcome! It's refreshing to see someone of your background educating themselves about trans issues..

Hugs,
Kelly

Thank you! <3. Yes, my background has definitely left me ignorant on the issue which is an error I hope to correct immediately. .

Quote from: Catherine Sarah on April 06, 2012, 08:04:41 AM
Hi Ebbtide,

Yet again, another warm Aussie welcome to Susan's family. You are most welcome here, and I second Jamie D's suggestion regarding Annah. She is indeed a very clued up switched on young woman.

You indeed have come to the right place. There is no shortage of information, resources and friendships to be gained here.

Hope to hear more of your story in time to come, in the meantime, be safe, well and happy.
Lotsa huggs
Catherine

Thank you. . I look forward to gaining friendships and understanding along this journey of discovery. .

Welcome to Susan's, Ebbtide. There's plenty of resources here.

Yes. There has been a lot to read and take in.

if you have any questions please let me know. Once you hit 15 posts you can pm me. Feel free to ask me about anything related to religion and sexuality/gender issues. Ill do my best to answer them.

Awesome. Thank you so much. .