When I started doing drag at 15 my mum and gran were by my side cheering me on
metro.co.ukThe most common myths around HPV debunked by doctorsWhere to get Kate Middleton's red coat - from her Holyhead visitCan triggering the Hero Instinct really make someone fall in love with you?Now, aged 19, I’m unsure what the future looks like, but I’m having a lot of fun and taking it one day at a time.I’m doing an exciting apprenticeship this summer, then heading to university to study Fashion and Merchandising, both of which are cool new adventures for me.One thing I am sure of is that, though one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, the greatest treasure for me has been being able to be accepted for who I truly am – second-hand high heels and all.Do you have a story you’d like to share?
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