Sadly, your problem is not unique. No matter the race, color, or creed, parents often look for ways to reject their child’s relationships. Racial and cultural differences historically are have been the easiest reasons to use. “He will never understand our culture,” the mom sighs. “Your kids will have problems!” the father protests. These cookie-cutter excuses are even less valid now than before, and furthermore, they don’t apply to a couple in the cohabitation stage. So don’t let yourself get sucked into that trap.