3 or 4

Trans girls are girls. And they grow into women. Hormones or not, surgery or not. And at a time where their world is narrowing and narrowing and becoming more and more unsafe, they need that fellowship that guiding (and scouting) can provide.

I'm heartbroken for those girls.

That looks stunning.

They were very earnest. And most upset when they asked me and found out I've not seen it.

It's a must watch apparently.

To be fair, I'm usually fairly good, but I had a viral infection about 8 weeks ago and it's been mad ever since. Part of the reason I'm planning this is to convince myself that it won't last forever. Even if it feels like it at the moment.

I have 3 sort of planned - the spending valley Greenway, the Petworth way and part of the Northumberland coast path.

Happy to travel for a lovely walk.

I've also had half an eye on the Manchester Ringway.

Thanks for this, love a brass band

Sorry to hear that. I hope it heals up soon

Thanks Kiz. We usually muddle along, but every now and then something will just topple up over the edge.

I played the flute in my youth. I'm more into the corner these days, but I keep meaning to pull it out again.

Maybe when my asthma improves though.

Every happy post in that group is a kick in the teeth. I'm truly happy and excited for them, but it hurts at the same time. A reminder of how far we haven't come with no guarantees of progression.

18 months ago we were so excited.

And now we're just tired.

We haven't even started stage 2 because the medical advisor thinks my autism means that I "lack empathy" and "could create a chaotic environment for a traumatised child."

They're suggesting a psychological evaluation to see if I am fit to parent. And the agency... Well.

I'll admit, I didn't get through the first episode

Ah mate that's demoralising. :( I hope home comes soon. X

We all hope it's brought a bit of sunshine to your day. X

Asthma flair up. Finally released with a shed load of steroids.

Hope you're doing alright too. Thinking of you all. X