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Created on : Friday, September 15, 2006, 03:46:10 pm
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Society has become more accepting towards relationships with someone of a different race. Is your family united, or divided over your interracial relationship? Share your story here.

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May 18, 2007, 5:15 pm PDT

I'm told I'm racist....cause I ask the questions...

I am an Carib-african-american women of multiple ethnicities (including Irish).  Although I don't consider myself a racist, I have been called one on several occassions simply because I ask the question: Why are white women constantly going after black men?  I only ask this because I see it often & don't mean it to be a sterotype.  And then, when I pose the question, I am labeled "ignorant", "stupid", "racist", "angry", and "jealous".  Yet, a white woman can talk about it all day long and no one says BOO!

 

Many times I have posted the question in forums only to get an answer like "because they are better in bed" or some other asinine answer which only perpetuates the sterotype that white women go after black men for sexual reasons.  Recently, I started a forum on another site asking the question and white men & white women alike came after me with burning "cyber" crosses hollering racism.  I was even told that if I was classier, more educated, and more beautiful, I could keep my black man.  Frankly, I have never lost a black man to a white woman nor have any of my black friends (that I know of) and I find it sad that when we ask a question about the issue, we are taunted and shunned.  Yet, I read discussions such as these and realize that racism does exist and mostly its in the families of these women or their friends. 

 

You can't have it both ways.  You can't claim that you love black men and then run around calling his counterpart racist and less than a white woman.  What does that say about your black man's mother, sister, aunt, etc.?

 

Why are black women always the ones in the wrong when it comes to asking the obvious question when it comes to inter-racial relationships?  Why are black women always reduced to being jealous, ignorant, or less than a white woman because we want to know why they are so interested in our men?  And I use the term "our" for lack of a better word...not for possession reasons.

 
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May 18, 2007, 5:32 pm PDT

But it does matter....

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I have been in an interracial relationship for almost two years now.  My family was upset that we were together and now that we are engaged they have become divided on this issue.  My brother and sister-in-law talk badly about me behind my back and have used my nephews as pawns, stating that I'm not allowed to see them as long as I'm engaged to a black man.  My mother and I have not spoken in five monthes and she has no problem stating that I'm not a good daughter since I haven't broken up with him.  The rest of my family is not as out-spoken about the issue, but don't mind standing to the side while my family is falling apart because of this interracial relationship. 

 

What do I do to patch things up with my family?  How do I get my family to realize that it doesn't matter what color he is?

This is exactly what I am talking about in my own post.  White folks DON'T have a problem with Black folks until their son or daughter brings one home.  And please don't let him be a Black man that doesn't play pro ball or is on a hit television show because if he is, then his color can be overlooked.  If he's broke or doesn't have the PERFECT job or position, they are not going to accept him/her either way.

 

The fact that your family has shunned you because you brought a Black man home and won't let you even see your nephews says more about the issue of racism than anything else.

 

I have to ask...  What is it about him that you love sooo much you would choose him over your family?  And is it worth it to lose the love and respect of your family because you fell in love with a Black man?  What if he were Asian, or Hispanic, or Middle Eastern?  Do you think the responses would be the same?

 

Look, there are lots of reasons for your family to feel the way they do and one of them just might be, they don't like their daughter, sister, friend with a Black man because it makes them uncomfortable.  It makes the issues of race & relationships REAL for them.  Perhaps it embarasses them...whatever the case, it's not your job to get them to realize anything.  If you love him for the right reasons, all will work out fine. 

 
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May 24, 2007, 3:34 pm PDT

Well.....

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I am an Carib-african-american women of multiple ethnicities (including Irish).  Although I don't consider myself a racist, I have been called one on several occassions simply because I ask the question: Why are white women constantly going after black men?  I only ask this because I see it often & don't mean it to be a sterotype.  And then, when I pose the question, I am labeled "ignorant", "stupid", "racist", "angry", and "jealous".  Yet, a white woman can talk about it all day long and no one says BOO!

 

Many times I have posted the question in forums only to get an answer like "because they are better in bed" or some other asinine answer which only perpetuates the sterotype that white women go after black men for sexual reasons.  Recently, I started a forum on another site asking the question and white men & white women alike came after me with burning "cyber" crosses hollering racism.  I was even told that if I was classier, more educated, and more beautiful, I could keep my black man.  Frankly, I have never lost a black man to a white woman nor have any of my black friends (that I know of) and I find it sad that when we ask a question about the issue, we are taunted and shunned.  Yet, I read discussions such as these and realize that racism does exist and mostly its in the families of these women or their friends. 

 

You can't have it both ways.  You can't claim that you love black men and then run around calling his counterpart racist and less than a white woman.  What does that say about your black man's mother, sister, aunt, etc.?

 

Why are black women always the ones in the wrong when it comes to asking the obvious question when it comes to inter-racial relationships?  Why are black women always reduced to being jealous, ignorant, or less than a white woman because we want to know why they are so interested in our men?  And I use the term "our" for lack of a better word...not for possession reasons.

All I can tell you is how I feel about MY relationship with my boyfriend. He's black, from Jamaica and the most amazing man I've ever met. I didn't  "go after" a black man. He was there. I was there. And we had an instant connection. We've had our share of problems, but race, I can assure you, is NOT at the top of that list. Who cares? Why even post the question? Not all white women are on the prowl of black men. I CAN'T be the only exception. You seem, from your post, to be okay in the dating department. Why, then, are you asking this of people? Debates are "fun", but going round and round over something that just "is" doesn't get anyone, (Black or white) anywhere.  
 
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May 25, 2007, 4:56 pm PDT

white women and black men

I'll be honest -- I am attracted to Black men.  I haven't dated a white man for YEARS.  By the same token, I  prefer Black culture.  I lived in the caribbean for years, now in the states I attend a Black church, most of my friends are  eith AFrican, Caribbean or African American.  I  find Black culture more passionate, dynamic, open, musical, and  has a stronger sense of community than White culture.  I am attracted to the way Black men look, the way they walk, the way they make jokes and how they relate to each other.  I love the way Black women tease each other, how supportive they are when they really care about you, how strong and loud they are, and I love the way they can hold a family together.  My husband is, of course, a Black man (Caribbean) and I ADORE him.  He adores me as well.  Its not about the sex or the size of...  Its about the CONTRAST.  Probably if I were Black I'd date white men (I love black skin against white).  :) 

Since I am attracted to Black men, I naturally have talked to a lot of Black men who are with White women and many of them have told me that they seem to end up with white women because they are generally less harsh than Black women.  They say that, on the whole, most white women tend to be a little more compassionate, more gentle, kind, loving.. that sort of thing.  Many of them say they don't like the combativeness and unforgiveness of so many Black women. 

I know these are generalizations and they certainly aren't meant to assume all Blacks or all Whites are the same.  I am just telling you what Black men have told me and I am being honest about my feelings because I think you are really just trying to understand.

Respect Always,

Caroline
 
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May 25, 2007, 4:58 pm PDT

PS

I forgot to say that I am a White Woman married to a Black Man (a very WONDERFUL Black man!!!) ... nearly perfect, if I do say so myself
 
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May 26, 2007, 11:55 am PDT

BOO

Quote From: konshesgirl

I am an Carib-african-american women of multiple ethnicities (including Irish).  Although I don't consider myself a racist, I have been called one on several occassions simply because I ask the question: Why are white women constantly going after black men?  I only ask this because I see it often & don't mean it to be a sterotype.  And then, when I pose the question, I am labeled "ignorant", "stupid", "racist", "angry", and "jealous".  Yet, a white woman can talk about it all day long and no one says BOO!

 

Many times I have posted the question in forums only to get an answer like "because they are better in bed" or some other asinine answer which only perpetuates the sterotype that white women go after black men for sexual reasons.  Recently, I started a forum on another site asking the question and white men & white women alike came after me with burning "cyber" crosses hollering racism.  I was even told that if I was classier, more educated, and more beautiful, I could keep my black man.  Frankly, I have never lost a black man to a white woman nor have any of my black friends (that I know of) and I find it sad that when we ask a question about the issue, we are taunted and shunned.  Yet, I read discussions such as these and realize that racism does exist and mostly its in the families of these women or their friends. 

 

You can't have it both ways.  You can't claim that you love black men and then run around calling his counterpart racist and less than a white woman.  What does that say about your black man's mother, sister, aunt, etc.?

 

Why are black women always the ones in the wrong when it comes to asking the obvious question when it comes to inter-racial relationships?  Why are black women always reduced to being jealous, ignorant, or less than a white woman because we want to know why they are so interested in our men?  And I use the term "our" for lack of a better word...not for possession reasons.

White women can talk about this all day long and no one says “BOO” because it is their issue. It is similar to a Jewish person talking about the negative reactions of others upon learning they are Jewish; they can talk about it because it is THEIR issue; or a lesbian talking about the issues she faces on a daily basis- she can talk about it because it is HER reality.

Your question, “Why are white women constantly going after black men?” is offensive on many levels. Just the way that you have asked it- using the word “constantly” insinuates that ALL white women use their free time to pursue black men; it just isn’t true. Perhaps if you pose your question in a different way, you will receive more positive feedback. I can understand why people would quickly assume that you are ignorant, jealous and a racist because of the way you pose your question. If you truly are curious to know why some white women prefer black men, consider re-phrasing your question. I suggest something like, “To any white female in a relationship with a black male- what is it that attracted you to him?”

 
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June 6, 2007, 8:39 pm PDT

What do I do?

Hello everyone,

   I am writing this message board because I need some sound, rational, and good advice.  Here goes...I am a 32 years old African American single parent and I am interested in this 33 years old divorced single parent Latino guy.  The interesting thing about us.  I used to be his assistant branch manager for one of the local banks.  At the time, I started being interested in him, his divorce process began.  He was very hurt, bitter and angry behind his break up with his wife.  I just consoled him as a friend.  One day I thought that maybe we could pursue a relationship but his anger and bitterness was too blinding for him to see me as a potential mate so I just stayed my distance looking from afar.  Four years later, we are still communicating and talking as friends; however, I would like to get to the dating part.  I would like to pursue a lasting relationship with him.  I guess you could say I have had a four year crush and I am ready for him to know about it.  I just do not know how to tell him.  In my state, interracial dating is somewhat accepted but for the white women to date other races not usually black women.  So I am stuck because I have a preconceived notion as to what he may think especially since he was one married to a white female.  How do I let him know that he could have a great relationship with me?

 
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June 12, 2007, 11:11 am PDT

I am only one white woman

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White women can talk about this all day long and no one says BOO because it is their issue. It is similar to a Jewish person talking about the negative reactions of others upon learning they are Jewish; they can talk about it because it is THEIR issue; or a lesbian talking about the issues she faces on a daily basis- she can talk about it because it is HER reality.

Your question, Why are white women constantly going after black men? is offensive on many levels. Just the way that you have asked it- using the word constantly insinuates that ALL white women use their free time to pursue black men; it just isnt true. Perhaps if you pose your question in a different way, you will receive more positive feedback. I can understand why people would quickly assume that you are ignorant, jealous and a racist because of the way you pose your question. If you truly are curious to know why some white women prefer black men, consider re-phrasing your question. I suggest something like, To any white female in a relationship with a black male- what is it that attracted you to him?

I do not refer to white women as"mine", or black men as the target for great sex. Actually I have found your theory of better sex with black men not so in all cases. We are all individuals regardless of colors. I think dark skined people are attractive, because their features stand out more, in comparison to white people. I am interested in black and white, all people and their stories in life's journey.  I really think it's wrong to say that white women want black men, and as I've also heard, all the "good ones"..ha.  no one's all that.   I was married to white and black.  Sex, better with the white, the black man ran around on me, but he didn't drink!   Now, a black man approached me, he's so far a good man for me. I am white but I really think it would be difficult to say for sure that is the only reason he is with me, or visa versa.  Black women who have chosen to talk to me about this have actually told me they wouldn't be interested in my man anyway.  He has so many disabilities, and needs a lot of care.  He does work, two jobs, hard working man, but these women wanted rich well established black men, he isn't .  I am with someone near and dear to me. If he chooses someone else someday, then so be it . Live Life, Love someone,, it's worth the chance you take.  Blessings and light.
 
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June 14, 2007, 8:41 am PDT

Ask him to go for coffee or something

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Hello everyone,

   I am writing this message board because I need some sound, rational, and good advice.  Here goes...I am a 32 years old African American single parent and I am interested in this 33 years old divorced single parent Latino guy.  The interesting thing about us.  I used to be his assistant branch manager for one of the local banks.  At the time, I started being interested in him, his divorce process began.  He was very hurt, bitter and angry behind his break up with his wife.  I just consoled him as a friend.  One day I thought that maybe we could pursue a relationship but his anger and bitterness was too blinding for him to see me as a potential mate so I just stayed my distance looking from afar.  Four years later, we are still communicating and talking as friends; however, I would like to get to the dating part.  I would like to pursue a lasting relationship with him.  I guess you could say I have had a four year crush and I am ready for him to know about it.  I just do not know how to tell him.  In my state, interracial dating is somewhat accepted but for the white women to date other races not usually black women.  So I am stuck because I have a preconceived notion as to what he may think especially since he was one married to a white female.  How do I let him know that he could have a great relationship with me?

Before you tell him about your crush, give him a chance to let his feelings known to you. Get alone, you'll know what to do then.  I wouldn't jump right in and tell him I want a relationship with you.  I think, take it slow and get the feeling from him first.  You'll be just fine, long time to have a crush.  Blessings and lIght.
 
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June 18, 2007, 3:36 pm PDT

about the in the begginning

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...which is why I see absolutely nothing wrong with interracial or homosexual relationships. I honestly do not understand how so many people can be so ignorant and close-minded.
 god created all things yes ,... but the bible states that he condemns homosexuals.. so people say its a sickness... its not..... its sick to want or choose to be that way but god didnt make anyone that way or approves of that lifestyle.. so u need to read and learn gods word more... yes love was created in the begginning  but god didnt make homosexuals man made that...god loves everyone and made man in his own image.. so your saying god is gay ... i dont think so... GOD BLESS...
 
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