Ally Kotetsu

This weekend I met one of my good friends on pedi. Every time I meet someone it's always prefaced by anxiety, worried that things won't happen the way I think they will. But meeting someone like me, someone that society has tried to suppress and rid of a life, always reminds me about the community we're fighting for, and how good that is. Everyone behind a profile picture is a real person with friends and family, struggles and aspirations. It's worth fighting for. I've had the privilege of meeting so many great people, and I know there are more out there. It has made me incredibly happy that I've caused people to meet others, and I will always suggest that people do it. It really changes your life once you know you're not alone.

I struggle a lot with motivation, I feel hopeless a lot. But meeting a community member always fills me with energy and hope. It shows me who we're fighting for. It gives me a way to keep going, and it's why I'll never back down, because I know that this is bigger than me.