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Tattered Edges
Early Childhood and Adolescence
As early as six, I began to emulate the essence of a boy trying to mimic my brother standing to pee; failing miserably. At twelve, an older neighborhood boy tried to rape me; all I knew, at this point, was no man would ever control me. Continuing in my tomboy ways, my mother was appalled.
Puberty and Self-Discovery
The year that followed, puberty struck, remaining to be the most tragic day of my life. However, my athletic ability was revealed that summer during a softball game when I heard, "You should be playing on the other field with the boys!"
Reflection and Transformation
My naked reflection in the mirror became problematic. My male alter-ego emerged. I bound my chest, changed my name, and headed to Southern California. I didn''t hate life or who I was, only what I was. This was just the beginning, so hold on tight.
