- Sep 6, 2016
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Well, the day finally came where I had to tell my sister what I really think about her identifying as a male. I did so in a loving and compassionate way, but as I suspected, it didn't go over very well with her.
The conversation started with her asking me if I could refer to her by her chosen name when my family wasn't around. At that point, I knew I had to tell the truth, and so, at the risk of upsetting her, I told her that I couldn't do that. I then confessed that, from the very start, I didn't agree with her identifying as a male. I thought that maybe I was the one in the wrong, so I didn't say anything for a very long time. I then apologized to her for being such a coward and not saying anything sooner.
I thought she was okay with it because her response was that it was okay and that she couldn't exactly force me to do anything like call her by her chosen name. After she said that, I said that she could always come to me with any issues she was facing, but that I couldn't support this transitioning process anymore. I also said very earnestly that I love her and will always be there for her, and she said she loves me too.
That all happened two days ago. Then, out of curiosity, I went on her public blog to see if she had posted about the situation. She did and from what I read, she was feeling highly disappointed in me and very let down. Then, I read a post she made saying that, if I could see her post, to please block her because she doesn't want me seeing her posts and she doesn't want to see my posts either. Mind you, I only ever post cute pictures and only send her funny posts.
Maybe she just needs time to let this sink in, but as I suspected, I think my admission of the truth just lost me my close friendship with my sister. It was bound to happen anyways now that I've changed my political stance and she has a strong intolerance for conservatives (since she is a more radical liberal), but this still hurts. I woke up last night with anxiety because of the situation, even though I know I didn't do anything wrong and I'm not about to get in trouble for anything. I just know that I did not want this to happen and that I only wanted to stay true to my moral stances, biology, and God's Word. I still love my sister with all of my heart, but honestly, I feel like a monster right now for telling her what I really think.
Something that should have been kept private
she threw out on social media.
Best to keep much distance between ourselves and the ones searching for drama in their lives..
M-Bob
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