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Transgender
Paul Rousseau, M.D.
PalliativeDoctor@aol.com
The encounter a blend of
Eroticism and fragrant sexuality:
A red dress, blowing in
The wind of a brief rainfall,
Hair pasted to a rouged face,
Femininity rising from the
Depths of black high heels.
I knew then,
That I must have her,
That I must be her.
Author's Commentary
I noticed a male custodian undergoing pharmacological and surgical interventions to change from a male to a female, and spoke with him regarding his choice to change genders. Out of my discussion came the poem "Transgender."
Published: June 22, 2007