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My name is Brett Mitchell and I am transgender FTM. This is not just a story about my transition but also about the craziest and greatest year of my life. Well, let me start from the beginning.
Chapter 1
I'm 17 years old and I've always known that I was different. I came out to my family when I was 15, and they've been nothing but supportive. My dad us Ben and he is an English professor at the state university. My mom Katherine is a high school English teacher. I know weird, right? But all in all they've been the most supportive and amazing parents I could ever ask for. The day I came out, they already started calling me the name I wanted to be called and using the correct pronouns. My mom being a mom of course took care of everything. Taking me to get a haircut and taking me shopping for new clothes. Also taking me to a gender therapist just so we could be educated. I still remember the day my dad walked in the front door with a package and a huge smile on his face. His smile got even bigger when he saw my face opening the package. It was my first binder. The tears just came out of our eyes. He hugged me and said, "I love you, Son." Those words made me so proud to have a father like him. Both of my parents, I can't even say how much I love them and appreciate them. Not even just my parents support me, so does my twin brother, Jesse and my little sister, Emily.
Jesse and I are so much alike and yet so different at the same time. We both love football and music, but Jesse loves movies. Like loves movies. But I can't stand them other than that we are the same. Emily is 14 and is your typical annoying little sister but you love her and would do anything for her. My life, well my family life has been perfect. Life at school is another story. I'm constantly picked on and bullied. One time, three guys jumped me and broke my nose, I had a busted lip and swollen eyes. Luckily, Jesse showed up before they could do more. I hate school because everybody knows my past and what really sucks is that I can't play football. I'm a quarterback but they said that a "girl" can't play football. I'm not a girl in my mind and my heart. Thank god today was the last day of school. Me and Jesse get home and immediately go in the backyard to play football.
"Come on boys! Come inside, your mother and I need to talk to you." My dad said. We run inside but right when we get inside, I tackle Jesse. "Got you"! Brett said. "Boys! How many times do I have to tell you no playing in the house?" Mom asked. "Sorry, Mom." Me and Jesse said. "Come on, guys. Sit down." Dad said. Emily is already sitting at the table waiting for us. "So what's going on?" Brett asked. "Well, your mom and I have some news." Dad answered. "Me and your father got new jobs and we're moving to Georgia." Mom said. "What?!" All three of us yelled. "I got offered a position at Barden University and your mom got a job at Barden High School." Dad said. To say I was happy was an understatement. "That's awesome, guys!" Brett said. Even Jesse and Emily were both excited, they knew I wasn't happy here.
"That's not the only good news, Brett…" Mom said. "What, Mom?" Brett asked. My mom and dad looked at each other, grinning. "Oh, my God, tell me!" Brett said anxiously. "You want to tell him?" Mom asked Dad. Dad turns to look at Brett. "Brett, you've been approved for T." Dad said happily. "Dude, that's awesome!" Jesse said while giving Brett a side hug. Brett hasn't said anything, his eyes wide and his jaw dropped. "Are you serious?" Brett asked. "Yes, we're serious." Mom said. "Are you ready for your first shot, Son?" Dad asked. Brett smiles so wide he felt like his face would split. "Yes! Let's do this!" Brett yelled happily. "I'm so happy for you, big bro." Emily said while hugging Brett. Brett was looking at his parent with happy tears in all our eyes. "Come on, honey. Let's go to the bathroom and I'll give you your shot." Mom said getting up from her seat and grabbing Brett's hand. He follows her happily. My life is actually starting. Brett thought. He actually had no idea how right he really was.
"So when are we going, Dad?" Jesse asked. "Two weeks." Dad replied. "Wow, that's quick." Jesse said. "Why are we moving to Barden? I mean, you told us about the jobs but why did you accept?" Emily asked. "Well, that's where me and your mother met. It's a very special place for us. So we took the opportunity." Dad said. "Wow, that's cool Dad." Jesse said smiling. Jesse was a hopeless romantic due to all those predictable rom-coms he forces Brett to watch. Brett comes back and sits at the table. He got the shot in his ass so its sore and noticeable. "Dude, did you get the shot in your ass?" Jesse snorted. Brett rolls his eyes, "Screw you." Brett said.
"Calm down, boys. Also, I talked to the football coach about you two, he knows and the principal knows. Honey, we've also got your name legally changed, so you're listed as an official male. The coach doesn't care as long as you can hold your own, Brett. Better start working out." Mom said chuckling. Brett honestly didn't know how much better this could get. One of the best days of his life. "Okay, kids let's eat!" Dad said bringing in a pizza. This is going to be an awesome summer, I get to actually start my transition and leave this awful place. Nobody knows me there, I can just be me and not be judged. I can play football as long as I work my ass off this summer until tryouts. I seriously can't wait. Brett thought.