Friday, October 30, 2009

Choosing Your Identity

Yesterday, we took Aaron to the doctor to get some blood tests redone. After a series of mundane questions, one particular question stood out.

The nurse asked me his race. I of course explained that he was biracial (it was obvious, since Jaysen and I were standing there together, but she still had to ask). Then came the shocker: The state does not have a "multiracial" option when choosing one's race. I had to decide if he would be registered as "black" or "white." Obviously, he is both, and so begins my conundrum.

It may not seem like a big deal. Just choose one for the sake of time and convenience. But, how could I choose such a thing for him? Picking either race negates an entire half of his being. It feels wrong no matter what I do.

 As many individuals who are multiracial in this country, it is absolutely ridiculous that every time one fills out a survey, applies for a loan, sees a doctor, is admitted into school, they must decide a "race." According to our government, you can't be both. So you'll have to choose, and risk alienating part of yourself.

So, below is an example of celebrities who have to choose one or the other. I bet you have done it for them without even realizing it.



       












Saturday, October 17, 2009

My Angel is Here!

Ok ya'll. Aaron Matthew Wilson arrived on Tuesday, October 6th at 8:54 PM. He was 6 pounds 11 ounces, and 20 inches long. And after all of the craziness, he is absolutely perfect. This kid is quite a fighter!

We are enjoying him so much. Sometimes I hold him, and I just stare. He is beautiful, and I just smile like a giddy school girl anytime he happens to open his eyes and look up at me. The family is over the moon with joy, and we have had a steady stream of visitors since he was born. This is the most fun I have ever had in my life. I just eat, sleep, take care of baby, and show him off to my family. And I have never been more content in my entire life.

Some pictures for your enjoyment.