I've been wanting to write this post for a while...and I've thought about it often. when they announced the bruce jenner interview, I was definitely still in denial that something was going on with him...that he was going to announce that he was transgender. not that I was against him being that way, but I think I was just so fascinated by it. I had my DVR set for 2 weeks and on Friday was telling everyone about it. Then I watched it so carefully and hung on every word. and then I watched it 3 more times this past weekend.
as he told his story, I just could never imagine having to be someone i'm not for 65 years. wanting so desperately to just put on nail polish and wear it long enough for it to chip off. or to just wear a dress outside and not care what people said to me. and I could definitely never imagine being watched by america and followed by the paparazzi 24/7 while I was going through all this either.
I could never understand what it's like to live that life, but I could also never understand what it's like to never be myself. Or if I couldn't tell my family or friends who I really am...or if I couldn't tell them about who I loved.
I just want people to be open minded AND have an open heart for all humans. I would never want anyone to stifle me from living my life. We are ALL are people and should be treated as such. Do what makes YOU happy.
I know gay people that are well into their 30's and have to hide it from their parents, friends, and co-workers. So I could never imagine being afraid to tell people about my life...who I loved, who I wanted to be with, what I wanted to wear, etc. Also, this is not a choice. Granted, I'm straight and have never felt adversity like this...but why would anyone CHOOSE to live this life? An unconventional life that would only have people judge you and torment you for the person you are. I could go on forever about my convictions, but i'll stop there.
The discussion on the special was so enlightening and educational. I've seen a few documentaries on the trans community, so I was aware of some of the issues (and I absolutely believe this is a real issue). If you can have an open mind...I highly recommend watching. To hear Bruce tell his story was amazing, heart breaking, and so brave for him to open up about a secret he's been holding on to for 65+ years that very few knew.
I love James Corden and I love what he had to say about it...
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Love this. Couldn't have said it better myself. I was so inspired by him and so proud of him for finally be able to share who he really is. We live in a sad world where people get joy out of tearing others down because they aren't like them. I will never understand what happened to our world but my first reaction is to blame social media.
Beautiful post.
I stayed up late just to watch this interview after Jack went to bed. I too was in denial about what Bruce was going to announce. But, after hearing him tell his story - about the pain & hiding he's done all of these years, it made me very sad for him. He is certainly brave for coming out now & especially with the world having him under a microscope!
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