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So, I know it has been awhile. I have so many positive things to share and also some negative ones. So the Fall semester hit me like a freight truck. I had forgotten the inevitable stress that went along with being on student government. Luckily, I survived. The highlights of the fall semester are that I, with the support of the student body and government, began a campaign to get a gender neutral bathroom on campus. In doing so I’ve had the privilege of representing our community at my school and alerting the faculty and staff of the issues that will and have arisen for many transgender students.
We will see a gender neutral bathroom in the middle of campus. It has been approved, and is currently being planned.
The second victory, is a personal one. I started Testosterone on November 19th, 2015. And the following week I got a tattoo to commemorate that event.
I have certainly found out a lot about myself since doing so. I’ve found I am an introvert, I like Cars, I’ve begun painting, and I love physical activity. A few of my tastes have changed, and I like it. I no longer feel restless and anxious all the time. 
This Spring Semester is half over for me, and I find myself enjoying life more than ever before. Though I know I still have a lot of work ahead, I wanted all of you to know that I didn’t fall off the face of the earth. 
Since the school year has begun I have not quit in my goal to bring transgender, and non-binary gender identities into the spotlight in gender education. Hopefully I will get to post again soon.

 

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Hey Ben!

Great to hear from you, and I'm so happy to hear about your success with the bathroom, starting T, and mostly, feeling good in your very own skin. I think that's awesome. 

What are you studying in school, by the way? Hope this semester is a great one for you.

Hugs,

Emma

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Hiya Ben. Good to hear Your news Young Man. Congratulations on starting Testosterone. Well Done with the Gender-Neutral Bathroom. Also, I love the Tattoo! You look a very happy and contented, Handsome Young Man. Ben, Thank You so much, for helping to Promote the Trans' cause, in such big way's. You Can be Very Proud of Yourself. Ben, Have a Good Day Young Man. Take Care, And My Very Best Wishes, Hugs, Stephanie. 

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Hey Ben!

Great to hear from you, and I'm so happy to hear about your success with the bathroom, starting T, and mostly, feeling good in your very own skin. I think that's awesome. 

What are you studying in school, by the way? Hope this semester is a great one for you.

Hugs,

Emma

​Hi Emma!

So far this Semester has been a lesson in patience, I'm studying Sociology with a focus in gender. Thank you for your support! Feeling comfortable in my own skin has made my life a lot more manageable. How are you?

sincerely,

Ben

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