Melanie Sharp was, and continues to be, an inspiration to more people than I think she really understood. Today, the day of her passing, I would like to make it so that she lives on through others. I heard from a close friend that the "K" in "MelanieK" stood for her middle name. So, with a full heart and open mind, I have made a decision. When I transition and start living my life as a female, my first name will be Katherine, after her. This decision did not come quickly or lightly. I hope this will remind me every day to live my life as if it were my last and remind me that I have so much love around me. I just hope that I live up to her name and can spread as much love as she did in her short years on this planet. Forever in my heart. I love you <3
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elizadoolittle:
Now I've read manty blogs this morning and last night about Melk but that that is truly the most meaningful and had me in tears. Katherine is a beautiful name and I bet she would be thrilled the idea was inspired by her.
sharona1881:
i cried the first time i read this in chat last night, and i cried when i read it on facebook, and again now. you amaze me with YOUR strength kobes, and i think mel will be proud that you are taking her name as yours <3