This is the second half of a conversation with Uncle Kerfuffle. Uncle Kerfuffle is a good friend who, at the age of 13, was the first in his community and school to come out as trans.

We discuss his journey, his wonderfully supportive family and some of his life experiences as a trans man.  

I also try to ask questions that help us learn how to talk about and better understand the trans experience.

I wish every trans child had a family like Uncle Kerfuffle's. They truly are the gold standard.

At the age of 19 Uncle Kerfuffle is very wise for his age and has some sage advice for those coming out as trans without their parents' and/or family's support: "Family doesn't end in blood. You can find people who will love you for you and you don't have to feel guilty for removing yourself from a place where you're not respected, or safe.  You need to put yourself first. You don't need to feel guilty for living your authentic life, especially if it makes other people uncomfortable. Because that's their problem, not yours.'

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