safe space

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My safe space was the second All-Gender Bathroom in the HEC building of Pierce College Fort Steilacoom. The one closer to the women's bathroom.
That was the place I could feel like myself. Valid.
It didn't matter if I was standing at the door in winter wear or behind the corner taking a shower, I was safe.
Safe.
I didn't feel okay.
I felt safe.
I felt accepted.
I felt loved.
I wanted to stay there all day, safe.
Eventually, I always came out and used the gym like I was supposed to, but those few minutes a day were my little piece of Heaven on Earth. A safe-haven, if you will.

It always made me feel better.

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