"Deep in us this fascination with the exotic other--" states Daniela Gioseffi in her poem The Exotic Enemy (476). Published in 1979, The Exotic Enemy refers to the issues that ignite relationships whether they be between different sexes or different races. This poem also explores the elements behind most interracial relationships, such as curiosity of another race. In the past, relationships amongst people of different races has been scorned and looked down upon almost as being unlawful …showed first 75 words of 1197 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1197 total… difficult. There are always outside influences from society or family and friends that affect the dynamics of the relationship. Aaron explains that "It was hard for me and my [white] girlfriend to date because everywhere we would go there was nothing but negative stares and people always made comments." Nowadays, interracial dating is continuing to increase. In later years, it will probably be a lot easier for people of different races to be involved.