Storytelling: Inside out: Transgender stories: OHSU's transgender health program

Alexandra Steel, 62, says contrary to what you might think, she found transitioning in a small town quite easy. Steel resides in Manzanita, with a population of just over 600. "Folks are curious of course. Someone might label it nosy, but I don’t feel that way. I’m pretty darn willing to talk about anything. It’s up to them to hit the TMI [too much information] button and say 'stop'. But it’s been great."

Kristyna Wentz-Graff