BE VIGILANT

Three trans women of color have been murdered in the past two weeks. Yesterday I read of a trans woman in Mexico who was decapitated. Attacks against TGLBQ have ramped up since President Trump has become president. As trans people we must be vigilant in these troubling times. We have every right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. 

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

When government-in pursuit of good intentions-tries to rearrange the economy, legislate morality, or help special interests, the cost come in inefficiency, lack of motivation, and loss of freedom. Government should be a referee, not an active player.

~Milton Friedman, Economist (1912-2006)

ALREADY

It's amazing that already the run to the 2020 presidential election has begun. Sad if you ask me. Who's working on behalf of us citizens in resolving the issues that really concern us? All the innuendos, backbiting, infighting and the other nonsense. I also see a serious lack of anyone with moral and spiritual positives.

MOM' S DAY

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Motherhood is a great honor and privilege, yet it is also synonymous with servanthood. Every day women are called upon to selflessly meet the needs of their families. Whether they are awake at night nursing a baby, spending their time and money on less-than-grateful teenagers, or preparing meals, moms continuously put others before themselves.

~Charles Stanley

BEEN A WHILE

It's been a while since the last post. Easter was very good. I enjoy the Easter season much. Got caught in other stuff also. I recently attended a memorial for a friend.  There's been so much happening in the world that I'm trying to keep up with. I will be posting my thoughts about many subjects in the coming days.

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Nature always wear the colors of the spirit.

~Ralph Waldo Emerson

PASSOVER

Happy Passover to all my Jewish friends.

DOCUMENTARY

A documentary about International Chrysis (1951-1990),  an icon in the drag scene in the 1970s and 1980s in the East Village will be shown at the IFC Center on Monday, May 13, at 8PM.

 I just stumbled upon this a few days ago. The drag scene was pretty big back in the day and I want to know more about International Chrysis and others like her.

TRANS BAN NOW IN EFFECT

With the president's edict to bar transgender people from serving in the military, my resolve is strengthened in that I will not be erased.

Many good soldiers will not be able to serve. Some may be drummed out of the service. This is similar to 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' which many gay and lesbian troops were dismissed.

I am a veteran and trans. I find this law without merit. A number of these service member are in high security positions which are not easy to fill. The military has to maintain a quota each month. Finding top quality is not easy and even more difficult to replace.

I am appalled by this. The final say on trans people's careers were decided by a five time draft dodger and a person in denial of his own sexuality. A real shame.

MARCH AND RALLY FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

DIVISION I MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

People who trash others because they are different shows how miserable they are. It's a reflection on THEM.

~Genevieve

TRANSGENDER

A friend on the net was insulted by a transsexual woman because she has not had surgery. Statements like this divide the trans community.

Transgender is an umbrella term who covers many expressions and identities. Many people, like myself, elect to not have surgery or take hormones. Just because many don't have the surgery or take hormones does not invalidate us as trans people. I still get stares and looks. There are people who wish us harm whether or not we have had surgery.

Those people who belittle others because they haven't surgery are often dealing with their own insecurities. I came out as transgender nearly 14 years ago and have never been happier. And fidn't have surgery. Each perdon has to do what's best for them. No one should be put into a box because some small group wants to set the narrative for everyone else. This is harmful, divisive and shuts others out. I don't want any part of this.

MORE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS

MEN

DIVISION I           

DIVISION II

WOMEN

DIVISION I

DIVISION II

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!!!!

HONORED

I was honored to open Sunday service on this Transgender Day Of Visibility. It was the call to worship and the opening prayer.

I am out to my church family and probably some folks for the first time heard from a trans woman. The assistant pastor was very pleased and wants to talk with the senior minister (speaking at our sister church) about something in the future.

LUBBOCK CHRISTIAN ON TOP OF WORLD

The Division II Women's Basketball Championship goes to the Chapparals of Lubbock Christian.

CONGRATULATIONS! LADY CHAPS!

BEARCATS WIN!

Congratulations to the Bearcats winning the Division II men's basketball championship.

Northwest Missouri St.- 64

Point Loma Nazarine- 58

GENEVIEVE'S GEMS

Right and wrong are not relative terms. They are fundamental truths. Evil flourishes, but good men continue to battle it-and win. 


~Mike Gallagher