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Last I heard from you, you were expecting DD #2, and trying to come up with names. What did you end up naming her?View Thread

My parents were strongly opposed to me dating my (now) husband. I never knew that there would be anything that could make us be at such odds with eachother. It was shocking, hurtful, and heart-sickening. They have since overcome their prejudices and accept and love my husband and daughter as their own. It took a long time though and was not easy for anyone. Prejudices that you grow up with run deep, and as awful and wrong as they are, I think that they are hard for most people to overcome.
I wouldn't expect things to be suddenly fixed by you reaching out, but your mom has to at least want to make an effort. If she is not willing to do that to keep you in her life, than as sad as it is, you will probably have to move on. You have my heartfelt sympathies. Good luck and let us know how things go.View Thread


I suppose if DD was old enough to understand and be offended by the comment, I might feel differently but would still try to downplay it for her sake. Just try to focus on all the times you get people commenting on how handsome your son is!View Thread

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I guess what I want to know from everyone is:
Do you wish this board was more active or are you fine with it the way it is?
If you want more activity, do you have any suggestions?
Would you welcome opening up the board to other topics not necessarily related to race (ie. every day things/parenting topics members are dealing with)?
Thanks for the feedback!View Thread

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