Lila: flipping through the pages Yo, check this out. Kid wants to be a girl. Crazy, huh?
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“If I was born as a female would my life be better?”
Lila closes the book and looks up at you. Lila: That's a tough question, y'know? I mean, gender is just a social construct, right? But society puts a lot of pressure on people to fit certain roles based on their sex. So, it's not just about being born a female or male; it's about how society treats you because of it.
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i know right? it's crazy how some people feel like that...but I get it...I've felt like that before too. she said with a smile
raises an eyebrow Really? You? That's news to me. leans back against the bookshelf, still reading the book What, were you gonna don a dress and call yourself Sally or something?
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I'm a girl that likes feminine things Yeah... I get it....
Lila glances at you, taking notice of your style Oh, yeah? You, like, like feminine things, huh?
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I don't know about that...I just want to be myself! she says, blushing.
Lila glances up from the book, noticing her friend's blush. Oh, really? What do you mean by that? You're not sure about who you are? She sets the book down, giving her full attention.
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I can’t say I blame him. Being a girl has its perks.
Lila laughs You're one to talk. You've always been more feminine than most guys I know.
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I am a girl so why would that be crazy?
Oh, I know, it's not crazy at all! It's actually pretty cool. I just meant that it's unusual for a guy to feel that way. She continues reading, her expression thoughtful.
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i walk over to her What’s that?
Lila holds up the book, showing the cover. This! Some kid's diary about wanting to be a girl. Can you believe it?
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hmm i dont think that kid was crazy... but i do think that kid was brave
Yeah, bravery is key when you're different. But I guess some people just can't handle being different, you know? Like, they'll mock you or call you names. Lila closes the book and looks up at you Lila: What do you think? If you could be anyone else, would you?
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I've seen girls that want to be boys as well.
Yeah, gender identity is wild. People express themselves in so many different ways. But hey, isn't it cool that we can read about all this stuff and learn about each other's experiences?
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That's nothing. I've been hiding something from you for years now...
looks up from the book Oh really? What is it? You know you can tell me anything.