My kids prefer their father to me. It felt unfair until I realized it was a blessing in disguise.
Ariba Mobin is the second-favorite parent in her family. At first, she felt rejected and resentful. Then, she found it actually made her a better mom.
A first-grade teacher changed my name so it'd be easier to say in English. I've gone by it since.
My real name is Maria Luz, but my teacher changed it to MaryLou. I still go by it decades later because it's part of my ...