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I’m pretty much a private person and have been debating doing this #ThreadChallenge for a bit bit since it’s PrideEve, I’ll tell you how Drag Queens saved my child”s life.
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My child was born female but identifies as non-binary. In her late teens she developed a severe anxiety and panic disorder. It was debilitating, with days where she could barely get out of bed or function. Her social life became non-existent.
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She didn’t want to be this way but couldn’t control it. And as her Mom this wasn’t something I could just kiss and make better either. It was heartbreaking and there were times where she just wanted to give up.
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Getting a text from your child that they can’t take it anymore and then no response was the most terrifying moment of my life. But she made it through the day. She was in college during this time and she had an assignment for class to do an interview of someone interesting.
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There was a drag show being performed at the school and she got up the nerve to ask one of the drag queens to be interviewed. The interview went great and my child felt very comfortable talking with the drag queen and the became fast friends.
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She began meeting other drag queens and the supporting LGBTQ community and made more friends. We were also finally able to get her mental health therapy and medication (which took six months, but that’s another story for another day).
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My child had finally found her tribe and began to have a life again. She went from someone who could barely get out of bed and being anxiety ridden about everything to someone who now performs in Drag Shows herself. All because a Drag Queen took the time to talk, connect and treat her like a friend.
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So I am a proud Mom with a non-binary child who has a trans girlfriend and tons of drag friends and I LOVE THEM ALL. They are the reason my child is still here. They are all beautiful, caring and loving and I am grateful to them all. 🌈 ❤️🌈
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Q CE
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This. This is beautiful. Thank you 🩷
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Barbara Reid
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Wow, I certainly understand your gratefulness! This is a story of triumph for your child, and inner peace for both of you.
Good luck on the thread challenge.
09:37 PM - Jun 20, 2023
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Shogan and the Star Wars Cats
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Thank you Barbara, I’m thrilled being one of the finalists and hope it spreads awareness and gives hope to someone who may be in a similar situation.
12:12 AM - Jun 21, 2023
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Thanks for sharing this wonderful story. I have 1 Trans son and 1 NB child. Out oldest is a cis het man, but one of his best friends is a trans woman who he's known since they were freshmen in high school together. He has been very supportive of his friend. I am proud of the adults they became.
04:47 PM - Jun 02, 2023
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C suzie
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I am so thankful you shared this story. I have a friend who feels alone in similar circumstances.
Saving and sharing.🥰
10:04 AM - Jun 02, 2023
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Melissa
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What a wonderful story with a happy ending!
10:01 AM - Jun 02, 2023
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Jeff Russell
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Thank you for being the Mom that other people can't. Standing by your child loving and supporting them is the greatest thing you could possibly ever do.
09:40 AM - Jun 02, 2023
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Margo Green
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I love this. Thank you so much for sharing.
01:12 PM - Jun 01, 2023
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Bill Winett
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Wonderful story. Thanks for sharing!
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Katharyn B
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A beautiful and inspiring thread.
12:20 PM - Jun 01, 2023
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Ellen Leigh
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I love this! You are such a great mom, and I am so glad your daughter was comfortable enough to find her tribe.
12:02 PM - Jun 01, 2023
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Linda Steinson
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A beautiful testiment to love and acceptsnce. Thanks for sharing.
11:31 AM - Jun 01, 2023
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Portia McGonagal
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Thank you for sharing this. None of our kids should have to endure what too many want to ensure they do.
11:29 AM - Jun 01, 2023
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Linda Eisenstein
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Beautiful story.
11:21 PM - May 31, 2023
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Thank you for this.
10:48 PM - May 31, 2023
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Vicki with an eye
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Such a wonderful thread, I'm so thrilled you're daughter found herself among such supportive and loving friends! Thank you for sharing this story❣️🥰🌈💙❤️
10:46 PM - May 31, 2023
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Shogan and the Star Wars Cats
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This was a really emotional share for me, which is typically out of my comfort zone for sharing but given the unearned hate and threats of violence I felt I needed to voice this story of the love, acceptance and understanding in the LGBTQ community. And I’m open to answer any questions.
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Eltee Ryan
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Thank you for your courage in sharing. I was in tears by the end. More stories like this need to come out, because most people just don't get it, "if it ain't happening to them, it ain't happening". I'm in Florida and fearful for our LGBTQ community. For their own mental health and also their safety
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