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raven mad

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4. This story made me shiver. Literally. And it's common. And it's terrifying.

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Tue Mar 4, 2014, 08:49 PM

Mar 2014

My very closest friend is transgendered, and an ex-Marine who served with extreme valor in Gulf War 1. Literal chest full of medals.

Now she is who she is and is married to a wonderful guy; the ceremony was by her mom, a Methodist minister. It was beautiful, and about 17 years ago, and legal.

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Police investigate assault of transgender teen in high school bathroom [View all] The Straight Story Mar 2014 OP

k&r for wider exposure uppityperson Mar 2014 #1

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This story made me shiver. Literally. And it's common. And it's terrifying. raven mad Mar 2014 #4

Kick Cha Mar 2014 #5

Don't jump to conclusions 4now Mar 2014 #6

I posted that and update in this op :) (nt) The Straight Story Mar 2014 #7