Big life updates! I got engaged (!!), I’m moving to Seattle (!!), and after years of overthinking and talking myself in circles, I’ve finally decided to take the plunge and get top surgery (!!)

This is something I’ve thought about for ages, but between my upcoming wedding and all the big changes in my life, I realized I want to step into this next chapter feeling fully myself—without the daily existential arguments with my reflection. I’ve been lucky to have the right people, resources, and support to finally make this happen, and now all that stands between me and the chest of my dreams is the slightly horrifying reality of medical bills.

If you’d like to support me in this journey (and help me afford post-surgery snacks, because healing is hard work), I’d be endlessly grateful for any donations, shares, or even just some encouraging words. Thank you for being part of my life—I promise to celebrate with an extravagant “Ta-Ta, Ta-Ta's!” dance as soon as I’m cleared to raise my arms again.

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