My weekend was spent relaxing and writing and reading. Don't remember the last time Memorial Day weekend was warm and sunny all three days.

I wrote a few essays for future postings and possibly a short story. I'm reading a fine book called 'Crossing Over' by Vanessa Sheridan. There 's a need for the church to reach out to transgender people with open arms. I will elaborate on what I have read in future postings.

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Every kind deed done will not go unrewarded.




A great place to dine is CHELSEA GALLERY DINER
located at 72 7th Ave @ 15th St. The food is reasonably
priced and you are never hurried by the waiters. It is also
LGBT friendly. I have gone there after support group meetings.
Many groups go to Chelsea Diner afterwards for coffee, a late
dinner, or for one of their scrumptious desserts. One of my favorite
West Village hangouts.

I went to dinner last with two gay friends. We enjoyed a pleasant conversation about spiritual things. I was filled in about another transgender person who is struggling. I'm just praying for the person and that her mind would be cleared of all confusion.

We attended our fellowship at the center. We pray for the LGBT community because there's many hurting people. I wore a black print skirt, low heels, and a yellow blouse. I received compliments from everyone. It was the first that I dressed for the meeting. It won't be the last.

I took my wife out to dinner last Saturday. It was a cold, rainy day. Ugh. Yesterday I bought a black skirt. Now I have to get some shoes (flat preferably).

Tonight I will be dining with a couple of friends. I hope to see a transgender woman who is struggling. Maybe sharing my experience will help her. I pray so. I'm anxious to get out more often because I want to express myself more to the public. It may be that some folks are more open to transgender people since some gains have been made in the country. One would hope so, anyway.

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Love in action can soften even the most hardened heart

I attended a writing workshop at college on Tuesday evening. Later I arrived at the community center in time to sit in a meeting about workplace discrimination against transgenders. I even won a prize in the raffle. Whoopee! I personally have not experienced any discrimination but I have heard some stories by others. It happens in schools a lot from what I hear.

Thinking about it now, I will be confronted with these issues when I start teaching. As a transgender and crossdresser, I want to be prepared so I can handle these situations without incident. LGBT students have a hard time as it is. We have a right to enjoy our school experiences without harassment and bullying.

I have been involved with a couple of groups but I would like to do more in the transgender community. I don't want to overextend myself because of other responsibilities. One of my future goals is get a degree in gender studies.

I dressed this weekend. Wore my favorite outfit; blue skirt and white peasant pullover. I had to get som camisoles soon. I have to get my ears pierced-again. I took my studs out too soon and the holes closed up. Ugh!

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Few things move me more than the love that I have
for my trans brothers and trans sisters.




UPCOMING EVENTS

MAY 31-JUNE 10,2007
NEWFEST
New York LGBT Film Festival



June 3, 2007
Queens Pride March

June 9, 2007
Brooklyn Pride

June 24, 2007
New York City Pride March

There are many events coming up in the weeks ahead. I will list a few now and more as the time for theses events draw close. Be sure to support transgender events and express yourself.

MONDAY MAY 14TH
TRANSGENDER LOBBY DAY AND RECEPTION
in WASHINGTON D.C
Go to www.nctequality.org for details




TUESDAY MAY 15TH 6-8pm
LAMBDA LEGAL'S CLOCK IN FOR EQUALITY
National Day of Action to End Workplace Discrimination
@ the LGBT Community Center
218 West 13 Street
New York


The C Word: Translating Cancer Risks and Recommendations
Tuesday May 15th 6:30pm
@ Callen-Lorde Health Center
356 West 18th Street bet. 8th and 9th Avenues FREE
Refreshments served

Finally! I got my ears pierced! They're a little sore but they be okay. Today is the last day of classes. I never read so much in my life. This is from someone who is an avid reader. It was a very challenging semester but I wouldn't have it any other way. I need challenges. It's keeps the mind fresh and active.



REMEMBER .....TOMORROW NIGHT

CHRISTIAN LGBT FELLOWSHIP 8PM
@ THE CENTER
218 W. 13 STREET

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

T-GIRLS ROCK!

Today was a wonderful day. I'm winding down this semster next week. I read a lot but the work got done. I'm looking into some graduate schools after I receive my bachelors degree. I'm deciding between childhood and adult education. Sometime in the future, I want to pursue a masters in gender studies.

I'm trying to chose some events to attend during the time off from school. I definitely will be attending pride events in June. A lot of writing is in store also. I have been scribbling things about a story about transgenders and crossdressers. I want it to be a positive story. One of victory, freedom, and liberation.

There are numerous events that will take place in the coming days. Below are listed two of them. More will be listed in the coming days.


Tuesday, May 1 6:30-8:30
Documentary Film
SOUTHERN COMFORT
@ Callen-Lorde Health Center
356 West 18th Street, Auditorium. FREE


Monday, May 14
TRANSGENDER LOBBY DAY & RECEPTION
in Washington, DC details to follow very soon