Much of our country is in fear today. Fear for our family. Our future. Our rights. Fear of our very own country men. It's everywhere. From both sides. Today I am reminded that everything will be ok. That love conquers all. Today I am reminded of HOPE and of MIRACLES. Of the power of LOVE and power of CHANGE. Today is my sister's birthday. Rather, my BROSTER, as my family has lovingly nicknamed @kaylajparker10 My sister is trans. My sister was persecuted her entire life for being DIFFERENT. For feeling like she was trapped in a body she didn't recognize. For having no walls when it came to who she loves. By all accounts my sister should be dead by now. My sister has survived being bullied by ignorant children, being disregarded by society, drug addiction, being set on fire, being buried alive and prison. My sister has overcome all of this and has risen like a fucking Phoenix to shine brighter than anyone I know and has become a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with their identity, sexuality, gender, addiction or being bullied for being different. In the face of our country's current division, it's easy for me to feel like all is lost or it's hopeless to think that we could all come together and rise above our differences. But then I get a reminder from the universe that hope is alive. That it's my broster's birthday. That my broster is alive and shining brighter and stronger than I ever dreamed possible. I wish that for you, fellow countrymen. I wish you all the hope that I have on this day. I spent a lot of my life fighting with Parker. A LOT. Now each day is a gift. I felt like a picture of us play fighting was appropriate since this used to be us in real life. Embrace your differences. Embrace what makes you you. What you believe in. What your rights are. Embrace your neighbor or loved one and their opposing ideas. Embrace love and acceptance and understanding where we're each coming from. And wish my broster a happy fucking birthday.

claregrantさん(@claregrant)が投稿した動画 - 2016/11/11 03:54:54