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Sometimes it Hurts: A Transgender Woman's Journey
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252 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 24, 2018
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April 12, 2024
Anyone who thinks being transgender is not “real” or is a phase or a fad should read this memoir. The author discusses in detail her transition, including the surgeries she had performed, the bureaucratic hassle of getting her identity changed with all the relevant agencies, the process of transitioning at work, the process of telling family and friends (and the loss of some relationships as a result), etc.
Nobody would put themselves through the hassle and pain (literally and figuratively) if they did not have a deeply held belief/understanding that this was who they were meant to be.
Although there were lots of difficulties for the author, she also experienced a lot of good things, including acceptance, understanding and support from various family members, friends and colleagues. More importantly, aligning her outward appearance with her inner self brought about relief and happiness, and made for a more fulfilling life, despite the pain and hardships she would still experience.
Nobody would put themselves through the hassle and pain (literally and figuratively) if they did not have a deeply held belief/understanding that this was who they were meant to be.
Although there were lots of difficulties for the author, she also experienced a lot of good things, including acceptance, understanding and support from various family members, friends and colleagues. More importantly, aligning her outward appearance with her inner self brought about relief and happiness, and made for a more fulfilling life, despite the pain and hardships she would still experience.
May 21, 2019
Sensitive Transition Story
Sometimes it Hurts is a story of one woman's transition struggle. Despite her careful planning of her transition, there are unseen problems. Appointments are delayed, there are family issues and serious pains and reactions to medications. The biggest problem is caused by her one impulsive action an ill-advised move to Florida, which leads an awful situation which almost brings her to disaster. I admire her courage and perseverance. She is a true heroine for us!
Sometimes it Hurts is a story of one woman's transition struggle. Despite her careful planning of her transition, there are unseen problems. Appointments are delayed, there are family issues and serious pains and reactions to medications. The biggest problem is caused by her one impulsive action an ill-advised move to Florida, which leads an awful situation which almost brings her to disaster. I admire her courage and perseverance. She is a true heroine for us!
March 19, 2019
"Sometimes it Hurts" by Allison Whitaker is a raw and heartfelt story of a transgender woman's journey through her transformation. It is a combination of memoir for those who want to learn more and a how to book for those contemplating or experiencing the same journey. The joys and pains endured jump out of the pages. It was definitely worth the read.
I am giving the book five stars for the author's ability to bring me beside her one courageous step at a time.
I am giving the book five stars for the author's ability to bring me beside her one courageous step at a time.
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November 20, 2018The story’s strength is the avalanche of things a trans person must overcome just to be who they are. More telling than showing here, and a number of moments rushed through that would have deepened the emotional core of the story.
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