"The book addresses what’s at the core of our purpose for being…to learn to truly SEE. Our experiences are not triggered by the same events, but confronting the fear, sense of loss, anguish, trying to figure out how to incorporate new input into our somewhat rigid sense of self is universal. If we are honest, thinking, feeling human beings we need to move through this territory to become more authentic humans. It is not comfortable. It is unavoidable if one wants to move forward. Fortunately, there are networks of support; this book being one of them."

"I just finished your book! Can I just say, thank you for sharing your journey with the world! In the epilogue you say that no one else can speak your book...It has been a joy over these last several years to connect deeply with other parents of transgender kids. Hearing their truths as they navigate this journey, heal from traumas, grow into the humans they are meant to be, etc has blessed my life so much! I found myself at times throughout your book relating to exactly what you are describing and then other times just learning from the parts of your journey that were different than mine. So many similarities and yet so many differences at the same time. Again, thank you."

"I started reading your book last night in bed, around 10:30pm. As of 10:00 this morning, I am halfway through and have to force myself to put it down so I can attend to responsibilities, though I wish I didn't have to. Tears ran down my cheeks as I read about your heartfelt, vulnerable experiences; the painful journey of cognitive dissonance, and your authentic sharing of your heart. You are a beautiful writer, and I love your use of "trans" words as the titles for each chapter. I felt the Spirit wash over me as I finished Chapter 5 and held the book to my heart. I appreciate you putting into words inklings of what I have been feeling as well. Although our beliefs and core values may differ in some areas, much of what you share rings true for me. I struggle with contradictions between what Christ taught and policies being implemented in our faith tradition as well and long for more inclusivity and love and less judgement and fear of difference. Looking forward to reading the second half."

"We are on our first plane for our trip. Just started reading. It’s real! I’m thankful for you sharing your hard! 💕 (>>>then later the same day...) I have been reading on and off all day. I’m in chapter 9. I have absolutely loved it all. You have spoken to my soul! Thank you so much for writing your story. I will need to read it again because I know I’m not catching all the depth of what you have written! It truly is beautiful!"

"I’m enjoying your book. Amazing writing, totally expected it would be something completely different. It was a very pleasant surprise. I can’t wait to finish it.”

“I enjoyed the book. It was different than what I expected, in that it is not a 'how-to' on supporting your transgender child, but a detailed explanation how to manage and thrive with change."