Democracy Dies in Darkness
The writer of the letter frequently experiences feelings of being “shocked, embarrassed and a little sad” due to a recurring oversight.
November 12, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. EST
4 minutes ago
Dear Eric:
I am a mother to a delightful four-year-old daughter. On seven different occasions, strangers have inquired if I am her grandmother. Over the years, I faced numerous challenges with fertility, and eventually turned to IVF. It took several more years before achieving success.
As a result, my husband and I welcomed our first (and only) child later than the typical age.
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