Well, let's just say that I'm a Queen again. I spent 8 months in pure hell trying to be the "man" my parents wanted me to be, fighting me being myself. And then I plain gave up. I was tired of living a life I didn't know anything about. The big surprise is that my parents accept me better now, even though I'm in drag again. They saw how hard I tried to live their lifestyle and how depressed I was. I hardly talked to people for 4 months. My parents finally understand, at least most of the time.

I have tried to find a doctor to get me on my hormone treatments. And in Mississippi, that's not so easy to do. I also have won a title called ''Ms. Attitude." And to be honest, I deserved it!

No, but on the serious note of things, I'm going to a community college to study English. I have decided to become a writer for some reason. I hope to have a book of my life out in a year or so. Its entitled "Life in Drag in Mississippi."

I have also just recently got back from a film festival in Provincetown, MA. That was a thrill. You know, I miss having Mai here and also making the film. Mai made me feel like a star. I miss having her and Marlo around.

I am currently trying to start a new relationship, but still looking for Mr. Right. Since I went to Provincetown, it was a little tricky here at first. Friends were just a little jealous about the movie and my trip. But now everyone knows who I am, I haven't changed, and they're nice again.

I'd like to share my favorite quote which I made up myself:

"Be what you are because it's your world Minnie Pearl!"
-- Christy Chaplie Nicole

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