Eli will be entering college in a few days. Even when he was growing up, he had always been uncomfortable about not being able to do "boy sports" and other "boy things". He was enrolled at a local all-girl Middle/High School in 6th grade, but finally understood at 13 that he was actually a boy. It was a difficult realization - not because of other people's reactions, but because of the internal processing of the things he knew he would have to face. Fortunately, both his parents, his friends, and the school were very supportive of his decision. The "coming out" process took a while, but he has been feeling much happier now that he can finally be who he is.
On a gear note, I am now using the Gibellini 4x5, a super sturdy camera that I can work with confidence. Portra 160, Cooke PS945
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