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Obama makes history with social secretary pick

http://voices.washingtonpost.com/44/2011/02/white-house-anno...

The White House made history in two ways Friday, when it announced Jeremy Bernard as its new social secretary -- the first man and the first openly gay person to fill that role.

Bernard, who is currently the Senior Advisor to the Ambassador at the U.S. Embassy in Paris, will replace Julianna Smoot, the White House announced.

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Questions about a "Transformation" site/store

Hello all :)

In my perusings I came across the site http://www.transformation.co.uk/en/home and wondered what other people thought about it? It looks like some of their products may be wonderful for the TG community. Artificial breasts, vaginas...etc. Looks like they may be of nice quality and would certainly be desirable. I don't know if the prices are reasonable as I don't shop for things like that.

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PC or non-PC

This news item on the main page of the big provider here in Switzerland.

An airline is opening up, and 4 of the latest recruits for cabin staff are TS!

The report is of course in German, and I don't have time right now to translate it all, but will do, probably tomorrow some time.

The airline chief is reported to be pleased and is wanting more TS employees.

http://www.bluewin.ch/de/index.php/208,16647/?asset_id=76326

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Police Shooting Update

They arrested a 16 Y O who confessed to the crime ,They interviewed his dad who broke down in his apollogy to the family and police force . Dad just said where did I go wrong! How does a 16 Y O get a gun ? also the cop was not wearing a vest and took multible shots to the chest.This was number 6 this year in Florida and it's only February OMG. Thanks to all who responded to my first blog HUGS RICHIE2

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how many!

i experienced profound abuse from parents and peers and as a 4ft 6in 80 lb 8th grader was an easy target, not to mention my less than macho mannerisms and attitudes. i repeated the 8th grade and experienced a growth spurt in the summer between the two eighths, ending up at five six and about 115 lbs. by the time i was a sophomore i was 5'11" and a 120 lbs. i never did really fill out. at 28 i was five eleven and a half inches and 135 lbs and starting my first year of recovery from alcoholism and addiction.

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Police Shootimgs

There have been many Police officer killed in the line of duty GOD BLEES THEM ALL , here in the Tampa /St. Petersberg Florida there have been 5 shootings in the past 6 months with 3 in St Petersberg in the last 30 days all from normal traffic stops or prowler calls. It's a sad day in america when even armed cops are not safe.When did it become open season for cops?? THANKS FOR LETTING ME RANT AND GET THIS OFF MY CHEST---A VERY SAD RICHIE2

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redman's blog: maybe an author, praise rants and ideas.

i don't have a clue, and never have. all i know is i really enjoy this genre, especially the science fiction and full genenetic changes. my favorites currently are the centerverse, randalynn's firefly fan fic, duty honor country family, not to mention just about anything by julie o and bob arnold.

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Civil unions passed by Hawaii Legislature

This was on Cox Cable News Headlines! Richard

Civil unions passed by Hawaii Legislature, bill sent to governor for final approval
02-16-2011 03:06 PM PST |By MARK NIESSE, Associated Press
HONOLULU (Associated Press) --
The Hawaii Legislature approved a bill on Wednesday allowing civil unions for same-sex couples, sending the measure to the governor, who has said he will sign it into law.

Democratic Gov. Neil Abercrombie's office said he intends to sign the bill within 10 days, and civil unions would begin Jan. 1, 2012.

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hot to cold

WOW what a differance a day makes yesterday it was 55 degrees and today as of now it is 26 degrees LOL I hope for more heat to help melt the ice that has built up on the roof edge need to get rid of it before it backes up inot /under the roof tile and cause damage already has a leak so I had to climb up and shovel and sprinkle some ice melter yeasterday wheil it could do the most good and WOW I can see a few tile's shure has been a weird winter good thing for my lap kitty good source of heat and helps me relax hope everyone stays safe and warm

christi

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Looking for a story

Can anyone help me find this story? Some of the characters have a special implanted organ which allows them to shapeshift and modify their bodies. There's conspiracy, action, revenge. At one point the main character becomes a medusa-like tall creature with skin like stone. At yet another chapter the main character gets stuck as a mermaid-like creature. The main character starts out plotting revenge, becomes a villain, then becomes good again. I've been trying out various keywords but just can't find it. Thanks in advance!

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U.K. reportedly to allow same-sex unions in church

The following was on MSB.com for Europe web site! Richard

U.K. reportedly to allow same-sex unions in church
Move would bring Britain closer to countries such as the Netherlands and Canada
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The British government is drafting plans to allow same-sex civil unions to be celebrated in churches and other places of worship, according to media reports.

Lynne Featherstone, the Liberal Democrat equalities minister, will soon outline plans to lift the current ban on civil partnerships being conducted in places of worship, The Telegraph reported.

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High School Senior "Comes Out" in Assembly

Just found this on another website. Maria Carrillo High School senior Kayla Kearney comes out to her high school, in an assembly honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Jan 13 and 14, 2011.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InN6bt0B8x0&feature=related

A very gutsy girl, and very well-spoken.

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A Article from the The Associated Press Copyright 2011

Amid setbacks and widespread bias, transgender-rights activists seek new strategies
02-03-2011 09:20 PM PST |By DAVID CRARY, AP National Writer
NEW YORK (Associated Press) --
Many transgender Americans face intolerance in almost every aspect of their lives, contributing to high levels of homelessness, unemployment and despair, according to a comprehensive survey being released Friday.

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Not TG but Priceless



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The light turned yellow, just in front of him. He did the right thing, stopping at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by accelerating through the intersection.
The tailgating woman was furious and honked her horn, screaming in frustration, as she missed her chance to get through the intersection, dropping her cell phone and makeup.
As she was still in mid-rant, she heard a tap on her window and looked up into the face of a very serious police officer.
The officer ordered her to exit her car with her hands up.

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FYI TG Anime

Hope it's OK to post this. Just started watching new anime on a site I frequent that is tg themed. Hourou Musuko.

Plot Summary: Shuicihi Nitori appears to be a shy and quiet preteen boy, when he transfers to a new school he quickly makes friends with the tomboyish Yoshino Takatsuki who sits next to him. It soon becomes apparent that both Shucihi and Yoshino are more than simply a sensitive boy and masculine girl, they both are transgendered. Together they decide to take the first steps toward becoming the people they want to be.

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Things wrong with life.

The main constant in life, is to suffer mental anguish over things that happen that you have no control over, and can do nothing about!
-Quincy Kurtz

Sanity is overrated and it is only in the mind of the beholder
-Quincy Kurtz

If the reason for insanity is the world we live in, the world inside our heads is our salvation.
-Quincy Kurtz

Sanity is like a dry twig, apply too much force and it will snap.
-Quincy Kurtz

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Old Electronics stuff

With all of the members and readers we have here, I thought I might inquire about something. A while back, my job revoked our permission to use a laptop or dvd player while working. We still have permission to read during down periods and on break. Being hard headed, and very cheap, I decided to do it the hard way. I located and purchased a like new IPAQ 1910, from back in 2002. I figured for 40.00 it would make things easier for me, and my buddy could buy a tank of gas. He gave me a 64 Mb card with it.

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TG story at SpearfishLakeTales.com

One of my favorite online writers has started posting a new book at his website: http://www.spearfishlaketales.com/17gm/gm.htm

The name of the book is, "The Girl in the Mirror" and you can probably make some guesses based on the book teaser below.

Wes has published some really good books online and self published. As far as I know this is his first that deals with a tg theme.

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Just a note about Sapphire's Place

In case.... for those that missed it.... good news... a quote from her post

SAPPHIRE'S PLACE

First I want to give a HUGE thanks to Nora! The first I got any info
was when she called me on the phone!

The domain reg had expired, and since the last time I had to renew
it, I got the " 10 year" package, and I lost track of time ( and got
NO NOTICE from Network Solutions! )

Looking over the info the registrant info they have, it seems they
sent the renewal notice to Mindy! ( for those with LONG memories,
they might remember that FM/Mindy hosted the site long ago - well

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Art imitating life? TG Fiction...

I've pointed a couple of people to the stories written by Wes Boyd, at http://www.spearfishlaketales.com (Spearfish Lake Tales), but the latest story has taken an interesting turn.

The story is called "The Girl In The Mirror", and is part of what he calls the Bradford Exiles series.

What's shocking about it? Well, he's hit chapter 2, and the character that's described is a M2F transsexual (intersexed). The time period is based upon the graduating class of 1988, with this being the 10 year reunion. (I graduated in 90, so I have no problem envisioning this)

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What Religion is Your Bra?

A friend sent this to me and I thought some of you might get a giggle out of it.

What Religion is Your Bra?

A man walked into the ladies department of a Macy's and shyly walked up to the woman behind the counter and said,
"I'd like to buy a bra for my wife. "

"What type of bra?" asked the clerk.

"Type?" inquires the man, "There's more than one type?"

"Look around," said the saleslady, as she showed a sea of bras in every shape, size, color and material imaginable.

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Supreme Court rejects appeal to force DC ballot measure

Supreme Court rejects appeal to force DC ballot measure against gay marriage

01-18-2011 07:12 AM PST
WASHINGTON (Associated Press) --
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from opponents of same-sex marriage who want to overturn the District of Columbia's gay marriage law.

The court did not comment Tuesday in turning away a challenge from a Maryland pastor and others who are trying to get a measure on the ballot to allow Washingtonians to vote on a measure that defines marriage as between a man and a woman.

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Another TG Murder

http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/blog/?p=11354

A transgender woman was found apparently stabbed to death in her downtown Minneapolis apartment on Monday. Chrissie Bates, 45, is Minneapolis’ first homicide victim of 2011. A concerned family member called building management and asked them to check on Chrissy, which is when the employee found Chrissy and called 911.

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Amanda's Eyes - Chapter 17 posted on Fictioneer

I've posted chapter 17 of Amanda's Eyes on Fictioneer. As before, no tg content but a good dose of teen angst and romance. Some here have shown interest.

http://fictioneer.org/content/amandas-eyes-chapter-17-boo

Amanda finds some friends, Ken does an over the top halloween display and we see Kelly starting to understand what she's done.

Enjoy!
Woody

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Bridges and the Town of Fairbanks.

I just wanted to make it clear the town of Fairbanks in my story isn't located in Alaska it's a town I made up in Alberta. It is not in Alaska. I made sure to mention that the town was in Alberta. And Just to Clarify things, Bridgeview is made up as well.

Sorry for any confusion everyone.
Bailey.

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Princess Boys

Did anyone watch the Today Show this morning? They ran a segment on a 5 year old boy who likes to wear sparkly pink dresses and do other "girl" things. He started this when he was about 2. His mother said that she was uncomfortable with this at first and tried to distract him with saying "Why don't you play with this truck?" or other "boy" toys. After a while his older brother asked "Why can't you just let him be happy?" (Out of the mouths of babes!!) The mother then realised that this was HER problem and not his, and now supports him.

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My Health & BLOOD TRANSFUSSIONS

Well 2010 was a good and bad year normal sickness for a guy of 61 and 400 pounds then on April 28 had bariatric surgery and in the next 8 months lost 110 pounds WOOHOO November 22 saw my Urologist implant wires to my bladder to help with control from wetting to not being able to go (what fun) November 27 my BFF died on Decenber 6 had the battery pack implanted in my back IT'S WORKING (Doc did something right) and to end the year I got a bleed on the Bariatric incission and almost bled out --- 1 Day ICU and 4 units of blood 3 more day in the hospital ( for those who know my hemogloban counts wa

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Bridges 15 recipes

Okay I'm putting up the recipes by PM request for some of Chuck's recipes in this last chapter.

1. Chickengasmic Fried Chicken.

Take a whole cut up chicken this recipe does one lot of this size at a time.

Step 1 Marinating your chicken: In a large bowl put your chicken in buttermilk and black pepper and the zest and juice of one lemon. Cover and let this sit as long as you can. Overnight is best.

Step 2 First dredging: Take the chicken out and now roll in in cornstarch and shake it clean. This will help the batter to stick to the chicken.

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Pleased with myself...but

Today I went shopping at Target (one of the chain stores in Australia). The thing is that I only recently gave myself the go ahead to crossdress. Even if it has mostly been at home (I live on my own). The only time I went into the city with womens clothes was on halloween, and even then some guy on the train did a double take when seeing me - this sort of freaked me out - I'm really worried about being seen in public.

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Cell Phone Formatting

I've noticed that different stories appear differently on my cellphone. Just for the record: I have an LG Quantum (just released with Windows Mobile 7). I'll use two examples that are currently on the BC front page: "A Fortuitous Adventure: or, how I got my first job" by Louise Anne and "The Experiment: Part 10" by Donjo. Please note, I'm not singling out these two stories for any reason other than I looked at them on my smartphone.

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!

Today everyone was the 4 month anniversary of me and Jonelle formally letting you all know that we're together. I'm not sure when you actually should start counting these things I think 6 months is an important one too...anyways, seeing as it falls so nicely between X-mas and New years I'm sharing this with all of you and saying it to her.

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