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"Obstacles . In light of the recent tragedy in Orlando, I felt now was an appropriate time to share my story because now, more than ever, it’s important to show people that fear will no longer control me and stop me from being who I am. The queer community has faced myriad obstacles throughout history. I personally have faced my fair share of obstacles. In 2012,

"I realize that as a plastic surgeon, I may not be literally saving someone’s life. However, I strive to improve the quality of life for my patients. I always try to do things in my personal and professional life that can have an impact on the people around me. This has led me to transgender surgery , and specifically transgender TOP surgery. Every human being

"I felt inspired by people like Jaden Smith and YouTuber Miles Jai - people who don't let the clothing they wear define their masculinity. I've never completely felt like an individual who conforms to the expectations of my gender, and that's before I even came out. Now I feel much more free to experiment and wear whatever I want to and express my gender whichever

  "The NOH 8 Campaign has come a long way since I first heard of the movement on August 12, 2011 . I went to my first photo shoot at the Intercontinental Hotel here in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and immediately fell in love with the vision. The sea of red, white and black is so beautiful to see - a room full of happy people. The laughter, conversation and sense of unity is incredibly

"I fell in love with my best friend, a woman. I was afraid at first, but it happened. It was beautiful. Throughout our relationship with my girlfriend, I was so undoubtedly in love with her that I knew that there was no way this could be wrong. I prayed to God and thanked Him for her, and I knew he knew her and was blessing us and our relationship. It was a feeling that just