A Memorable and Beautiful History Chapter Four...

This heading of this chapter is really sad to read as it says "The Difficult Decades". I could imagined what happened to some people. Although in the first paragraph it stated that around the 1970s had undergone some startling transformation. For instance, a woman wearing pants would raise eyebrows while men with hair long enough to reach his collar would be looked at with suspicion. Unisex fashion was common and this reminded me of the Rock Stars I've learned recently called The New York Dolls, it is an all man band with unisex fashion that includes the flamboyant high heels. It was admiring and brave to actually watch a video for my other class.

Another heading was backlash and watershed. This section was like a civil war that felt like people were dying all around and were caused from the people who should protect us, that is the government officials. As I read deeper into this section, it was already too late. People have died and it felt like something pierced right through the left side of my chest. I wish that the situation ended in classy and respected way.

During all this tragedy, good news stood out for the transgender community and was called "the big science", in other words, the complete transformation of transgender - moving from gender to another. After the transition, yet still other horrible arguments still exist. The best part is that the community never backed down on this fight. I would laugh at this part because I've always seen the gay community as a very feminine and if any debate or argument is brought up, they fiercely stood firm and never give up, similar to masculine role.

In regards to the war, people create an organization from left to right and come up with the most amusing names, such as, WITCH which means Women's International Terrorist Conspiracy from Hell, The Radicalesbians, and much much more. As the fight continue, the devastation grew, people were suffering continuously. It seemed so frightening and I wouldn't know how to handle it if I was ever placed in that situation.

People were really at war and they have so many ways to destroy one another, most especially those who oppose the transgender community. It's sad that some people brought this situation over the boundary and continue to harm anyone or anything that's stood in it's path. I congratulate those who strive for the betterment of the community. This section covered so much and is so depressing. I really hope that this part of history don't repeat itself.

A Memorable and Beautiful History Chapter Three...

Chapter Three: Transgender Liberation. It is a great start off and my eyes are still happy as I continue to read. One particular article stood out so quickly and it was about Street Queens. A very short article that consists of two paragraph about a person who I believe is heterosexual arrived in Los Angeles and met a drag queen. She was welcoming and that's how it is, but it is awkward for those who are straight. This guy observed the queens and that he was surprised that they referred to each other as "SHE" while they consider their partners as husbands. A typical boy and girl relationship which is very admiring. :)

Another article was surprising when it mentioned that some queens considered themselves to be gay men rather than a transwomen. Just similar to the author as a transgendered lesbian which is no longer eccentric to me. It made me realize that there are different people and the main issue of it all is acceptance. It was impressive how this part of history was also shared with Martin Luther King Jr and President John F. Kennedy during the most militant phase of transgendered movement for social change. I am proud to read that they actually made an impact. People who are different really worked together just to even share the word equality as it also stated trans, gay, and prostitutes fought together.

In addition to the fight, World War II also was involve, mainly the soldiers who were warned about sexual transmitted diseases should not have sex before wartime that might affect their combat skills and might spread through homosexual activity. This sounded so sad for our government who couldn't handle it in a better response. I believe they should make a documentary on this book or a movie or anything. In regards to conflict, even the Methodist church too share their support for the homosexuals. I am amazed with all the support and the help they provided during the movement.

This chapter was hard to describe and so many information to take in. Overall, I am relieved with how equality and acceptance is improving today and a humble gratitude for those who fought for it. It really opened my eyes to appreciate those who greatly influence the social movement.

A Memorable and Beautiful History Chapter Two...

This chapter really covers the hundred years of history as I mentioned on my previous blog. I was excited reading this part because I've been waiting for this kind of information to be exploited to the public. As I read through and flipped the next page, she stated laws that were passed for those who "cross dress" who would be found guilty of misdemeanor, funny thing is that it was a "HE" that was stated, so "HE" should be guilty of misdemeanor, and on conviction, shall pay a fine of five hundred dollars. Apparently, only guys are mentioned and it is so stupid. And so this was in 1863 and this means that it must have been a big fee like 5,000 dollars for this current year, which I may be wrong and only guessing.

Columbus,Ohio was the second to abolish the law right after San Francisco, California. There was a list and it seemed like all those cities across the US that passed the law were prejudice, ignorant and ridiculously stupid. Although those places on the list like: Minnesota, Iowa, Texas, etc, were probably still facing the struggle of accepting even though the law was probably removed. I think! Anyways, I thought the list ended in the 18th century but what the hell, it didn't. The last law was passed in 1974 from Ohio again, such a malicious state. I see it almost resembles Lake Oswego, no offense to those who live there but to those who act prejudice.

Adding on to prejudice was science that became powerful than religion as so the book says and the outcome was that scientists could actually have all the answers to what should be right and good. This part of the chapter is really annoying, most especially when the nazis are also included. Adolf Hitler shouldn't be born into this world seriously. I am amazed how everything is connecting back to Transgender.

Susan Stryker also mentioned about a scientist or psychiatrist named Magnus Hirschfield, he studied sex in Europe. She cited his work about one person who called himself Jane, Johanna, and John. It was short and somehow tangible. I would love to read about Magnus work even though the Nazis almost burned every document he recorded.  All that hard work and dedication could've made an enormous difference in the world.

The best part of the chapter was the first famous drag queen Christine Jorgenson, who completed the transformation of a man into a woman. It is crazy how I watched her movie in netflix last year and instantly stated to my family that she was the first person to complete her transition and my family was a bit impressed. Then, it crashes down after reading about the government harrassment. My feelings are everywhere and I never felt this way in reading. I was excited, angry, happy, and now sad. All these amazing history is just entertaining for me to read and I am just devouring every word. I hope in the end that it'll be a happy ending.

A Memorable and Beautiful History Chapter One...

The first chapter focuses on terms and concepts to understand its' true meaning. I've always thought that Transgendered simply means crossing over to contain a gender or switching one gender to contain another. I love how Susan analyze the meaning, it really makes great sense. It was also nice to see that she's only covering a hundred years of history here in America, but I am also thinking about the years before that, it'll be awesome if I could access that information.

I've felt that there is a reason to why Transgendered or third gender are part of culture, most especially during the earliest time of human history. Furthermore, Susan mentioned that a slogan was made in the 1970s by the feminist movement which was also called "The personal is political", I, on the other hand, do not approve of this slogan, but willing to understand the concept and it's purpose, eventually this will win me over. Regardless of my negative thinking I know the outcome was positive. During the slogan, there was the waves of feminism that led to the war of equality in today's society. I find it interesting that they call it feminism because in the "homosexual" community we are all feminine.

Susan also cited from other books and stated it in this book which I look forward to reading. This gave me an idea to make my next selection to read and hopefully I could find it here in campus. One citation was mainly about the mystery of gender identity through biology and theories still left unanswered. The terms that was mentioned in her book really stood out and made a point.

The terms are Sex, Intersex, Morphology, Secondary Sex Characteristics, Gender, Gender Role, Gender Comportment, Gender Identity, Gender Identity Disorder, Sexuality, Transvestite, Cross Dresser, Transsexual, Transgender, Genderqueer, Alphabet soup, Gender-Neutral Pronouns, Cisgender and Cissexual, and Subcultural terms. These terms are mentioned and were elaborate wonderfully.I love everything and it should be a guide for those who are heterosexual or straight to understand and be open minded for those who struggle with homosexuals. It is truly amazing.

She also didn't make the book boring so far and added great evidence from citing. One particular photo in the book stood out the most, because it reminded me of how the transgender community from where I am from, that is Northern Marianas Islands, were very natural looking and blended right in. Unlike the "Drags" I've met, they just over did it. It was nice but rather admiring to be natural looking.

On the other hand, she listed some great media that recognize this culture which was enlightening. Another thing was religion. This part really feels like your parents stopping you from going to prom when you've been waiting for that special night. It is powerful and overwhelming and no matter what the debate will never end. I really love this book so far and I recommend anyone to read it.

A Memorable One...

The book I chose is for personal reasons: One: I am curious to find out how did this started; Two: What is behind the meaning; Three: Just my personal interest since I have many friends who are "Transgender". As soon as I opened the book, I felt comfortable, most especially when I read a short paragraph on the first page, which is a dedication note from the author, Susan Stryker. I enjoyed her note and made me believe that there are more good in life. The note says,

"The book is dedicated to all trans people who lived the lives that made history. I've outlined here, and to the community activists, too numerous to mention, who continue to advance the cause of social justice for transgender people everywhere."

 It is really inspiring for the author to make such a great note. She is very supportive towards this community and I truly admire her for what she does. Although it leaves me wondering, if one of her family members or friends are transgendered?

Before reading the further, I've realize that this maybe something educational rather than a story. The title itself explains the book as well as her dedication note. The book is called Transgender History.

As I flipped the next page, I've discovered she wrote a prologue and left a great importance of why it led her to her career today, sometimes I wish they provided that field of study in PCC. The book heightened my interest more than any other books I've read before. In addition, this book only covers the history of Transgender in the United States although I was hoping that the history will cover since the beginning of time.

On the other hand, I know it'll turn out to some great surprises, speaking of surprises, Susan Stryker is a transsexual person, in other words, she was born a male and transformed to a female in the late 1980's. She mentioned that she had no other transgendered or transsexual friends or family and was alone coming out. I believed that it must have been really difficult for her to "come out". Although it was really nice to finally find herself in a very comfortable position.

Another surprising moment is that Susan Stryker is a transsexual lesbian. I find that very interesting and strange, because born as a male and transformed into a female usually happens to being with a guy. I guess there are many other differences that exists in the world. I'll never be able to get this out of my head, because it was very new and positively eccentric. Someday I would love to meet the author and listen to stories personally. Her just writing a brief and narrow story of what she went through during her transformation was awful. It resembled to the experiences of most homosexuals.

What really triggered me was that she stated her situation at one point that she was unsafe in public.  I could imagine all the hardships she faced alone and it must be depressing if I ever get the chance to hear the details. She sounds so brave and very righteous. It is admiring for her to stay strong and fight for her passionate feelings. I am touched by how she reached out to the community and express what she believes in and simply that is EQUALITY.  I think I found a role model and people should be aware of who Susan Stryker is.

Another thing that caught my attention is that she mentioned San Francisco had the best historical materials for Gays, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered and that she is also a Professor at the college. I am so motivated to learn about her work and other events that she was a part of.  This concludes a standing ovation for Susan Stryker.

Angelique...The final Chapters - Eleven and Twelve...

As I read Chapter 11, it made me realize that Jade is overcoming Margaret and it feels like there is no turning back, and I feel sad for her. Jade admits in the very beginning that it is difficult for her to handle herself and hoping to stay strong for Margaret. Her sex drive was just very powerful that she could'nt help herself and would please herself anywhere and sometimes to anyone. I'm beginning to see that this is really a struggle. Moving on, it has been 3 months since her last visit to Anthony's office and she is returning soon to see if there is any improvement, but by the looks of it, I guess not.

Anthony really helped Jade come out and he went beyond his work to complete this transformation. Margaret mentioned that she knew what he'd done, the woman he'd created or brought fourth. Jade was controlling Anthony now and it seemed like it is turning into something better, which I am still hoping for a relationship between the two of them atleast. Jade shares so much of these stories in the book because she wanted Anthony to feel weak and finally give in to Jade, regardless he was still taking baby steps, and I think that it is a good sign. 

Jade supposedly went on a date with Anthony at a Ball, which sounded very sophisticated and elegant or posh. Jade questions him and never got any answers from him, it was like he was trying to point fingers to what direction she could find answers. Some people do that from time to time and I enjoy it. People have to remind me how strong I could be and what is important. People like Anthony is socially gifted and I understood why he had the perfect field of work.

Moving on, Amber was at the ball and had a small conversation with Jade, telling her that Anthony is great at his job and wanted to be good friends. I truly admire Amber's personality. On the other hand, Jade looks for Anthony at the fancy ball and described herself situation as Adam and Eve. It was really a good metaphor and that story didn't end well, but for Jade and Anthony, it was going through a beautiful ending. It was like the Cinderella story that never ended at Midnight. Their story ended with passionate love and it changed them after. They both continued on to the ball and ended the night perfectly. I am grateful for the turn out.

Chapter 12 was the shortest of all chapters. Jade began accepting herself and knew what Anthony had done for her. He showed her who she truly was and it was very soothing to read. Jade was actually a good character and made a good point, regardless if I think she was a slut. Jade made me think otherwise when she mentioned in the book "Most women would never do the things I have, but secretly wish they could. They wish they could live the things that only exist in their minds, in their fantasies." 

I grew to like her in the end and I am glad she found herself. Anthony taught her so much and she knows that he is the only man for her.  Anthony said "I love you. You know that don't you" . I am so pleased with the final chapter. I loved it. They moved on and shared their lives together and I hope to hear another story like this. On the very last part of the story Anthony asks Jade "Did you like what I did to you that night in the elevator?" I yelled and said OMG!! He was the first guy! The guy that took her virginity and disappeared. I am proud and relieved that it was Anthony. I am so grateful for them to be a happy couple. I have mixed emotions of the ending and it is all positive. The first book I've ever completed in my life, I think.

Angelique...Chapter Eight, Nine, and Ten

In chapter 8, I discovered that Margaret opened the doors for Jade. Jade just went for a stroll and she just let a man took control of her as she gets too excited. This was taken place in a subway tunnel. I really felt that she was very spontaneous and daring. I couldn't imagine any of my friends taking that risk. I guess it is because we rather be safe than sorry. I have good and bad things to say about Jade, I know I am judging her, but I am not like that, this here led me to express myself. Funny thing is I've never done this in person, but oh well, its just a book.

The good part about Jade is that she's very brave, bold, and confident, on the other hand, she is not careful, classy, and respectful towards herself. I'm beginning to dislike her because she could've handled her needs in a better situation.

Chapter 9 began at Anthony's building and on her way she couldn't stand Jade taking control, it was like she entered puberty again. It was really crazy to see her helpless with her emotions. She walks up to her office and instantly Anthony gave her a tease and a bit of light intimacy. I really think he has game with women and it made me wonder if he was married or divorced or something. He never gave Jade anything she craved for since the beginning, which is probably making her do all this crazy things.

I guess it's really changing her slowly with his therapy sessions, both mentally and physically. I really don't know what to say with his way of work, if it was too much or inappropriate. It was fine and I guess I have to see what happens in the end.

Chapter 10 was getting out of hand for Jade. It was like almost everything in her mind sets her to the erotic fantasy or daydream. Now I question myself how did she end up as a patient or client for Anthony. During her continuous imagination, she slowly passed out at the gas station. I was shocked could this really happen to anyone in the world. Later, I realized that maybe this girl planned it, even though it didn't seem like it. In the end, she screwed another stranger. It's really getting on my nerve that she's not having self respect, but it's cool. It's really up to her on how she runs her life.

Angelique...Chapter Six and Seven...

I was right since the beginning of Chapter One. This led to a connection between Jade and Anthony as well as Amber. The three of them went on to the beach, which I believe will end in romance and intimacy. This story keeps getting better and better. The previous writer had great scenery and stories, but easily to predict.. I like Angelique's form of writing, it just keeps you motivated to find out next. That is how to keep a person focused on reading a book.

Moving on, the three had light intimacy and was really surprising, because Anthony was the one he stopped it and said they will continue on Saturday. I began to think to myself that Guys are not all the same. They really have differences. It is only those who are incapable of love, romance, and care. I truly believe that it is only a challenge and it takes one person to actually challenge and lead them to that greater part of humanity.

In Chapter Seven, it was only her story in the elevator with a stranger and I think she lost her virginity there. I was bothered by it, because I was thinking for a special night for her. I feel like some people just couldn't wait for the right time or be even classy about it. I think people only realize their mistakes later in life, which is true. It's fine because they learn from it and it does better themselves.

Angelique...Chapter Five...

I recalled in Chapter four that Anthony will surprise Margaret for his next therapy or counseling session and it sounded too surprising as if something intimate was about to happen. So, in this chapter it started off when Amber was in Anthony's office and Margaret felt betrayed about it. She wanted to run, scream, and cry as her feelings were being stabbed, but not knowing why she felt like this. This made me remember when my friend messed around with my cousin and my bestie was there. We were having drinks by the beach and for some reason my bestie got all dramatic and giving attitude. I figured that he liked my cousin and he was angry like for no apparent reason, so he wanted me to drop him home, which I did. My cousin and I talked about it and said "he's jealous, whats wrong with him?". The next morning, my bestie and I talked about what had happen and he replies "I don't know why I felt that way, I was just super angry". I laughed so hard and said "Girl you like him".

The way my bestie and Margaret felt is like they owned someone and I wonder why did they feel that way. I've never seen anyone felt for someone so strongly and throw attitude. It reminded me when I was in high school, but I never show any emotion, it was a secret. As the story continues in session, Amber expressed that she has another personality and her name is Amanda similar to Margaret. I'm thinking what type of assistance is Anthony providing for those who are in this kind of situation. 

Margaret witnessed Janet's intimacy and thats how it became to her personality Jade. I think Jade was urging out of her and she began her search. Despite that she goes to catholic school. I feel like this a girls who attend catholic school are much worst than girls who go to an all public school, that is in sin, but nothing bad. On the other hand, Amber was really enjoying the Margaret story of unleashing Jade. I began to think if I had another personality, although different from Amber and Jade. I wonder what would it be.

I've realize a little bit of changes with me and I think the changes will be good and not harmful. I wouldn't be able to share in my blog. I found my other personality although I think it started when I moved to Oregon from the islands. This place really comforts you in the city and expresses how you feel. Maybe Amber and Jade is just an example and everyone could relate to it. I believe everyone has an incredible person within themselves. 

Angelique...Chapter Three and Four...

Chapter Three was pretty short and it only talked about how a friend named Lynn was actually improving her fashion wardrobe. Plain and simple, but it was nice. I was glad that Lynn was pointing out some stuff for Margaret to wear or make her feel comfortable in her own skin. I usually do that for my friends and it wasn't anything to put them down, it was to make them stand out. I like plain simple dressing that could stand out in the crowd. For example, a girl wearing a plain black dress could stand out more than anybody in the room. This was the beginning of Jade. It took baby steps and all it took was her glasses.

In Chapter four, it began with a full new look and when she stood against the mirror, she says " Jade stood before me". I was already thinking that Jade was going to make history when her night begins. It just took a few adjustments for her to realize how beautiful and attractive she is. This actually boost up confidence and it feels great. Personally, I love dressing up and impressing myself, it really gives you motivation and leads to a more positive lifestyle. I really think people should do this occasionally and not like an everyday thing. Back to the story, Margaret just couldn't stand her sexual feelings, most especially when she thinks of Anthony and Amber, the psychiatrist and the sexy co-worker. It's like she's a virgin and it's really funny to think how virgins would go through this experience.

The story really gets better at each chapter and I wished they made a movie out of this, but a bit more classy than the book.

Angelique...Chapter Two...

I am assuming that this is another story just like how Nia Dixon wrote for every chapter of the book. This story began by a girl raised by strict old fashioned parents. I was also raised the same and it got stricter when my aunt took me in, not because I was troubled, but because she didn't have any kids. My aunt was the most loving person and she is my second mother :). The girl and I share some house rules and they are: Go to bed at ten, curfew at twelve, and the list goes on. Sex was never a conversation with families where I come from, it just comes from school and other agencies who educated people. It was very typical and it wasn't an issue. 

In the middle of the chapter, the story mentioned Margaret and I was excited to hear about her childhood story to what became Margaret and Jade. This girl was tall, skinny, and geeky, which she was bullied for. Funny thing is that geeky people are left alone when I was growing up, it was those who were trouble makers were bullied, which I think is a little weird now and find it surprising. Anyways, the story relates to other famous stories or movies that geeky girls want to be like the popular girls and that really annoys me. It is really entertaining though. On the other hand, Margaret is actually exposing Jade by her emotions overruling her, but had to be stopped because lack of privacy. 

Eventually she meets Janet, a girl from school. Janet was just a friend and nothing else, she was someone she could relate to, but they're different. Janet seemed like a gothic bad girl. I find that to be interesting of a friendship. But as the story goes, shes actually sharing it with Anthony. This leading to some sort of connection between Margaret and Anthony. I know in the end something is going to happen between the two of them, which was not mentioned at the end of the story. It is still a continuation.

Angelique...Chapter One

This part of the book was written by Angelique while the first few were from Nia Dixon. In this section of the book, I've notice a little different writing style, but felt that emotions were bit stronger and very catchy. I was more impressed than the other writer. I think she did a wonderful job and believe she has great talent. In chapter one, Angelique wrote about a girl with two personalities, not the psychotic kind. It is more like the personalities that people expresses once they gain comfortability. For instance, I am shy in class but energetic at home; People are serious at work and lazy at home; etc.

Furthermore, She writes about a girl name Margaret who has a similar personality to a very soft spoken library girl and the other side is a sexual person that she is. She always tries to keep her sexual side dormant at all times, because it seemed like it might ruin and destroy her, not physically of course. I think everyone relates to this kind of situation and some people seemed to be comfortable enough. It's funny how Margaret calls her other personality Jade. Jade is the total opposite of Margaret, which reminds me of the movie Tamara, and I recommend this movie for some people to watch and see what I meant.

Moving on, Margaret shares information about who is Jade to Anthony. I assumed that Anthony is her ex-something, but I've discovered that he was just a psychiatrist. Surprisingly nothing happens between the two despite the extreme tension she shares. Another surprising thing is that Margaret has a thing for girls. This made me realize maybe she really has an issue from the past that triggered her other personality. The story didn't have a great ending and hoping that it will continue in the later chapters.

Part VIII...In search of...

This section of the book really stood out the most. It was extremely explicit and straight forward. The character was very blunt and knew what he or she wanted. I was literally beginning to think that this was a gay guy, because he made comparisons between himself and  to all the women in the world as he talks about sex. Behind the title was that this guy or girl was looking for the perfect man's thingy. I have never seen anyone so determine to look for such a thing. Besides that, the character has an expensive taste in men and couldn't hold onto relationships.

I really don't know how people could have one night stands. It sounds fun and all, but I think its disgusting and frightening at the same time. I really don't know how people do these things with random strangers. So the story sets on an airplane and of course intimacy took place. Apparently, I am wrong this gay guy is actually a girl named Jackie and she is feisty. This seem like someone opened the door with over the top surprise and then it died kind of story. It was a bit boring and didn't really care about it.

Part VII..I missed you...

This title is warming to my eyes. Although the story seemed a little too dramatic for my taste, I did find it to be simple and classy. The moral of the story seemed like it was about a bad relationship that turned into a good one. It had to do with a divorce couple. In the book, it was about an ordinary divorced couple that ended up being best friends. I can definitely relate to this because I have met someone in the past that had a similar situation. I find it healthy and relieving that people can build a positive friendship despite their tragic end of marriage. On the other hand, the book mentioned that she was too afraid to find out if he has no feelings for her. I would be afraid too if I was ever in that position.

The female character in this story showed strength by moving on, but when her ex gets back into her life, everything shatters and she has to pick up the pieces. The dilemma she faces is really a struggle and is painful to read. I feel that no one should have to go through this pain or even have to be put in this position. The people around me had experienced it recently and it was so depressing to watch people go through that situation. It really doesn't matter how old you are, your feelings speak pretty loud and clear to how you really feel for someone or maybe even something. I personally had that experience in the past and it was really disturbing. Since I overcame that situation, I have tried to avoid anything that will lead to that dilemma.

As she continues more into her story, she tends to withhold her feelings about her ex-husband in a more secretive way. I could tell that it was just going to get better from time to time between the couple. The communication for the two of them was great, but I get the feeling that the occasional silence she gets from him is dreadful and unpleasant. This illustrated that in the end they will connect to what they've lost after a passage of time. Moreover, it was really nice to read how her body image changed over the years from the accident and the surgeries she had gone through. It is amazing that (even after everything) her ex-husband still finds her as the most beautiful woman in the world. Love happened and it only took time to realize what they've lost, which was each other. I think time has the power to heal problems that people face. I truly believed that time gives people the opportunity to turn a bad relationship into a good and healthy one.

Part VI...Unfinished Business...

As I read more and more of the chapters, I've come to realize that the book is really just based on sex and how people connected to it. This chapter seems like a continuation from the previous chapters and I am hoping that it'll be chapter IV-You, he, and me. Because the story ended at a Gay and Lesbian Bar and never mentioned what happened to the two girls. Once I began to read the chapter, the name Derek was the very first word of the book and I don't recall any name that existed in the previous chapters. In other words, I believe it has to do with an exciting story that never ended and was about to continue after all these years.

The scene began as Derek mesmerizes and admires a girl in stage who is performing by reciting a poetry. I have never seen anyone or anybody perform like that ever and I would love to attend one real soon. It could be another assignment I could add to the class. I find it amazing that people have interest on such a performance, which leaves me to wonder and imagine their performances. I've been wondering if Derek is salivating or drooling over this girl when she performs, could it happen to me or my close friends in the past as I performed in some islands and countries? I'm really impressed that something takes an effect during or after your performance. I recalled nothing but good. Simple complimentary remarks and nothing beyond that.

This story was really about going after what you passionately missed and will do anything to get it back and getting through a happy ending. The poet was Nikki. This girl really performed as if it was the opera and people are stunned by it, which makes me imagine her dramatic acting on stage. She definitely moved me together with the crowd. I believe the crowd loved her voice and usage of words, which I too, is loving more and more words. Furthermore, Derek seemed like he is falling in love with her and I am not surprised if they had a past together.

Later, Derek and Nikki has a short relationship. It seemed like it just happened overnight and no sex was involve, just communication and affection. I greatly think that is the most beautiful thing between two people to share while taking their pleasant and peaceful time. Everything was pretty positive until they parted ways. After the performance, Derek really made a surprise entrance towards Nikki and when their eyes met, it was like a connection that was never gone or missing. It's really nice to encounter that kind of situation whether it is family, friends, and even an ex, regardless how much you hated your ex. The story ended as they caught up with their own lives and made love in the end. I began to not care for the ending, but rather for the connection of the story. This made my reading faster because I know whats on the end of every chapter.

Part V...You, He, and Me...

By the title, I am assuming this story has to do with a couple who wants to experience something different with a  stranger or between three friends or three random strangers, which will lead to spontaneous pleasure. I find it interesting and weird for a Poly relationship? if that's really the case. It's really sad when they get into relationship issues. The story begins with another passionate hobby or leisure - Dance. Dance is my all time fave, it's like a type of high, healing, and expression as well as my skill and talent. Continuing with the story a woman mentions how hard she can dance to the point she breaks a massive sweat and literally her entire clothes could be wet from top to bottom, I have experience that like a billion times. It's because sometimes you get into it and daze off like your surroundings don't matter. Dancing is very useful and beneficial with nothing to lose. It is an entertainment for yourself and anyone around you. Surprisingly, you could capture a persons interests with just dancing just like reeling a person with your fishing rod. Moving on, the girl usually goes to a club by herself in hoping that someone would ask her to dance so she could show off her skills and motion although she never had the chance. Next thing you know she decides to go with a group of friends and something tells me she will end up meeting a couple, but we'll find out later. On their way, they've ultimately decided to go to a Gay & Lesbian bar which I am amazed that they're all straight or one of her friends should be, that's usually the case. Eventually, they enter the bar and the music is super loud. If you love to dance you know you could feel the rythm of the songs flowing through your body and from there you could be dancing anywhere in the club. I usually go in and grab a drink and find a table. First, you began to shimmy your shoulders or in other words wiggle your shoulders. Next, you bounce on your chair. Last, you stand up and ask one of your friends to dance with you. When we all sit together enjoying ourselves, were all busting our moves sitting or standing and when alcohol is involved, you're much more daring to do anything. That is why you never dare anyone to do anything stupid. Back to the story, this girl does the same thing what my friends and I would do. This girl and I have  something in common which we can't dance alone in the club which I don't know why. Like I mentioned earlier a few more drinks and I could. Chuckling at myself. When you're at that moment you do anything you want and control your body movement. The usual happens and that is how you reel your fish in! Someone is just watching you and waiting to make their way towards you. On the other hand, it is not surprising when straight people meet up in a gay bar, because usually gay people have very beautiful girlfriends and men go there to meet those girls. I find it very funny and hilarious to how far men will go. Moving on, the girl and guy finally dance and conversate with each other on the dance floor. One thing let to another, they decide to hook up in the back room, which I have never seen or heard one here in Portland. I honestly think its disgusting if they do. Now I see that one person is missing because of the title and reading more of the story the person makes her entrance by accident. For some reason this girl wanted her to stay, so she could feel safe and comfortable. There's the conclusion of this story, but the interesting part is that when they're all having that threesome, the two girls were connected naturally and the guy didn't exist to them at all. They've connected through their mind while their emotions were coming out strong. The girl teared and her tear fell onto her cheek and I responded with an aww. Amazingly, they fell in love right after and they were right for each other. Somehow the guy disappeared and they partyed together all night long. I asked myself is this how people who convert to being homosexual or is this just a story? I've learn about sexual orientation as a personal interest and this story makes me wonder. It is a nice story and I would like to find a continuation part of this story.