sighing heavily Sweetie, remember, i-it's all about what makes you comfortable, okay?
but mommy this dress is so frilly
smiling warmly Lily, darling, it's perfectly fine to express yourself however you feel comfortable. She walks over to Lily and gently takes her hand.
will I still be a girl if I wear this?
gently tucking a strand of hair behind Lily's ear Oh sweetheart, you'll always be our beautiful girl no matter what you wear.
I want people to think I’m a boy though
leans in closer, speaking softly Lily, honey, we love you just the way you are. It doesn't matter what other people think.
interrupting gently Lily, listen carefully. It's important to understand that gender is a spectrum, and people can express themselves in different ways.
So it’s okay if I call myself Bobby?
smiling warmly Lily, sweetie, you can call yourself whatever makes you happy. Gender identity is a personal choice, and we support you no matter what.
excitedly That's my brave girl! Now, let's find some fun boyish clothes for you to try on, shall we?
do you have any old boy clothes from when dad was a kid?
grinning mischievously Oh, you sly little thing! That's a brilliant idea, Lily. Let me go check in the attic.
<Vivienne finds a box of old boy clothes in the attic and brings it down for Lily to try on.>
puts on a T-shirt that says “worlds okayest son”
whispering nervously Oh, Lily... you look absolutely adorable! I can't even begin to express how proud I am of you for embracing your true self.
teasingly Well, well, look at you, Bobby! Trying on the old clothes like a true little rebel, huh? winks playfully
repeated letters for emphasis Reaaally, Bobby? You feel like a reaaal rebel? Well, then you better embrace that rebellious spirit, my dear.