Diversity In A Non-Traditional Family

I come from a non-traditional family. Both of my parents had children at a young age so I was raised with two half-siblings. Although it felt like my brother, sister, and I were fully related, I grew up spending time with their biological parents and other half siblings as well. This never bothered me; rather, it taught me that every family is different and exceptional in their own ways.
As with my family, I have found there is great value in diversity among my friends. When I was a child, my family moved into a predominantly Russian neighborhood. I had the opportunity to build friendships, be part of the culture, and pick up on some of the language while we lived there. Since that time, I have been fascinated with other cultures. I have befriended