So... my parents were dating when they had me, and my life was amazing until first grade came and all of a sudden my mama had a conversation with me about how she and my older brother (not my dad's son) were moving away. I can't tell you how much pain I felt. My mom is definitely my favorite parent, and even though she's still heavily involved in my life, that was one moment I'll never forget. A few months back I learned that my mom was originally going to take me with her, but my father begged for me to stay with him. But according to my dad's side of the family, he told them that she left because he was the better parent. For some strange reason, my dad has some animosity towards my mom, even going as far as not attending his sister's (my aunt) wedding because my mom was invited! My dad doesn't know I know all of this, but I'm just waiting for the right time to lay everything out and have a real  conversation about my upbringing.