To the Lady formally known as Bruce Jenner

Ms Jenner,

Let me start by saying I am not a transgender American. Nor am I a member of the LGBT community. I am just a mom. A mom to a beautiful, courageous 13 year old bi-sexual daughter.

I have always been completely supportive of my daughter and her choices. In fact, I already knew before she told me. I have known that she was different from her sisters since she was 2. To be honest, I was waiting for the day she told me she was a lesbian. So being told she was bi-sexual was not what I expected, but not a surprise either. I love her more because she felt so secure with herself and my love for her, that she was able to tell me at 13. She knew that I would embrace her without question. I don't pretend to imagine how she feels or how it feels to be a LGBT teen in today's world. I pray that it is easier for her at school, than it was for others when I was in school. I only know the immense amount of pride I feel when I look at her. 

Thank you. Thank you for explaining yourself so eloquently during your interview with Diane Sawyer. You helped me to understand a bit more how my daughter and others must feel. To know you're different, but not know why. To know that you don't feel the way others think you should feel. And it's ok. In fact, it's more than ok.

I am very happy for you that you are finally able to live life the way you've always wanted to. I am grateful that my daughter does not have to live a life hiding her true self the way you did. It may not make a difference to you, but you have the support of my entire family.


With Love and Support
Erika

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