Novelist Khaled Hosseini, known as a kite runner, and a thousand beautiful suns, among others, has written a touching note to his daughter, Haris, who came out as transgender. According to the author, Haris, 21, has taught his family about “courage and truth”.
Mr. Hosseini has shared Haris’s photo on Twitter together with the letter. It said, “Yesterday, my daughter Haris came out as a transgender. I was never proud of him. He has taught our family about courage and truth. “
He continued to add, “I know this process hurts him. He is aware of the cruelty that the trans person does. But he is strong and not afraid. “
Mr Hosseini also issued a main throwback image that featured himself and Little Haris. It seems that the picture was clicked during one of their beach events. The novelist also said that Haris supported him. “I love my daughter. She is beautiful, wise, and brilliant. I will be by her side at every step. Our family stands behind her.”
Speaking of Haris’s journey, Mr. Hosseini said, “I already know about Haris’s journey since last year and I have witnessed him navigating personal times who are very trying. Transition is a complicated effort – emotionally, physical, social, psychological – but Haris has fulfilled every challenge with grace, patience, and wisdom. “
The proud father added, “I am happy now I don’t have one but two beautiful daughters. Most importantly, I was inspired by Haris’s courage, his courage to share with his true world. “
People clapping “extraordinary father”, Hosseini warm movements for their daughter.
Someone, who is a fan of Mr. Hosseini’s books, wrote, “As much as I like your books, this is the most beautiful thing you write.”
Others said, “How lucky Haris has an extraordinary, understanding, and supportive father like you.”
Mr. Hosseini ended his notes by saying, “is a privilege to watch him entering the world as a beautiful, wise, and brilliant woman. May God give him. “