not held accountable by whom? I hope you said something, or your wife did?

I worried/worry that people would say her inability/fear and frustration to wait until 18 to transition would be used as an example of why she was not prepared or responsible enough to make a transition.

if I knew for a fact that I was the reason someone I loved killed themself I would want to die as well. I'm in no way surprised this woman isn't facing it. I certainly couldn't.

I agree. My impression from her interview and phrasing is that she truly did not understand her child or transgender issues. Having come from a very strict evangelical upbringing I can (somewhat) confidently say that many of these people cannot comprehend LGBT issues or needs, intellectually or emotionally.

addendum: when I say 'agonizing' I mean physical discomfort and pain that seemed excessive. I'm no expert and have never personally had an abortion, but it seemed like I had more pain management/discomfort options at a dental appointment for a filling than she did for a surgical procedure.

I don't know about all abortion, but I recall when I took my best friend she was given the option of Valium or gas? She was awake and felt everything. It seemed pretty painful and agonizing. Maybe that's changed and more sedation is offered?

I feel like I need a long hot shower after visiting a casino, yard sale, or thrift store. It's not going to stop me from going, but I'm not going to rub all over my loved ones (prior to showering) either.

seems like it...It is always awful to hear that someone lost a baby, but it kind of makes me glad these people aren't in charge of raising a child.

I think it has to do with how many people think they are good judges of character or have a great sense of humor. I mean, if you can be wrong about something like acquaintance rape (something that might negatively impact your sense of comfort in the world as you know) it either doesn't really exist and is…

I don't get the comment about posting her address...'why would I post her address? she's just a liar.' Does that mean he WOULD post it if he deemed her not a liar? What's the benefit of posting a non liar (or liar) address?

I just pick up the monthly SWAG bag at the clubhouse, it's not that inconvenient once I make it through the lake of invective and the pit of aching sadness.

Spiral ham is awesome and you shut your mouth, or fill it with ham.

I add a touch of olive oil or coconut oil to keep the bristles from fraying. I think the brush care depends on what your brush is made of.

Agreed. My mother had a terminal illness that made vaccine and proactive measures impossible to take, and I wanted to knock down every hacking, mucus spewing kid near her. It was terrifying to go on even the most mundane errands.

Just make sure you're the more attractive partner. I find it helps my self esteem.

exactly.

In her boyfriend's defense he might have been scared of hurting her? She said she thought her cervix had fallen?!! I don't have a dick, but I'm pretty sure I wouldn't want to batter it against a body part/organ that seemed like it was falling out.

In all honesty I don't even think I'd be mad. That's a dedication to giving no fucks that I can respect.

I'm small so I'm often mistaken for younger than my 31 years. I've had salespeople younger than me ask if I'm allowed to make large purchases.

I weirdly had a similar situation. A younger girl on my street moved to LA with her stage parents and would call occasionally or send postcards. I thought it was cute/funny that she thought I was 'so cool' and being an obnoxious teen thought absolutely nothing was weird about that.