Quote by Beth Ditto

My mother told me Homer Ditto was not my father. Nope. Mom had had a fling with some other guy who was my dad. Some dude who didn't stick around too long who Mom was happy to get rid of. She chose Homer, and Homer chose me, so he lent me his name even though I didn't have his blood.

My mother told me Homer Ditto was not my father. Nope. Mom h

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of chosen family over biological ties. The speaker's mother reveals that their biological father was a man who did not stay around, while their mother chose Homer as their father figure. Despite not sharing blood, Homer embraces the speaker as their own and grants them his name. This serves as a reminder that what truly matters is love, support, and the bonds we form with those who choose to be a part of our lives, rather than solely relying on biological relationships.

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