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That night, we didn't go home as two separate families living under one roof. We went home as a unit. Now that we’ve survived the trenches, I’ve learned a few things about this unique dynamic:

I’m Rissa May, and I am a proud (albeit exhausted) step-sibling. rissa may step siblings

One rainy night, my car broke down two towns over. I was stranded, my phone was dying, and every friend I called was busy. In a moment of desperation, I texted the group chat labeled "The Mayhem" (courtesy of my step-dad). That night, we didn't go home as two

To anyone out there struggling with a new blended family: One rainy night, my car broke down two towns over

But today, when I look at Jake and Ella, I don’t see the kids my mom married into. I see the people who taught me how to parallel park, who defend me in arguments I wasn't even present for, and who have my back no matter what.

But here we are.