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A Letter to the Man Who Was Never Around

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Wyoming chapter.

Dear “Sperm Donor,”

I cannot thank you enough for not being a part of my life. Thanks to you not taking a part in my growing up, I was raised by a man who loved and cared for me, regardless of us not being biologically related. My dad has always been there for me, has taken care of me, and is the best man I know. Thanks to you, I could experience a great childhood, with this man as my father.

When my mother told me that you contacted her, not only was I already 19, you told her that you wanted to get to know me because of your religion. It obviously had nothing to do with getting to know me personally, so why would I want to meet you? Never, have I felt the need to get to know you, and I am positive that I never will.

I am not the kind of person that holds grudges, and I can thank my parents for being there for me and teaching me that. The only thing I am upset about, is the fact that when I was 20, I found out I had four sisters I had never met. I grew up with a sister that I love and cherish; however, I never got to know my other sisters. I was deprived of growing up with them, and that is why I can say that I never want to get to know you.

I, honest to God, hope that you have matured, and been the father that you should be to your daughters, but to me you will never be anything except a stranger. One last time, thank you for not being there when I was born, I would not be the person I am today had you been a part of my life.

SIncerely,

A stranger

Kaitlyn is a recent grad the University of Wyoming, where she got her degree in Marketing. She has been the Campus Correspondent for a Pink level chapter, a Chapter Advisor to some amazing chapters, and now has the pleasure of being a Region Leader. Born and raised on the Western Slope of Colorado, her love for nature and the outdoors comes naturally. Kaitlyn lives for football season, but finds way to stay preoccupied during the off-season. She enjoys long walks in the mountains, beer as cold as her heart, and bacon on her burgers. You can follow Kaitlyn’s adventures on Instagram, @kaysoup.