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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Op back.  I never say half siblings for reasons noted above. I could just say “we have him and I’m a step mom to his 2 older siblings” or some variation, but I hate the”step” word. It just doesn’t accurately convey my feelings. It sounds so cold and distant. I wish there was a better word. That’s why I avoid it altogether! [/quote]

You're the step-mother. Sorry you don't like that word - that's your issue.  [/quote]

It’s not the right word though- though it is technically correct.  Wish there was something better.  On my own, when I use it, it doesn’t convey the strong affection I feel.  When they are present, we all hate it and it goes both ways.  They know the words step parent and step child do not accurately convey our feelings (bc the word connotes negatively).  It’s like if you were a bio parent and you said “this is my offspring, Larla”. Technically correct.  But doesn’t accurately capture the relationship.  [/quote]

Wha ...? There's nothing wrong with the word "stepmother." You're investing it with negative connotations because it makes you feel insecure. Just say "stepmom" and that's fine.  "Offspring" and "stepmother" are in no way equivalent.  [/quote]

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