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G. L. Balend

Jul 17, 2021

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The Best Things About Being Trans

Living my truth and changing my perspectives

Photo by Mercedes Mehling on Unsplash

I frequently write about the negative experiences transgender people face, but I want to step back and take a moment to appreciate the good things I have found in being trans.

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Anyone close to me knows I have transitioned. They have watched as my appearance changed…

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G. L. Balend

G. L. Balend

A gay, transgender writer who primarily writes about LGBTQ issues, focused on the transgender community. (He/Him) https://glbalend.medium.com/membership

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