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Femminiello

So there are some people in Italy called femminiello. They are special because they are born boys, but they also act and dress like girls. They have very special traditions and they are often very respected in their communities.

Now, some people might not understand femminiello because they might think that boys should only act like boys and girls should only act like girls. But it's okay to be different, and femminiello are celebrated because they are special and unique.

Think of it this way: It's like being a super cool superhero with a special power. Femminiello are like superheroes but instead of having a power, they have their own special way of being who they are. Everyone should be allowed to be who they want to be, and that's what femminiello are all about.
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