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All relationships come with problems. The nature of those unpleasant realities are diverse and unique to each couple. Interracial/cultural marriages have some issues that directly and indirectly arise because of the racial and cultural differences.

If you are like me, you did not go out and plan to get involved with someone of a different racial and/or cultural background. I didn’t even consider dating my husband at first, because I didn’t envision having a long term relationship with somebody who seemed so different from myself. Finally, because of his persistence, I decided to go on a date with him just so he would stop bugging me. During that date, I started to like him, and the rest is history.

If you are currently in a relationship with someone of a different racial and/or cultural background, this series is geared to help you educate yourself regarding special issues you may face. Before you decide to make a long term commitment in such a relationship, it is important that you are aware of the issues that may come along with it. With that awareness, it is important that you accept these challenges with a willingness and commitment to deal with them. If you are not willing to accept these issues into your life, perhaps you are in the wrong relationship.

The Interracial/Intercultural Marriage Series is designed to educate you and give you the tools to be successful in your relationship. This information will be given in a series of articles. Some of the issues that will be addressed are:

• Communication
• Social Disapproval
• Food and Other Basic Cultural Differences
• Cultural Values
• Traditions
• Issues regarding children
• Humor

Each of these topics will have an article that will be posted throughout the next couple of weeks… Make sure to come back soon!

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*Just a note that I use the words “relationship” and “marriage” interchangeably. This works within my paradigm, but you can replace the word marriage with relationship where applicable if marriage is not part of the picture for you.