HONOR THEM

 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

CHRISTOPHER STREET PIER

 

I come here a few times in the summer. This is one of few places I can completely be myself.

TRANSITION IS ONGOING

I believe transition is an ongoing process. It's emotional and spiritual to me because life circumstances have dictated this. Iiffe doesn't stand still, so I move along where it takes me. 

After I came out as trans, I posted 'Better late than never." I have focused on aloneness in my writings. I'm not lonely; I just enjoy being by myself. As a septugenarian, passing my wisdom to younger folks is a way of helping them in their journey. 

I am writing on topics such as sex, the desire to leave everything behind, solitude, spirituality, and resilience. I am compelled to challenge much of the conventional views about these topics.   

SECOND FAVORITE

 

This was my second favorite spot in my youth.  The streets were so crowded that you shuffled along. There were restaurants, headshops, theaters, music venues, and headphones, excitement. Friday nights and Saturdays were my time to let loose. I wasn't crazy; I just needed to have the freedom to be different without having to conform to societal moms which could be stifling at times.

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

WAVERLY DINER

This diner is a staple in Greenwich Village. My wife and I have dined here many times. One of my favorite places to eat.

STOMPING GROUND

This is McDougall and Minetta Streets in Greenwih Village, a place I hung out in my youth. Friday nights and Saturday were my times to be absorbed in the bohemian vibe. There were shops, restaurants, clubs, bars, and music. 

It's still vibrant and lively I still hang out bere though not as much. I keep getting called back to a place that opened my eyes to a unique part of New York life.

HONORING MOMS

 

MOMS

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

TRAVEL TO TRANSITION

I wrote the poem below in 2010. I was sitting the courtyard of this venerable church, reminiscing the changes that transpired at that point in my life. All of my life experiences contributed to my transition as a transgender woman. Sitting on the bench I exhaled "Wow!"

                                                              VILLAGE STREETS

Back I '68 I carouse on McDougall Street

Crowded and boisterous, young people were living life

Bell bottom jeans and sandals were a stable

T-shirts were a kaleidoscope of red, people, orange, yellow, green, and blue

Look a flood, I was swept away into all the activity

Genders, sexualities, and races were many and varied

It was one happy party

Then I went away.

Life split us apart

I went across the country

While you stayed behind

Waiting for the day I would return.

I didn't return right away

Too many responsibilities

I thought about you many times

But my return would be delayed.

Two score and two years have passed

You have changed and so have I

Your love never wanted

For you knew I would return someday.

5TH OF MAY

 

GOOD NEWS FROM MONTANA

The Montana Supreme Court temporarily blocked a policy that barred transgender people from updating identity documents and allowing access to gender affirming care.

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

BOHEMIAN PARADISE

 

I first hung out in Washington Square Park in 1968. This bohemian landmark was a place I could be with people who felt like me. 

I always believed that I was different.WSP was a place that I wouldn't be judged. Every weekend I'd come here listening to music, Orators, talking with people. It was one happy family of strangers.

I don't know if Washington Square Park contributed to my transition but it opened my eyes to the idea that I could come to a place and not be judged.

I still come here. The bohemian spirit is still here. I hope it stays that way 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

ABUSE

Conversion therapy is not therapy. It is abuse.

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Don't pay attention to the naysayers who say you are an abomination. Just by the fact that you made it this far is a testament to your resilience. Transphobes have never stopped me from being my authentic self.

TREATING OTHERS WITH RESPECT

I treat others the way I want to be treated. No one can tell me that they love all people and hate on others who are different.  As a person of color who 8s transgender and Christian, I know 9thering rather well.

VICTORY!

 In a reversal of one of Donald Trump's initiatives, the rainbow Pride flag can fly in the Stonewall Monument in New York City once again. Three cheers to the folks who were active in this reversal, dealing a blow to the Trump administration's attempt to erase  transgender people's existence and influence in society. 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

2026 NCAA MEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS

 

DIVISION I

DIVISION II

DIVISION III

NAIA

2026 NCAA WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS

 

DIVISION I

DIVISION II

DIVISION III

NAIA

EASTER

 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

2026 NCAA MEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

 FINAL FOUR

LIVING OPENLY

Just living life unfettered by societal expectations is priceless. When I transitioning over twenty years ago, this was what I wanted. Passing was not important to me. 

Today on the day after TDOV. I press on being the best person that I can be. I am comfortable with who I am.

APRIL

 

BE VISIBLE

 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

 

QUOTE