Well I would have to say that the first time I had heard about Andy (sorry on the spelling) and Toria's relationship, I was a little confused, and I admit was certainly not very accepting of the whole idea. However, after the presentation that the group the other day made, and after hearing Andy talk, I completely have changed my mind. I really see that this isn't really that unique of a case and that transgenderism actually exists in places outside the US. I mean that really is what gives validity to it to me personally. I really thought at first that Andy was almost like one specific example of transgerndered person and there wasn't really anyone else that was like her. However, I feel I've really been educated on the subject and, in my opinion, with education and knowledge about something comes acceptance. I really do understand now.
One thing I don't understand though is the whole thought on bathrooms and actually airport security. Like OK I understand that using a mens bathroom makes Andy uncomfortable and everything, but I feel as though her using the women's bathroom actually makes more people uncomfortable. You know? I feel like when it really comes down to most things in life you have to consider the feelings and thoughts of the majority of people. That aside, what I really don't understand is the issue with the airport security. Like when the lines get divided up and you have to go into the male/female side. My question is, why would you jepordize an experience like going to India over a possible security line problem? Especially if you guys are going over to help other people. I would think that helping other people is more important than your personal feelings over being in a male or female line. Kind of like going to church when I'm at home. I don't want to go and sit there all dressed up, but I can garuntee that to avoid problems with my dad, I'll be sitting in church on sunday.
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