Just to make it clear, I am no Jane Austen. In fact, I am her antithesis. I am simply Jasmine - outgoing, carefree, and down-to-earth. Don't get me wrong, I love her and the novel, Becoming Jane. However, this blog is nothing about her or any of her novels. It has nothing to do about extravagance nor does it have to do with beauty. In reality, this blog talks about adversity and success.
I created this blog to write about my personal journey to womanhood, sugarcoat-less. As I write, I hope to amuse you with my quirkiness, inform you about the life of a trans girl, and encourage you to become catalysts.
I guess it is good to start with a brief introduction. As time progresses, I hope you get an idea of what my life is like.
I was born and raised in the Philippines, and moved to the United States when she was 11. I am now a 23 years old girl living in San Diego, California. I have a degree in Political Economy and I enjoy working with under-served communities. Currently, I work at two nonprofit organizations: one working with domestic violence victims and the other working with international researchers to improve access to health care worldwide. Life is short, and I want to make a difference while I’m alive!
I am unique and different, which both make me beautiful. I am independent and care-free, family-oriented and a loyal friend, down-to-earth and outgoing! I am city girl, but also a nature-lover. I love going to the beach, playing beach volleyball, hiking, playing board games, going out, happy hours, and meeting new people. I would say I am well-rounded, and I am always up for an adventure!
At first glance, people tell me I seem like sweet, attractive girl. Well, they’re NOT wrong and I am not going to deny it. However, there's more to me than meets the eye. Well, not really a lot more. I actually wish there's nothing more. But, as mentioned... I am no ordinary girl. I am a male-to-female transgender, which means I was not born a woman. Yes, I still have my penis (hopefully changing it soon). So, I work extra hard making myself appear as feminine as possible. It's a contradiction for me to embrace my unique-ness while trying to assimilate to gender norms, but it makes me happier every day!
Becoming Jasmine is a blog about my transformation... my journey to womanhood. This blog will follow my life and my transition to become a woman. It will involve laughters, tears, headaches, excitement, etc. Hopefully in the end, I will get a fairytale and a happily ever after!
xoxo,
Jas
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