15 Truths Interracial Couples Know

By Ashley Paige
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If you're currently in an interracial partnership like I am, you've probably noticed a few significant differences in the relationship. Some good, some not so good — but all worth it. In fact, it's made you a better, kinder, more sensitive person as a whole, and the truth of the matter is, you wouldn't trade the connection you have for a pot of gold. Ahead are 15 things interracial couples understand. We're in this together!

01
There's a chance you'll feel a little awkward when meeting each other's families for the first time.
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There's a chance you'll feel a little awkward when meeting each other's families for the first time.

"Hi, nice to meet you. Please accept me . . ."

02
Because initially, your parents may be a little cautious.
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Because initially, your parents may be a little cautious.

It's not really rational, but they'll likely come around.

03
Your friend circles might be totally different.
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Your friend circles might be totally different.

Shakes things up a bit — in a good way.

04
You'll probably have to endure a few insensitive jokes.
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You'll probably have to endure a few insensitive jokes.

No one's laughing. Later, hater!

05
Holidays are a unique situation because you may stand out at the party.
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Holidays are a unique situation because you may stand out at the party.

Not a bad thing, especially if you enjoy the spotlight.

06
There's always that one old-school family member who's just not down with it.
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There's always that one old-school family member who's just not down with it.

And to that we say, "Get with the times, bro."

07
You'll learn a lot about racism in the world.
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You'll learn a lot about racism in the world.

Expect an eye-opening lesson in deep-seated racism.

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. . . And you'll ALWAYS stick up for each other to combat the stereotypes.
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. . . And you'll ALWAYS stick up for each other to combat the stereotypes.

Because you've got each other's backs, 100 percent.

09
There may be a mix of languages in the relationship.
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There may be a mix of languages in the relationship.

You'll probably pick up a phrase or two.

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You'll introduce each other to new foods.
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You'll introduce each other to new foods.

Even if you're both full-blooded Americans, heritage recipes are often passed down.

11
You'll love going on trips and exploring new cultures together.
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You'll love going on trips and exploring new cultures together.

You're open-minded in that regard.

12
The way your hands look intertwined? Amazing.
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The way your hands look intertwined? Amazing.

You could look at your interlaced fingers all day.

13
Pictures of you two are the literal cutest.
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Pictures of you two are the literal cutest.

Which is why you take a million of 'em.

14
Basically everyone tells you that your kids would be adorable.
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Basically everyone tells you that your kids would be adorable.

Because, duh, they totally would be.

15
No matter what anyone thinks, you love each other profoundly.
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No matter what anyone thinks, you love each other profoundly.

Opinions may change, but you two never will.