is through better self understanding on the part of the FP. Virginia has brought us knowledge through trans- vestia but it is up to us to follow her example of cour- age and continue to help ourselves. By organizing into local groups we can gain better understanding of our- selves and extend a helping hand to the thousands of TV's who are suffering the guilt, and fear we all know so well. I was recently able to help organize the Theta Chapter of FPE and have already been witness to its accomplishments. Theta is growing, not only in member ship, but in purpose as well. Each time a sister TV unlocks the door of fear we all grow stronger in matur- ity and understanding. How can anyone who has known the conflict of feminine and masculine heart and re- ceived the help of others not extend his had to those still in distress.

The sun is setting now on this lovely summer day which is coming to an end. My heart is no longer filled with grief and unhappiness. I am no longer ashamed of my feminine desires, but feel proud of the girl within. The peacefulness of this day its light summer breeze, the green countryside and golden sunset reflects the tranquility and beauty of my life. My daily prayer has changed; with a thankful heart, I now ask: " O God, give me serenity to accept what cannot be changed, courage to change what can be changed, and Thy wisdom to know one from the other".

Femininely,

Fran 49 C-FPE

THE MARINES HAVE LANDED by PHYLLIS 22

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I have a friend, a rough, tough Marine There's little he's not done and hasn't seen.

"A man of the world"! do I hear you say?

That he is, he's a Sargeant out Pendleton way.

To the boys in his company, he's known as, "Old Sarge". But at night, with his own, we all call him, "Marge".