I've been living in Seattle for about a month in a half now and I feel so lucky to be here. Almost all of my best friends from school are here with me. My network has expanded so much already. I've gotten involved with a queer focused art collective called Lion's Main and I've met so many amazing people. I'm constantly seeing/ reading/ hearing beautiful things. Social justice conversations live on everyone's lips here.
At first, I was worried that I wouldn't be perceived as queer enough given my femmey presentation. It's common for people within the queer community to write off those who don't challenge the gender binary through presentation. However, I've come to be more comfortable with my queerness. I know who I am and it's okay if I don't look like I should be in a gay bar. This month, Lion's Main has taken me in with open arms. I need to start creating again, making art, but I've been so busy nesting in my new apartment. My room doesn't quite feel like home yet, although Seattle itself does.