Beauty of Interracial Dating

White Woman, Black Man

Besides the obvious reasons of loving my significant other, having an interracial relationship has brought many benefits. These spices to my life were concepts I was unaware of when first getting involved in my interracial relationship. My initial attraction was more based off personality as we met in an online card game. We proceeded to talk on the phone and gain a bond through who we are, our interests, overall aspirations and eventually it was physical attraction. Through events unfolding in this way my eyes became open to how multi-faceted a relationship is. Through my love growing I have witnessed how the different backgrounds we come from strengthens our bonds. I plan to use the following to explain this beautiful interracial relationship and why it is one of the best decisions of my life.

Open-Mindedness

In getting to know my darling I found that we shared a common bond of being extremely open-minded. We had strong spiritual upbringings in separate means, yet we both longed to learn about others' choice. We both had friends from all races, cultures, and ages. Understanding that each and every person deserves our respect has been a point of common ground even before we met. Our relationship has benefited from this open-mindedness because we are willing to try new foods the other likes, or an activity that we might not have dared on our own. Being in an interracial relationship gave me a hopeful start because I knew my love had less prejudices than others.

Culture

Since we are both open-minded we are able to reap the benefits of culture. Exploring these different facets and discussing our opinions along the way brings us closer. On the journey we have experienced weddings, holidays, births and tragedies. We both were exposed to rituals and practices that may not have ever been discovered. Further, our cultures combining into one household has made us very productive. We are strong in maintaining responsibilities, but open-minded and exploratory with our activities, interior design and social approaches. It brings a cornucopia to that which constantly surrounds us.

Social Disruption

Have you ever stared at an interracial couple out in the real world? Restaurants, grocery stores, a fast food joint... anywhere we go people stare in awe. As if slavery was just outlawed yesterday. I must admit, I like the attention. I live in a Democratic state, Illinois. About a half hour outside of Chicago, a hugely diverse city. At this point I have concluded that the stares are not motivated by hatred, but curiosity. How did these two meet? Are they really that happy? How does that work out? It truly amuses me to see the reaction from people of all backgrounds.

Our Yin Yang

The balance of our interests, personality traits, and backgrounds have significantly helped our relationship become strong. Interracial dating really is no different than same race dating, except that individuals may find that communication and regular activities may run more smoothly. I would draw this conclusion back to the interracial couple having a more accepting and exploring nature. Willing to see what everything in the world has to offer. I am thankful that I have found a soul mate to grow and discover with and all the beautiful things that compose who my other half is. We each have a part of the other to balance us, and since we happen to be Caucasian and African American, I compare this love to the Yin Yang.