I just wanted everyone to know my sister (she adopted me when I started to transition) is going to the Army Basic training Tuesday, and while I am terribly proud of her, I am scared and sad at the same time. I have my many ups and downs as we are very close and we have been inseparable for 6 or 7 months. I am amazed at the openness and acceptance of this younger generation. I have received so much support from so many 20-30 year olds, and while females are more quickly to accept me, many 25 - 35 year old men have defended me when others were verbally tearing me down.
I am really going to miss her smile and personality. A little bit of my sunshine will be gone while we are apart. Please pray for her safety as she is becoming a Combat Medic.
Thanks all
Kendra
Addition: My sister's name is Bri (well Brianne) and she is the greatest. I have to laugh as I am 50 and she is 25, and we have become family; she has helped me, and I have helped her. I often think she has given more in our relationship, but she insists this is not so. Anyway, I will update this as she goes through her new life.
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In my prayers
I will remember her; would you share a nickname..if that's okay?
"She was born for all the wrong reasons but grew up for all the right ones." Che Dio ti benedica! 'drea
Love, Andrea Lena
Kendra
Be sure to write often as it will make a difference when the time comes. We all pray that your sister achieves her dreams and has a career the length she wants while serving in the Military.
Hugs
Jayme Ann
The answers to all of life's questions can be found in the face of a true friend
The answers to all of life's questions can be found in the face of a true friend
She has my support and goodwill.
May the reality match up to her ideals. Tell her to read up on her Kipling.