The voice on the bar room floor...

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    Well, I've spent a lot of time thinking about outting myself at work. I'm not sure how this will go. I could be fired on the spot because I live in a "fire at will" state and have no contractual agreement between myself and the people that I work for. I want to move forward with my transition and I can't really do that without coming out. I don't have that many friends but I'm sure I will lose some once I'm out. Some people might say "Youi're too old" or Why do you need to do that now, at his point in your life?" Just once in my life I would like mind and body to be on the same page. Just once, I want to look in the mirror and like who I see looking back at me. Warts and all. I don't ever expect to find love again but friendship and kindness would be wonderful. A hand to hold, a smile. I guess we'll find out where I go from here. Wish me luck...

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  • Elle Horgan I honestly think you need to weigh a few things. How many more years until retirement? Small town going to get you blacklisted from new job somewhere else? Do you have enough $$$ to last you incase you cannot get a job. I also work in a strict...  more
  • Marissa Mallo, News Hound Thank you all for listening and for your advice
  • Heather Ann Martin I certainly do wish you luck Marissa. I admire your courage. I was never brave enough to come out as myself when I was working and waited until retirement to start living full time. You're going to have to start dressing as a woman in public at some...  more
  • Donna V Hi Marissa , I went through the experience of coming out at work, see blogs.and got to a certain stage. but my life is very complicated and its the relationship with my partner which is the strongest factor.For all the ifs buts and how will people react...  more