StewStuph

No, none of my current relationships are coming to an end (that I am aware of.) One of my favorite things to do is make mixed CD's for my wife. I've also found that I enjoy songs about the end of relationships. Gina has known for a while that I like these songs, however, she does NOT want me to give her a CD of my favorite breakup songs. Well, at least not now. I have made a playlist of some of my favorite songs. This Relationship Is Over Playlist

but when I do, it must be something I find extremely interesting. As you may know, music is something I am very passionate about. I first heard of Against Me! while listening to Sound Opinions . I heard a bit of the story of Laura Jane Grace and heard a few of their songs. I was instantly hoked. So after seeing them perform twice last year and knowing that LJG had released an autobiography, I thought that I should read her story. I bought the book, TRANNY , and began reading immediately. I am a slow reader, which I think is the reason I don't read much. However, this book seemed to go quickly and I was looking for any opportunity to pick up the book and read a bit. I feel like the book really opened a door and provided insight into not only the transformation of Tom Gable to Laura Jane Grace, but to the evolution of the band Against Me! and their struggles throughout their career. I found myself engrossed in the stories and journal entries contained in the text. Some points I ...