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Agape Love

January 23, 2017 8 Comments

By Sana Ali

“I’ve no place for a tranny in my house! Get out, you moron!” said Mr. John to Jenner.

Time went by quickly, and Jenner grew up to become a reputable citizen in those 20 years.

Mr. John was lying on a hospital bed; his heart transplant was successful, yet everyone was mourning because their beloved surgeon had died and donated her heart.

Many years later, a mysterious letter was found addressed to Mr. John. ‘Father, you had no place for me in your house, but my heart was all yours, so I am giving it to you. Love, Surgeon Jenner John.’

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  1. Jeff Matthews says

    January 23, 2017 at 11:21 am

    I had to read this twice. I think either Jenner should be changed to a more feminine name or change Jenners sex to make it flow better. Great story though, thank you. Jeff

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    • Sana Ali says

      January 23, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      Thanks for the feedback. This story was all about transgenders, I wanted to reflect their right to live as normal people, like you and me, couldn’t use an exactly feminine or masculine name. Thanks again.

      Reply
  2. Gina says

    January 23, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    I also spent too much time focusing on the name: very close to “Bruce J.”

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    • Sana Ali says

      January 23, 2017 at 11:09 pm

      The title “agape love” reflects Jenner’s extreme love for her father. Thanks.

      Reply
  3. Muzzamil Ali says

    January 24, 2017 at 11:55 am

    Stunning story little annoying sis! ???

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    • Sana Ali says

      January 24, 2017 at 12:20 pm

      Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  4. C L King (@CLKing_writes) says

    January 24, 2017 at 10:50 pm

    Really enjoyed reading this, though I had to read it a couple of times as the name confused things a little.

    Reply
    • Sana Ali says

      January 24, 2017 at 11:27 pm

      Thanks for your precious feedback.

      Reply

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