12 Things Interracial Couples Hear All The Time
As an interracial couple, you're used to people asking you questions and maybe staring a bit. Sometimes people are curious and other times they're just enamored but what an adorable couple you are.The questions though.. They get a little crazy. They start off innocent and then just get... Well, you'll see.
1. You met online...?
And your point is...? We're living in the Tinder era so why do people still get surprised when a couple meets online. Not to mention, interracial couples meet online, at school, work, and even the grocery store.
2. Did your family approve?
First of all, it's not your business. Second of all, there are a lot of parents in the world that don't see color like some people do...
3. Getting quizzed to see if the stereotypes are true
"Tell me the truth... Do they (insert insensitive stereotype here). Really people...
4. Racial jokes
They're really not funny. For real. Just stop.
5. Have you ever been attracted to your own race?
What?!
6. I would love having mixed kids! Can you help me find a (____)
Sure let me get on that for you.
7. Won't your kids be confused
Yes because there's never been another biracial child before...
8. I've dated someone who's ____ before
Let me take a moment to applaud your service to humanity.
9. Is it uncomfortable getting both of your families together
Umm no. Until my family starts doing every cultural faux pa possible. Oh wait.. Yes!
10. Doesn't it feel weird being the only (___) at their family events
It may feel like a clip out of Get Out at first, but then you realize it gives you a bit of popularity and you just go with it!
11. You're really progressive.
Yes, that's exactly what I was going for. Not because I love them or anything.
12. I love Kim Kardashian and Kanye!
This is my favorite. They see you're in an interracial relationship and bring up the only other one they can think of!
What are you tired of hearing about your interracial relationship?
