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I don't usually talk

But I have been lately. To-date I've spoken on two panels in the past 2 weeks with my partner. The first was about relationships and of course we were the odd people out (the only queer couple out of two other hetro couples). So that was awkward. We gave great advice. Told our story about our experiences being with one another, but I don't think they could get past the trans thing with me. The other panel we spoke on was one on spirituality and reconciling that with our sexuality. Once again, couldn't get past the trans identity on my side. I'm not really sure where to stand on this. I want to educate people about trans identified people but in the right forum. The spirituality peace I feel like I didn't speak on anything concerning my spirituality and how that has affected my sexuality and vise versa. It doesn't help that I am shy in front of a lot of people (which is another reason why it is strange that I am in front of all these people). One piece of advice ...

Men's conference

Really excited about this one. In April I will be attending my first Men's Conference. Infinity Diamond Club out of Durham, NC have hosted a Woman's Conference for I think 4 years now. This year will be the first Men's Conference that will be happening along side the Woman's Conference the same weekend. While I will be attending a little bit of both the conferences, I'm really excited to be included with the men this year. As I stated in my intro, I am trans. I have just recently began to embrace this identity, but just because you embrace, doesn't mean others will. I'm not sure how I will be received. While the LGBT community is ostracized from the rest of the community, the T in this acronym is often times ostracized from the LG community (the B gets it too, as quiet as that is kept). Either way, I am excited to be registered for the Men's conference. It is very much a feeling of belonging. While I really do like the Women's conference and was will...