Category Archives: Racial Identity
Trayvon and My Son
Not all families look alike, nor are they created in the same way. This is true of mine, and although I am always aware that my family doesn’t match, and that my kids are at risk for prejudice and racism, … Continue reading
Spotted! Multiracial Family in a City Near You
The reactions to our conspicuous family seem to be on the upswing lately. And the reactions seem to be more overt than usual. I feel like we’re seen as some new exotic zoo species. In Chicago last week Mark and … Continue reading
When Hate Hits
I really didn’t think I would be so deeply affected; after all we discuss bias, stereotyping, prejudice, and racism fairly often in this family. I also teach a class on transracial parenting to waiting and adoptive parents several times each … Continue reading
