Recent Transgender Articles
I Went Back to Church
Cate was feeling the need for a spiritual dimension in her life. The “old time” religion just wouldn’t do since all attempts to engage with it resulted in no reply. She looked around a bit and investigated other faith communities. Learn what she found in today’s blog.
Battle Bullying
I got an email from Senator Al Franken the other day. I often open his emails since he used to be a comedy writer and he tends to add a bit of humor to his pleas for campaign donations. This email wasn’t one of those perpetual fundraising messages though. It was a call to fight […]
The Week In Transgenderism 7/13/15
It’s all the transgender news we could find and assemble in one place — The Week In Transgenderism. Today we learn about a pop metal singer named Ladybeard. We find out that West Virginia has modified their driver’s license photo rules. Outfest is screening several trans-centric films in L.A. We also learn who are the most memorable trans characters in indie film. There’s news about voice programs for TG kids, the most spectacular drag shows in the world, and Caitlyn Jenner. Oh, and Big Freedia has written a book. It’s all in TWIT!
Flowers in the Wheatfield
Sophie Lynne is drawn back to Gettysburg, the scene of one of the most important engagements on the Civil War. It’s a peaceful place now but over three days in 1863 thousands of men on both sides met their deaths on those fields. Sophie goes to remember and also to learn a lesson in the pervasiveness of life.
A Christine-Jane Cartoon 7/15
Christine-Jane has been commenting on the crossdressing lifestyle for years. First appearing in trans-magazines and newsletters before there was an Internet, she now comes to TGForum to skewer crossdresser foibles and fears with her pens and pencils. Today: “Out of the Mouths of Babes.”
The Occasional Woman — Keep it Cool
Much of the U.S. is blanketed in high temperatures and while fun in the sun is what many call it to those of us who prefer to present ourselves in ladylike attire it can be a trial and tribulation to look good and not be coated in a layer of “dew.” Lorraine Anderson has some hints on how to look cool in the heat.
The Moral Dilemma of GRS
As Amanda nears the time when she will be ready to go for GRS she encounters articles by so-called experts who liken reassignment surgery to mutilation. While she realizes that the articles are from the conservative right and are coming from a viewpoint that denies trans people are sane and able to make decisions about their bodies the articles do give her pause.
Transitions and New Beginnings — Josy’s Journey
Josy C had always felt more feminine than masculine. From early childhood she was more interested in feminine pursuits and a bout with polio made sure that she could not engage in the more manly sports. After her retirement she she and her spouse moved to Florida where she found a new beginning.
LGBTQ Youth — Speak Out About Your School Experiences!
Help GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) inform education policymakers and the public about what’s really going on in our nation’s schools by completing the 2015 National School Climate Survey, GLSEN’s ninth national survey about the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth in school. If you attended high school or middle […]
Miami Surgeon Offers Discount GRS
It’s mid-year and we just celebrated perhaps the most important holiday in US history. Let’s do something special. Dr. Harold M. Reed’s office is offering the next 5 vaginoplasty patients a surgical fee of $5,000 each. Some additional expenses will be incurred such as anesthesia, travel, supplies, and hotel stay. To qualify as a surgical […]
The Week In Transgenderism 7/6/15
The Week In Transgenderism is here! Today we learn that Vicky Vox is in Magic Mike XXL. John Oliver knocks down some harmful myths about trans people. The Girl Scouts give back a $100,00 donation. Frontline features trans issues. The Prancing Elites are making a good impression. There’s a website where you can share info on your medical practitioners. The Miss Transgender U.K. contest is getting underway. Drag speak has influenced our language. A corsets through history exhibit is running in NYC. All that and more is waiting for you in TWIT!
Dina’s Diner 7/6/15
Time for Dina’s Diner! Dina Amberle has mixed and blended several news items into a fine puree and she serves it up for your taste test. Included are bits of blow-back caused by Caitlyn Jenner’s view of what makes a woman. Then Dina blends in some “high heels are bad but they’re so good” and adds a pinch of Irish drag performer Panti Bliss. She tops it off with the trend that has women shaving their faces. Find out how well it all goes down and give Dina’s Diner a read.
Top 5 Things I Learned in 3 years of Crossdressing
Chanell Nirok has been crossdressing for three years. To some of our readers that is sure to sound as if she is a complete novice. Sometimes the new kid on the block can bring a different perspective and by seeing things from that other angle add insight. Today Chanelle has a video where she outlines the top 5 things she has learned in the past three years.
5 Key Ways to Combat Transphobia in Asia
Christine Burr, our corespondent in Thailand, has filed another dispatch concerning the plight of trans people in Asia. While advances in acceptance of trans people move forward in progressive western countries many of the Asian countries continue to oppress their trans citizens due to transphobia. Christine has five ideas to counter that transphobia.
Does Breast Pumping Really Work?
C0-founder and former editor of TGF, Cindy Martin, returns to the fold today with a how-to article on growing your breasts without hormones. How is that accomplished? Devices known as breast pumps induce suction on your breast tissue and over time cause it to expand. Does that work? Cindy tells all on the subject of breast and nipple enlargement in this article for those who must increase their bust.
Can I Write? — Part 2
Professional writer Tanya Allan is doing a series of articles for us on how to write your story. Ms. Allan feels it is important for trans people to tell their stories, either the story of yourself as you are or as you long to be. The act of writing is something that you as a writer have control over and you can as Ms. Allan says, “. . .create something wonderful” while you tell your stories. Writing allows you to transcend negative voices and achieve things you have only imagined. Today we bring you Part 2 of Can I Write?
Where do we go from here?
The National Center for Transgender Equality has issued a statement about the Supreme Court’s decision granting marriage equality to gay and lesbian people. TGF Contributor Josy C blogs about the statement.
The Week In Transgenderism 6/29/15
It’s The Week In Transgenderism, our weekly compendium of trans news from around the world. Today we learn that “Bond Girl” Tula is featured in Playboy. We meet some British trans icons. Trans in the military make the news. A trans woman heckles the POTUS. A young adult book author announces he is FtM. Kristin Beck is in a congressional race. Get travel tips from Andreja Pejic. St. Catherine’s College changes its dress code. All that and more is waiting for you in TWIT!
San Francisco Pride 2015 was Trans-inclusive
Amanda F. was on the streets of San Francisco for the San Francisco Pride Parade. Coming when it did, right after the Supreme Court made same-sex marriage legal, the marchers for all three parades were pumped up. Amanda tells you what if was like to be part of the events and how much trans inclusion there was.
The Skirt – Fun, Frivolous and Fraught with Psychology
Today Tasi Zuriack takes a look at skirts. Why women don’t seem to like wearing them and why the majority of crossdressers can’t get enough, and the shorter the better. What keeps women from wearing skirts all the time and why do they spend so much time in pants of some kind? Tasi fills you in today.
There’s a Thrill in Going Out Without Being ‘Out’
Linda reports meeting with a longtime friend. They talk about the current trend of crossdressers to get involved in political action for transgender rights and to out themselves as a way of freeing themselves from the fear of exposure. Mary explains to Linda that while she admires the activists, outing herself is not an option she wants to pursue.
Red, White, and Gay
The Artist D is not a big fan of church weddings. In fact, while she wholeheartedly supports the right of same sex couples to marry if they choose she wonders why anyone would want to walk down the aisle of a church that rejects them as people.
Perpetual Change: Michelle Rocking Horse Garcia’s New Project
Pamela DeGroff has an interview with Michelle Rocking Horse Garcia about her move to Nashville, her new band lineup and a new musical project. Then Pamela brings music news about Beth Isbell, Calpernia Addams, Rev. Yolanda and Georgie Jessup. After all that there’s a mini review of a new CD by Tamia.
The Award Winning David de Alba
David de Alba sold out The Onyx Theatre on June 21 in Las Vegas. All the seats were filled for his Judy Garland Tribute Show. David was surprised during the show to receive and award for his portrayal on stages across the country of Garland. After the show he got another award from his inspiration from Cuba. See a slideshow of the performance.
A Response to “What Makes a Woman?”
Babs Casbar Siperstein wrote a response to an op-ed by Elinor Burkett titled “What Makes a Woman?” that ran in The New York Times on June 6. Burkett stated that trans women could be undermining women’s identities. The Times did not choose to run Babs’ response so we bring it to you on TGF.
The Week In Transgenderism 6/22/15
It’s our gigantic compilation of all the trans news we could find — The Week In Transgenderism. Today we learn that there’s a trans contestant on Big Brother. Charles Busch has some favorite drag performers. Nicole Maines is on a dramatic television show. A British police woman was not your typical TS. In honor of Father’s Day we feature a drag queen dad. A trans woman sings the national anthem. Another actor on Orange is the New Black is gender fluid. Pandora Boxx has produced a workout DVD. There’s all that and more, plus several TWIT Awards waiting for you in today’s TWIT!
