Just thought I should post a thanks to paperdollsforboys for her genius in helping me name this blog. Since “fairy boy” really would not fly well, and it’s about all I could think of because of this boy’s obsession with all things fairy-related, she helped me piece it together.
And it really is a smashing name since what we’re talking about here is moving beyond the labels that folks just want to smack right onto you the moment your born, or you are seen on an ultrasound, whenever. So here’s to bucking the labels that caused us to receive shirts with trucks, monsters, and baseballs on them (not that we don’t like numbers 1 and 3, it’s just not what one should ASSUME our boy likes).
Thanks, T.
Love the name of your blog. Kids are interesting, and they’ll be who they’re going to be. I have two sons, one pretty macho and one pretty sweet. They’re both turning into fine young men. Enjoy the ride!
Thank you for reading our commentary on the NPR piece about transgender identifying children – and their parents. One of our cast members identifies as transgender, and this piece truly struck a chord. Thank you for sharing your experience. Best wishes, and bless the child.
Respectfully,
Alex