Of course I am -- in Canada. And in my mind, and in the Girl's mind (and in Massachusetts). But what about in Michigan? Texas? Oddly enough, because of my transsexuality, I am probably NOT legally married in Michigan but probably AM legally married in Texas. This is the same problem that every same-sex couple faces who marries under the auspices of the state (whether it's Canada or Massachusetts or some other progressive jurisdiction that allows same-sex marriage). I am thinking of doing a legal research paper on this topic (to also evaluate the question of whether a previous marriage is valid following a partner's surgical sex change).
But, for now - just like last year - the National Freedom to Marry week is underway. We should not have to question that our marriages are valid and recognized. To my way of thinking that is a hate crime perpetrated upon us by the government (and, of course, the majority of people who have voted to incorporate this discrimination into their state constitutions and laws). Our best hope is to educate people. The best way to educate people is to be out, be proud, be an example.
The Outlaws of Michigan are throwing a party for the Girl and me this Friday, in celebration of our marriage and in honor of Freedom to Marry. Pretty awesome. If you're in town -- be there!
From no posts to 3 in one day! How about that? :)