Blood Does Not Matter

I didn’t realize it when I was younger, but I was lucky to grow up with two dads. They couldn’t have been more different, but each taught me something about strength, love, and perseverance. This is about the man who raised me, my stepdad and the life lessons he left behind. I was fortunate to have two dads growing up — my biological dad and my stepdad. I lived with my mom most of the time, which meant my stepdad was the one who helped raise me into the person I am today. ...

October 14, 2025 · 5 min · 861 words · Kyle Rose