April 26, 201511 yr Active Members Popular Post Did anyone watch the Diane Sawyer "Bruce Jenner Interview".... I had mixed emotions about it.... While he finally publicly revealed his plans to transition to a woman, the interview was heavy with backstory of his troubled and tormented childhood, dressing in his mom's and sisters clothing in secrecy while not understanding WHY he was doing it.... His confused Olympian years, his sham marriages, although he does admit he is not gay, and he truly loved ALL his wives, who ended the marriages because they couldnt handle or deal with the truth... Then there was battle of emotions when it came to telling his children, and what their reactions would be and the repercussions they would face from "his truth".. And finally the jokes and ridicule from the public and celebrity community which was terribly hurtful to him.... In the end I was saddened that he travelled this long road conflicted, confused and basically alone, until his ultimate decision to transition, which he really did back in the 80's, but stopped the process out of fear... Today he seems to be reconciled with himself, focused and optimistic about his "new life" as "HER". Most of his family is supportive, he is hopeful, excited and happy, and I was touched that he is finally living his life with internal Peace, a state of being we all strive for. All he asked the public for was for them to be "opened minded" because he doesnt want to be a disappointment to anyone. I gained a new respect for the "woman".... God Bless Bruce.....and Good Luck !
April 26, 201511 yr Was so good to see, in today's news reports about people's reactions, the past public sniping & mean jokes give way to some sympathy and understanding apparently resulting from the interview.
April 26, 201511 yr Active Members Very nice summary, Suckrates. I missed the interview but now feel I haven't. Thanks.
April 26, 201511 yr Active Members Yes Grandma, well said, and I think your feelings mirrors that of many on the outside looking in. Two thumbs up.
April 27, 201511 yr I hope he finds peace. The parts of the interview I saw, he seems to be at peace with this decision. I hope his decision helps others to feel more comfortable.
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