Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity.
~W. Clement Stone, Businessman (1902-2002)
Friday, April 26, 2024
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Monday, April 22, 2024
Friday, April 19, 2024
MANY ANTI-LGBTQ+BILLS ARE FAILING
I read an article where many anti-LGBTQ+ bills are not passing. The initial fervor of this dangerous legislation is losing steam, thank goodness. These bills would harms many people. LGBTQ+ people want to live their lives i peace. I wonder why some people are obsessed with what we do.
We work, pay taxes, are creative, and raise families. I believe that some people in power understand that these bills will hurt not only the folks affected but the reputations of those particular state. Common sense is prevailing, mercifully.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Friday, April 12, 2024
Tuesday, April 09, 2024
Sunday, April 07, 2024
EASTER AND TRANS DAY OF VISIBILITY
Last Sunday, Easter and Transgender Day of Visibility fell on the same day. Some people about lost their minds because this happened. They thought it to be sacrilege because trans people were celebrating who they were on a holy day.
Easter was the day that Jesus was resurrected from the dead. Trans people were resurrected from a life of misery to becoming their authentic selves. Jesus died for EVERYBODY! Trans people are part of God's wonderful design.
Easter comes on various dates. March 31st is the actual day of Trans Day Of Visibility. The day was created in 2009. It just happened to fall on Easter this year. Instead of folks being riled up, they need to be thankful for a merciful Jesus who paid for our sins so we wouldn't.
As a Christian who happens to be trans, I'm thankful for God's mercy. I'm thankful that He has embraced me as his child. His grace and mercy is available to all.
Saturday, April 06, 2024
GENEVIEVE'S GEMS
There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that's your own self.
~Aldous Huxley, Novelist (1894-1963)
Wednesday, April 03, 2024
Monday, April 01, 2024
CHRISTIAN AND TRANS
I attended Easter services on Sunday. It was also Transgender Day of Visibility. This is the first time this has happened. It reminded of the time I reconciled being transgender as well as being a Christian.
Easter is very important to me because I understand what Christ's resurrection meant for me personally. Coming out as trans was a resurrection from my old life to transgender.
In due time the apostles lives would be forever changed. My life has changed both spiritually and personally. Alleluia!
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Friday, March 08, 2024
GENEVIEVE'S GEMS
The attitude is very important. Because, your behavior radiates how you feel.
Lou Ferrigno, Actor (b.1952)
Thursday, March 07, 2024
Tuesday, March 05, 2024
LEAVE YOUR FOOTPRINT
Live your reality. There may be someone watching you who is struggling who may draw confidence in taking the next step.
Sunday, March 03, 2024
SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE
I thought much about Nex Benedict, the non binary 16 year old student who died as a result of a February 8th beating by three girls at their high school. Nex and other students had been bullied for over a year
Oklahoma is not friendly to LGBTQ+ folks. There are a number for anti- trans bills. With the anti trans rhetoric being spewed, it gives the haters permission to harm trans and non binary folks. This is dangerous and creates fear for other people who don't fit the mold.
Nex was a straight A student who had dreams and goals. She was living her reality. The school did nothing to stop the bullying of Nex and others. The administration needs to held accountable As well as the three girls who beat her.
My heart goes out to Nex's family and friends.
Friday, March 01, 2024
GENEVIEVE'S GEMS
Time and memory are true artists; they remold reality nearer to the heart's desire.
~John Dewey, Philosopher (1859-1952)
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
REMEMBER NEX
Nex Benedict, a 16 year old non binary student died from the injuries she suffered from a beating by three students in a high school in Owassa, Oklahoma. There have been numerous memorials for Nex.
She was bullied because she lived her life openly. I hope that the attackers will be published for their crimes. Please pray for her family and friends.
Friday, February 23, 2024
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Friday, February 16, 2024
GENEVIEVE'S GEMS
Everybody has their own story; everybody has their own journey.
~Thalia, Musician (b. 1971)
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
VARIED LIFE
This past Sunday I shared my testimony at service as part of Black History Month. I shared how my faith has shaped me as a black trans person.
My life has been varied having been in many arenas. Farm work, messenger, college, military service, clerk, technician. My transition was a gradual process, having discovered my transgender identity as a middle age adult.
I pray that someone was touched by my testimony. As far as I know, I'm the only trans person in the congregation. There may be someone who is struggling that I don't know. I pray that my words will help them in their journey.
Friday, February 09, 2024
Thursday, February 08, 2024
SHARING MY STORY
During Black History Month, I will be sharing my life story during a Sunday service. I'm looking forward to it.
Friday, February 02, 2024
Saturday, January 27, 2024
COMMENTARY
I watched a program on YouTube which featured a debate between trans women vs conservative women. It was interesting listening to each person's thoughts.
The conservative women agreed that trans women go through a lot. I don't believe they fully grasp what being transgender is about but they doing feel for trans people and the struggles that go though.
The conversation was civil and informative. One concern I have is straight folks having difficulty wrapping their heads around the transgender experience. Trans people have been around as long as life has existed. We just want to live our lives in peace.
Friday, January 26, 2024
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
NOT ALL ALIKE
The LGBTQ+ community is not a monolithic voting group. There are people of numerous political persuasions.
Saturday, January 20, 2024
FINAL THOUGHTS ON 2023 COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON
BEST TEAM- MICHIGAN
OVERRATED- TEXAS
UNDERRATED- MISSOURI, OKLAHOMA
FEEL GOOD STORY- ARIZONA
UNDER THE RADAR- KANSAS, MISSISSIPPI
DISAPPOINTING- NORTH CAROLINA
THEY WAS ROBBED- FLORIDA STATE
Friday, January 19, 2024
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Friday, January 12, 2024
GENEVIEVE'S GEMS
It is not how old you are, but how you are old.
~Jules Renard, Dramatist (1864-1910)
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Tuesday, January 09, 2024
Monday, January 08, 2024
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