A Swiss legend tells the story of Wilhelm Tell and Gessler, the tyrant steward of the Habsburg Empire. Gessler raised a pole in the market square of Altdorf and perched his hat on the top, commanding all who passed before it to bow in respect. Wilhelm Tell, visiting Altdorf with his young son, could not bring himself to bow to the hat and was seized by the guards. Gessler sets up Tell to a challenge and orders him to shoot an apple off his son's head with his crossbow. If Tell were successful, he would be released, but if he failed or refused, both he and his son would die. To Gessler's annoyance, Tell split the apple and not his son's head.
What an amazing account. You articulated the phenomenon of gender woo so well and your uncompromising stance against it shows a strength we can all draw from. Keep on keeping on & know that you (and your son) have more support out here in the world than you yet know!
Sadly, we’re seeing this same story over and over again. Thankfully yours is somewhat happier at the moment, unlike many of us who are still dealing with the horrors before us. My daughter has been on testosterone for several months and is scheduled for top surgery January 2nd. Still hoping and praying for a change of heart and mind, but at this point we have no real contact or influence. God does though, so we continue to hope and pray.
Thank you. I’m planning to send a letter with my perspective to her, in hope that maybe she’ll at least open herself up to looking at the facts. I also need to let her know that I will always love her, no matter what. But even saying no matter what to a young trans person these days is like declaring war, like you don’t understand, you’re biased, you don’t really support me. My wife’s fear is she will totally shut us out if I send it, but I know I need to do so. Prayers and good vibes would be appreciated.
What a story - I admire your courage! Yes, thank God for Mothers and their love for their children! You wrote “one of the greatest medical scandals of our time” YES and it is beyond a science fiction horror movie. Standing up to the school and their trans ideology beliefs being forced on teachers took such strength - I am sorry you had to quit but you are so admired by all of us fighting this fight. I have two teachers in my family (a sister and niece) and I know they have been brainwashed and believe the trans gender lie. That is one reason they cannot support my other sister who’s son was groomed into thinking he was born in the wrong body. His teachers also believe the lie and supported his change in name and pronouns. I am so relieved that your son has returned to you and I hope he can stay strong and stay out of the clutches of ths cult. You gave us all hope!
I am so happy your son returned to sanity, I know that would be very hard to do, to swim against the current as a young person like that. That's what a real rebel would do, swim against current ideology and not kowtow to it. Bravo! We need more rebels like that!
Thank you for sharing your story in this essay. So well written and poignant. This ideology is beyond damaging to children and families. I'm so very happy to hear that you are doing better and your son desisted / detransitioned and reconnected with you. You are an incredibly brave woman to stand up to your employer and not complete the training. You inspire me. I'm also a mom of a son who is about to turn 18. He is still cosiderate, thoughtful and sensitive, still so loving and caring. I worry that this might change, but your story reassured me that even if there will be a turn for the worse, there is still hope.
It is so incredibly difficult to hold our seats in the face of this crazy. I am happy, for you, that your son has at least let some light in. I have not been as fortunate. I hear from so many moms that we try so hard to listen and reflect and stay present only to eventually just lose it! The behaviors, as you describe them, are horrible. We did have to ask our 34 year old to move out as he wasn't following through on his agreements regarding getting free rent here. I am sure he continues to believe we 'kicked him out' because he is trans, furthering the victim stance of this group. So many heartbroken parents.
I’m so sorry you had to deal with so much at one time. You are brave for standing up to your employer and sharing the truth. I’m so happy that your son is back - blessings to you and your family 🙏
I am so sorry you are going through this, and in awe of your principled stand with your employer. I am glad your son is pulling away from self mutation for now. Stay vigilant, stay strong, don’t compromise on truth!
Over and over, I see mentions of a correlation between gender cult and Anime. It seems to be as significant as, if not more so, than pornography. I used to think teenagers wasted far too much time on that crap, but today it seems to be a contributing factor to their gender derangement.
Yes, I wish I had known in 2019 what I know now. The school he is attending was known for being a conservative school. Today no university is beyond the reach of this cult.
Thank you for sharing this story, which resonates deeply with me (and of course many others on this journey). Can you share what it was that prompted him to "save himself". What realization did he have? I am very happy for him, and also for you as his parent. It is clear how much you love him.
Thank you for standing up to your employer. We need to have these facts and figures handy to educate people. As I've shared a bit with friends about the bullying, the asd and all that contributes they are shocked.
Wonderful writing. Prayers... by chance we connected Gessler's Hat.... likely a blue feather... to an ancient archetype being played out today in America. Gessler, A Soros archetype and Tell .... https://godtype.substack.com/p/the-william-tell-overture-trump-maga
This is so well written, thank you!
What an amazing account. You articulated the phenomenon of gender woo so well and your uncompromising stance against it shows a strength we can all draw from. Keep on keeping on & know that you (and your son) have more support out here in the world than you yet know!
Sadly, we’re seeing this same story over and over again. Thankfully yours is somewhat happier at the moment, unlike many of us who are still dealing with the horrors before us. My daughter has been on testosterone for several months and is scheduled for top surgery January 2nd. Still hoping and praying for a change of heart and mind, but at this point we have no real contact or influence. God does though, so we continue to hope and pray.
So sorry for your pain. I hope your daughter wakes up and changes her mind.
Thank you. I’m planning to send a letter with my perspective to her, in hope that maybe she’ll at least open herself up to looking at the facts. I also need to let her know that I will always love her, no matter what. But even saying no matter what to a young trans person these days is like declaring war, like you don’t understand, you’re biased, you don’t really support me. My wife’s fear is she will totally shut us out if I send it, but I know I need to do so. Prayers and good vibes would be appreciated.
What a story - I admire your courage! Yes, thank God for Mothers and their love for their children! You wrote “one of the greatest medical scandals of our time” YES and it is beyond a science fiction horror movie. Standing up to the school and their trans ideology beliefs being forced on teachers took such strength - I am sorry you had to quit but you are so admired by all of us fighting this fight. I have two teachers in my family (a sister and niece) and I know they have been brainwashed and believe the trans gender lie. That is one reason they cannot support my other sister who’s son was groomed into thinking he was born in the wrong body. His teachers also believe the lie and supported his change in name and pronouns. I am so relieved that your son has returned to you and I hope he can stay strong and stay out of the clutches of ths cult. You gave us all hope!
I am so happy your son returned to sanity, I know that would be very hard to do, to swim against the current as a young person like that. That's what a real rebel would do, swim against current ideology and not kowtow to it. Bravo! We need more rebels like that!
Thank you for sharing your story in this essay. So well written and poignant. This ideology is beyond damaging to children and families. I'm so very happy to hear that you are doing better and your son desisted / detransitioned and reconnected with you. You are an incredibly brave woman to stand up to your employer and not complete the training. You inspire me. I'm also a mom of a son who is about to turn 18. He is still cosiderate, thoughtful and sensitive, still so loving and caring. I worry that this might change, but your story reassured me that even if there will be a turn for the worse, there is still hope.
So many important quotes in this. I'm so glad your son is doing better.
It is so incredibly difficult to hold our seats in the face of this crazy. I am happy, for you, that your son has at least let some light in. I have not been as fortunate. I hear from so many moms that we try so hard to listen and reflect and stay present only to eventually just lose it! The behaviors, as you describe them, are horrible. We did have to ask our 34 year old to move out as he wasn't following through on his agreements regarding getting free rent here. I am sure he continues to believe we 'kicked him out' because he is trans, furthering the victim stance of this group. So many heartbroken parents.
I’m so sorry you had to deal with so much at one time. You are brave for standing up to your employer and sharing the truth. I’m so happy that your son is back - blessings to you and your family 🙏
I am so sorry you are going through this, and in awe of your principled stand with your employer. I am glad your son is pulling away from self mutation for now. Stay vigilant, stay strong, don’t compromise on truth!
Over and over, I see mentions of a correlation between gender cult and Anime. It seems to be as significant as, if not more so, than pornography. I used to think teenagers wasted far too much time on that crap, but today it seems to be a contributing factor to their gender derangement.
Yes, I wish I had known in 2019 what I know now. The school he is attending was known for being a conservative school. Today no university is beyond the reach of this cult.
Thank you for sharing this story, which resonates deeply with me (and of course many others on this journey). Can you share what it was that prompted him to "save himself". What realization did he have? I am very happy for him, and also for you as his parent. It is clear how much you love him.
wonderful to hear your son is moving in the right direction. I will remember your family in my prayers.
Thank you for standing up to your employer. We need to have these facts and figures handy to educate people. As I've shared a bit with friends about the bullying, the asd and all that contributes they are shocked.