"SO" meaning significant other, that is.
Countering the steady rain of SOs dismayed by their partner's identity or crossdressing, it seems to me that there's much that is positive - or COULD be viewed positively were we not so focused on shame, guilt, and loss. At its very best, it offers the possibility of creating or opening a relationship between partners that extends to the very cores of their being, something very rare.
In addition, sex and gender-variant people are:
- Intrinsically different and interesting,
- Understanding of emotional issues and conflict on a very deep level,
- Open to women's issues,
- Capable of bridging typical male/female relationship issues,
- Often unusually intelligent,
- Often less engaged in male pursuits away from home
... (on a lighter note)
- Interested in fashion and shopping
- Willing to spend
- Will spend time with you and your friends
- Happy to go with you to get your nails done
etc.
Think happy possibilities, people! From time-to-time I hear about people arriving at the conclusion that being gender-variant is a gift, not a curse. What's your gift?
Care to add?
Lea