Blindsided by Gender Bender
A hard-learned lesson in pronoun-ciation21 total reviews
Comment from indigovega
This was an interesting story. I enjoyed reading about Scott's openness and Mrs. Fox -- well there are many of her and, I guess, that's just the way it is. It's virtually impossible to educate her...
I don't know if you intended it, but the story describes three archetypes:
1. Scott: A person who is open to acceptance and change. Your humour always gets him into trouble, but that's a different story altogether. Poor Scott. You should really write a story where everything goes perfect for him once in a while :-) :-) :-)
2. Chris: A person who is just trying to be herself. A simple goal in comparison to wanting to climb up the career ladder, or wanting to become a millionaire, or wanting to achieve fame, etc, etc. But has to face much opposition for this seemingly simple goal.
3. Mrs. Scott: Embodies the energies of self-righteaousness, and everything that simply refuses to evolve and change.
I enjoyed reading this short story that has a broad perspective.
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2021
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This was an interesting story. I enjoyed reading about Scott's openness and Mrs. Fox -- well there are many of her and, I guess, that's just the way it is. It's virtually impossible to educate her...
I don't know if you intended it, but the story describes three archetypes:
1. Scott: A person who is open to acceptance and change. Your humour always gets him into trouble, but that's a different story altogether. Poor Scott. You should really write a story where everything goes perfect for him once in a while :-) :-) :-)
2. Chris: A person who is just trying to be herself. A simple goal in comparison to wanting to climb up the career ladder, or wanting to become a millionaire, or wanting to achieve fame, etc, etc. But has to face much opposition for this seemingly simple goal.
3. Mrs. Scott: Embodies the energies of self-righteaousness, and everything that simply refuses to evolve and change.
I enjoyed reading this short story that has a broad perspective.
Comment Written 08-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 09-Aug-2021
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Thanks for reading for two cents!
Thanks for weighing in. I've long been intrigued by the subject.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).
There are a plethora of odd conditions that span the F/M spectrum. e.g. Intersex individuals have ambiguous genitalia--I believe that these days parents are advised to refrain from labeling and see which gender the child leans toward. In the old days they assigned one or the other at birth, which may turn out not to be the one the child identifies with.
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I enjoyed reading the story.
Indeed, there are a lot of chromosomal conditions that could cause gender variance.
I read few articles a long time back that discussed medical & cultural facts associated with being transgender. Unfortunately, I don't remember the sources, but I could get them if I searched long enough.
1. Ancient cultures recognized more than two genders. Native Americans, recognized a transwoman or transman as a two-sprit person. Such people were highly respected by the community.
2. In another indegineous community, a child was not assigned a gender at birth. Rather, the mother would observe the child's inclinations for the first 4 - 5 years and then raise the child accordingly. So, if a male child had the tendencies of a girl then she would be raised as a girl, and vice versa.
3. A study in Europe showed that a certain part of transwomen's brain (the hypothalamus, I believe) had more resemblence to the female brain than the male brain. The resemblance was in the quantity of certain receptors (I don't remember which). Women have a significantly larger quantity of those receptors than men. Tranwomen also had a lot more receptors as compared to XY chromosomes people who identify as men, but slightly less than genetic women.
4. In yet another study, when men and women were asked to smell certain types of scents, it was seen that their brains lit up in different ways. The brains of transwomen lit up in ways that bore greater resemblence with genetic women than with genetic men.
Thanks for writing this article.
Warm Regards
Indigo
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I was pleased that last year my article in defense of transgender people--titled Transgender Rights and Wrongs was published in the town paper. It was well received here as well.
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There is a condition found in the Dominican Republic where "girls" grow penises at age 12.
https://www.livescience.com/52247-guevedoces-girls-boys.html
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Thanks for sharing. I've read about this condition. A happy one if the girl is a transman but a rather sad condition (in my opinion only :-) ) to be suddenly endowed with that unnecessary appendage :-) :-) :-)
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Indeed! When a friend makes insipid comments minimizing the anguish of transgender people, I say how would you like it if you woke up one morning with a dick and no tits (or with tits and no dick, as applies).
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Hehe, exactly!!!
Comment from Gloria ....
We call the dump, the nuisance ground. That's mainly because the bears used to go in there to see if they could snag a snack. It has since been barricaded. Transgenderism is difficult for people to understand, but I am of the view, no one would go through that much physical agony on a whim, or a preference. I have made the same mistake myself, and now have my pronouns in order. I think.
Perhaps Mrs. Fox should grow a long ponytail so she can whip people with it when she whirls around to stomp into the house.
Always a fun read from your quarter, so many thanks for sharing.
Gloria
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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We call the dump, the nuisance ground. That's mainly because the bears used to go in there to see if they could snag a snack. It has since been barricaded. Transgenderism is difficult for people to understand, but I am of the view, no one would go through that much physical agony on a whim, or a preference. I have made the same mistake myself, and now have my pronouns in order. I think.
Perhaps Mrs. Fox should grow a long ponytail so she can whip people with it when she whirls around to stomp into the house.
Always a fun read from your quarter, so many thanks for sharing.
Gloria
Comment Written 13-May-2021
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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Brilliiant!
Comment from kmoss
I'm not making an excuse to be rude, but I feel like most of those people already know why their gender was mistaken. I bet it's happened so many times. Apologize and forget. Although some people love the attention, even negative attention. Sigh.
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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I'm not making an excuse to be rude, but I feel like most of those people already know why their gender was mistaken. I bet it's happened so many times. Apologize and forget. Although some people love the attention, even negative attention. Sigh.
Comment Written 13-May-2021
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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Oh, she knows why--happens more often than not--her deep voice is a giveaway.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
If is quacking ain't no ducking? Poor Scot always messing up. I for once to be on the safe said I call everybody Kitty ð???thank you fit for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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If is quacking ain't no ducking? Poor Scot always messing up. I for once to be on the safe said I call everybody Kitty ð???thank you fit for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 13-May-2021
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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Thanks!
Comment from 4theloveoftrees
I have no issue with calling someone "he" or "she" based on the gender they choose to identify with. I do, however, take issue with this new jargon of "assigned female at birth", etc. I'm sorry, IMHO you're born male or female (in most cases...hermaphrodite). If you choose to identify otherwise no problem. You've given me 52 cents, there's two cents back. :)
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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I have no issue with calling someone "he" or "she" based on the gender they choose to identify with. I do, however, take issue with this new jargon of "assigned female at birth", etc. I'm sorry, IMHO you're born male or female (in most cases...hermaphrodite). If you choose to identify otherwise no problem. You've given me 52 cents, there's two cents back. :)
Comment Written 13-May-2021
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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Thanks for weighing in. I've long been intrigued by the subject.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).
There are a plethora of odd conditions that span the F/M spectrum. e.g. Intersex individuals have ambiguous genitalia--I believe that these days parents are advised to refrain from labeling and see which gender the child leans toward. In the old days they assigned one or the other at birth, which may turn out not to be the one the child identifies with.
Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan
We all live in a society where a lot of prejudices still exist. The transgender community faces tremendous bias, despite all efforts by its advocates. The transpeople deserve better treatment. Transgender women are a bit complicated. But the old lady could have been civil. I really lied this story. Sweet and sour. It has inspired to write a story on transgender ( in India) Yep. I really menit. Thanks for the inspiration!
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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We all live in a society where a lot of prejudices still exist. The transgender community faces tremendous bias, despite all efforts by its advocates. The transpeople deserve better treatment. Transgender women are a bit complicated. But the old lady could have been civil. I really lied this story. Sweet and sour. It has inspired to write a story on transgender ( in India) Yep. I really menit. Thanks for the inspiration!
Comment Written 13-May-2021
reply by the author on 14-May-2021
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Lovely ssssssurprise!
Thanks for weighing in. I've long been intrigued by the subject.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).
There are a plethora of odd conditions that span the F/M spectrum. e.g. Intersex individuals have ambiguous genitalia--I believe that these days parents are advised to refrain from labeling and see which gender the child leans toward. In the old days they assigned one or the other at birth, which may turn out not to be the one the child identifies with.
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People are more informed and think rationally nowadays. But still, a majority of us get carried away by the stigmas attached to it and the way society treats them. But I have not heard of anything about the labelling part of it. At least not here in India.
I have written a story where a transgender plays an important role. I will post it soon. But I want to write a story revolving around these people as they exist in Bombay. It will be intriguing.
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Post it soon!
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Your wish is my command!
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Story posted. Indian transgenders called 'Hijras'. My real-life experience. Please have a look.Cheers!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
What a reply she gave Scott. Even if she doesn't approve of Chris' way of life, she had no right treating Scott as she did, Liz. Some people are so full of themselves and won't believe that there are others who believe and act differently than their perfect selves.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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What a reply she gave Scott. Even if she doesn't approve of Chris' way of life, she had no right treating Scott as she did, Liz. Some people are so full of themselves and won't believe that there are others who believe and act differently than their perfect selves.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 12-May-2021
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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Thanks for weighing in.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).
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and sometimes some people are just hateful
Comment from LisaMay
I would rather be surrounded by transgender people than have an inflexible bigot for a neighbour. Mrs. Fox shows no empathy for the difficulties of others. It can't be at all easy to feel trapped in the wrong body. Thank goodness we live in times when it is more socially acceptable (at least to some people) to be able to be true to oneself.
Your well told tale captures how we are all being put to the test of understanding, recognition, and acceptance.
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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I would rather be surrounded by transgender people than have an inflexible bigot for a neighbour. Mrs. Fox shows no empathy for the difficulties of others. It can't be at all easy to feel trapped in the wrong body. Thank goodness we live in times when it is more socially acceptable (at least to some people) to be able to be true to oneself.
Your well told tale captures how we are all being put to the test of understanding, recognition, and acceptance.
Comment Written 12-May-2021
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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Ditto!
Thanks for weighing in.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).
Comment from judiverse
I honestly don't know what to think about the transgender situation. I attended poetry readings where two of the regular members were transgender. It was hard to accept them, as one I had known as the guy who brought his young son with him to most of the readings. The other one was a bright young man, an eagle scout, who could have gone far but seemed to spend all his time on being transgender. I believe in pursuing happiness, but sometimes it seems to take people in strange directions. judi
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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I honestly don't know what to think about the transgender situation. I attended poetry readings where two of the regular members were transgender. It was hard to accept them, as one I had known as the guy who brought his young son with him to most of the readings. The other one was a bright young man, an eagle scout, who could have gone far but seemed to spend all his time on being transgender. I believe in pursuing happiness, but sometimes it seems to take people in strange directions. judi
Comment Written 12-May-2021
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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Thanks for weighing in.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).
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You're welcome. Whatever causes the problem, I don't believe youngsters should be forced into a sex change, which seems to be what is encouraged now. judi
Comment from Judy Lawless
This is both amusing and appalling! I'm glad that Scott and Chris worked it out without any hurt feelings. Too bad Mrs. Fox was not so generous. It is a treacherous world we live in now. Often difficult to get these things right. Well written.
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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This is both amusing and appalling! I'm glad that Scott and Chris worked it out without any hurt feelings. Too bad Mrs. Fox was not so generous. It is a treacherous world we live in now. Often difficult to get these things right. Well written.
Comment Written 12-May-2021
reply by the author on 12-May-2021
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Scott's a font of entertainment! Nice to see you, as always.
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Thanks for weighing in.
Sometimes the chromosomes are awry (e.g. Kleinfelter's XXY Syndrome), or at odds with external appearance of the genitalia--e.g. Androgen Insensitivity (aka testicular feminization) and the converse (masculinization of the female fetus).