i posted this on some group when I didn't really understand what the groups were. Now I realize it should've gone in my blog. So here's my random thought I had. Though, keep in mind, I do support all relationships and just love in general!

I once heard a quote, "if everyone marries someone from a different race, then in one generation, there would be no prejudice."

although i'm sure that in today's day in age there would be someone that tries to create prejudice for one reason or another. But its always stuck with me.

i'm only half black, and was raised in a white community. so my whole life I've struggled with who I identify with. now i just say, "screw it, i am who i am, and I'm not defined by the color of my skin." but i still have insecurities about being black. like my hair for instance and i'm sure most black women will agree on that one.

my SO says that one of the reasons he is so into me is because of my skin color. he's never dated any other black girls, but he says it makes me who i am, and i'm beautiful regardless. he also says he prefers my hair when its wild and crazy. i recently straightened it, and he liked that too. but he's "still on team black girl" as far as my hair goes (i'm on team white girl, lol).

So, one of the main reasons i believe the quote, is look at how uplifting people of different races can be. I've dated black men before, and they've never made me feel like the people i've dated from other races. the difference two people bring together when they come from different backgrounds whether it be culturally or physically, can be incredible. and it can make or break a relationship. in my case, it makes it stronger.

okay. that was my idea for the day. thanks for listening!

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also, i do realize people can be of the same race and still be different and bringing different things to the table. (: