Featured in Monterey County Weekly--From Barrio to Transgender Pioneer:A Letter to Pawtone
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Arlina A and her deeply felt memoir, A Letter to Pawtone, bring a cultural and historical perspective to the transgender experience. As one of the first people in the US to receive gender reassignment surgery, she has a perspective that speaks to today's conversations in a unique way.

In this story in Monterey County Weekly, Arlina tells of her deep beliefs and the influences that brought her to reveeal her story after many years.

Her narrative of how she was received when returning to work after her transition is deeply moving.

Every part of Arlina's story shows her sensitivity and her courage.

Chapter 9 of A LETTER TO PAWTONE: CATERPILLAR dives into the silent transformation that defined a pivotal time in Arlina's life.

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In this deeply introspective chapter, Arlina reflects on her secrecy, the unanswered questions it raised for those around her, and the inner journey that would ultimately lead to her metamorphosis. CATERPILLAR is a tender and raw portrait of self-discovery and resilience.

Read the article and see the reading at this link: https://www.montereycountynow.com/entertainment/literature/the-autobiography-of-a-monterey-transgender-pioneer-is-a-difficult-story-well-told/article_2d373057-bfc7-4ef3-89d1-ab9fc90e4577.html?utm_source=Monterey+County+Weekly+Newsletter&utm_campaig...