Transgender 20/20 last week
Last week ABC's 20/20 did a show on transgender youth and the stories these three children shared were so powerful that my coworkers are still talking about them. Quickly after I mentioned this class and the final presentation my group and I did on transgender and intersex individuals they urged me to include some of these stories or clips into the presentation. Due to timing, here are the text stories from all three children and a link to 20/20's website if you want to view clips of the episode aired 4/28
http://abcnews.go.com/2020/story?id=3072518&page=1
http://abcnews.go.com/2020/story?id=3077906&page=1
http://abcnews.go.com/2020/story?id=3088298&page=1
And ABC's website if you want to watch clips http://abcnews.go.com/2020/
Comments
These are my brothers and sisters and i wish them the best of luck. And i wanted to thank their families for being supportive of them believe me when i tell you your child is greatfull, my family never accepted me.
Posted by: Sophia Fiona Meisha | March 13, 2008 09:18 AM
I also congradulate you all on your courage. I also have a transgendered daughter her name is Ashley and you may have seen her and I on the Montel Show. I think that my daughter is one of the bravest people I know itis not easy to stand up for yourself and you all deserve praise. good Luck always.
Love toni and ashley
Posted by: Toni Ugalde | March 19, 2008 07:44 PM
I also congradulate you all on your courage. I also have a transgendered daughter her name is Ashley and you may have seen her and I on the Montel Show. I think that my daughter is one of the bravest people I know itis not easy to stand up for yourself and you all deserve praise. good Luck always.
Love toni and ashley
Posted by: Toni Ugalde | March 19, 2008 07:44 PM
I also congradulate you all on your courage. I also have a transgendered daughter her name is Ashley and you may have seen her and I on the Montel Show. I think that my daughter is one of the bravest people I know itis not easy to stand up for yourself and you all deserve praise. good Luck always.
Love toni and ashley
Posted by: Toni Ugalde | March 19, 2008 07:44 PM
were they born boys and now girls. or are they girls wanting 2 be boys i really don't understand the pictures. they are gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LUV MRS.NANCE
Posted by: shakeylah nance | April 2, 2008 11:37 AM
Gender has no boundaries. Chances are that these kids will face difficulties in life, harassment and hate from ignorant, malicious people who are afraid of what is unusual, what they deem 'unnatural'. They will have a tough time in society, but it is my hope that they stay strong, persevere, and live life to it's fullest!
-NigelDamas
PS: These really are some adorable pictures.
Posted by: Nigel Damas | April 9, 2008 11:09 PM
wow - as a transgender sudo mouse i applaud this story.
heart warming,
che fudge like red rooster all
Posted by: alex romchefudge | May 11, 2008 02:56 PM
Is this a psychological disease?
Posted by: Me | May 22, 2008 07:46 PM
No, this is not a psychological disease.
It is a preference and belief that one is living in the wrong body, it is as much of a disease as liking apples over oranges.
Posted by: J.D | July 26, 2008 07:41 PM
I LOVE CHICKS WITH DICKS. TITS AND COCK, THE BEST. ITS NOT WRONG SUCKING A DICK IF YOUR A GUY, IF ITS A GIRL'S DICK
Posted by: DIXRSMALL | August 1, 2008 06:48 PM
I think it's amazing how brave these children are, and how understanding their parents are. I'm only 22 and not ready to have children but when one day I do and my if child goes through this I'm glad that I will have a better understanding because of these brave souls and will be able to help them on their way to being as they see themselves.
Thank you to all the parents for loving your children for who they are, not who society thinks they should be. I think that having parents that love them for who they are means more than anything, you've given these children so much and I'm sure that God is smiling because of you.
Posted by: Jennifer | August 10, 2008 01:37 AM
These kids have more guts than most adults do. Life is a one shot deal, and it's awesome that they get to live it the way they want to, and are so fortunate that their parents are so supportive. I cried when I saw the special. These children are beautiful inspirations. They have my upmost support.
Posted by: Olga Paredes | September 23, 2008 07:51 PM