We divorced when Oliver was 2, and my ex had a DNA test, which, of course, proved he was not the father. Despite the findings, after I explained what happened, he offered to be Oliver’s “dad” because he had bonded with him — provided he would not have to pay child support. I agreed. I have two other older sons whom he fathered.
There have been times when Oliver and his brothers have asked about his brown skin, and I have been able to dodge the question. He’s getting to an age where I don’t think I can hold off much longer.
