[nimo6211]

First of all, I do not say that Betsy agrees with the inclusion of the "I" but used her as an example of someone who is both intersex and gay being more comfortable in such a forum such as LGBT(I) as opposed to someone like myself who is intersexed but heterosexual.

Secondly, I was brought up a christian and remain so. The reason I used it to make my point is because as a child, even up to my teen years, I believed everything I was taught as "gospel" but have since learnt to be more informed and make informed choices based on what I believe to be the actual interpretation of the Bible. I am not ashamed of the fact that I am and will never deny being a christian. Just because the christian fundamentalists take an extreme, legalistic, and sometimes prejudiced view of what the basic principles of christianity is, does not mean all christians do. I have discovered that it is never about the religion itself, but rather the interpretation of it which tends to deceive people. My views though usually influenced by my beliefs, I am never homophobic or intolerant. Christianity teaches the concept of "free will" or the freedom of an individual to make choices and be accountable for the result or consequences of such choices.

Emi, whilst I respect your opinion, I do not believe that being part of an organisation that do not share too many commonalities on issues is a trivial matter and therefore should not be based on "opinion" alone and deserves much more attention that just "a matter of opinion".

In a way, I guess you are right. Correct me if I am wrong but I understood that LGBT was exclusively formed to address the needs of Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals and Transvestites as the name implies. So, would it therefore not be reasonable to assume that you would have to fit into one of those caregories to feel comfortable in the group/organisation.

As an intersexed person, who is heterosexual like myself, I would feel terribly out of place. The danger in that situation is that the issues of a heterosexual would seem insignificant compared to the issues of the majority in the group and would therefore not get the attention it deserves. As I have said before, our issues are totally different and therefore should not be lumped together.

I certainly hope that I have managed to clarify my position in the matter.