January 31, 2025 - Hold On

Today I want to encourage everyone, but especially those in the trans community. Yes, it can be stressful, difficult, and even frightening to think about the things the president says, but please know there are advocates who will work to make things better and safe. 

If you are so blessed to have parents who love you, support and stand up for you, grandparents, extended family, and friends who do the same, then surround yourself with these people and look for more of these people in groups such as the Trevor Project. If you do not know about them, you will find them at this link. I saw a wonderful post from them, which I'm sharing here - 

They are absolutely right - "You are worthy of love, peace, and belonging. No matter what, you are not alone. Your life matters and you deserve to live it fully, unapologetically."

Hold on to this. Hold on to the people who love you - accept their love and support, and be sure to love and support them back. Remember, there may be times when you have disagreements and even arguments with people who love you. But please don't let the stress of what is happening come between you and the people who love you. Having a support system of people who love you truly matters. So, Hold on. 

I want to send you a virtual "hug" for today - You matter. You deserve to be loved and are loved - I love you! You make our world a better place - we need you in this world. I hope you have people around you who tell you these things, but if not, please let me be someone who does. Yes, I say this every day, but these words are true and will always be so. You will find the video at this link.