A mother was initially worried about bringing her kids to a Pride parade. But a chance encounter with a stranger helped her put it all in perspective.
A woman always saw herself as the mother of her kids. But when her partner transitioned into a woman, they had to rethink motherhood and parenthood.
After her husband transitioned, the writer realized her new wife was happier and an even better parent to their two daughters.
The author shares how she keeps misplacing her phone, which is also always running low on battery. It made her realize she needed professional help.
The author says that she regularly grieves that her father won't meet her children but that they try to find love in others.
The author shares how she focuses on her family's needs and tries not to overcommit to celebrations that leave everyone exhausted.
The author shares how she will encourage her children to ask questions during the holidays so they can understand their family history better.
The author says her wife's choice of bathing suit surprised her at first, then helped her learn something new about her wife and her new body.
The author shares how at first she tried methods that ended with her daughter in tears. She quickly allowed her to take the lead and now enjoys reading.
The author's 81-year-old uncle asked if her wife was going to be a woman all the time after she transtitioned.
The author says she's much happier now that her spouse is out as a trans woman. She says more happy trans family stories need to be told.