More of the same.

I'm a bit of a recluse at times. I actually prefer my own company, can keep myself amused indefinitely and enjoy solitude. This doesn't happen often but I never complain when the opportunity arises. If you are a wife and/or mother, you know. Lately my quiet moments have been filled with 'the sad' and this is never enjoyable. I wallow and flop around in my own self-pity. It's not cute and rather pathetic. "Ain't Nobody Got Time For That." as Sweet Brown would say. But this too comes with my territory. Anyway, if I stop writing for some time, this is why. My brain can't manage full sentences during these times and it doesn't give a shit either. Ah well, it's starting to pass so all is well again.

I managed to finish The Transgender Child on Saturday. I have to say that the last 2 chapters were probably the most helpful for me. They cover medical and legal issues, giving lots of sites and addresses for help, if needed. I will hang onto this one as it may prove to be a valuable resource in the future. Next, I did pick up The Transgender Guidebook: Keys to a successful transition by Anne Boedecker, PhD. I've only read a few pages but it has a very different tone to it, you can tell its geared toward adults. 

On Sunday Alex and I had lunch with a friend of his and her mother. They have been experiencing many of the manifestation behaviors that Alex has experience with. Alex's friend is not transgender but is dealing with many issues that ( I think) are triggering these behaviors. It's scary for them. I'll be as helpful as I can but the key is building a trust between them as mother and daughter. I'm always here and will never judge. :-)

My senior project was rejected at first by my mentor. Too broad of a subject. Today I narrowed it down. The title is Neuroanatomical Differences Between Transsexuals and Cissexuals. I wrote my abstract and submitted it to the committee for consideration. I won't know if they approve it for a week or so. If they do, then I will present findings in front of a huge room of visiting professionals and school staff and peers. I'm not nervous...yet.

And lastly, I was contacted today by the GP. She found another endocrinologist that works with kids and made us an appointment for Feb. 20. After having the last couple cancelled out from under us, we are not getting our hopes up too high yet.  More crossing of fingers. 

Alex 2/9