In that sense, I guess I really am a step. But, if you take it in that meaning, to my daughter too then, I am a step. So, if you are a Step Parent, my hat is off to you. You are doing a good in life that few people can do. If you have doubts about your ability to love and nurture a child other than one you gave birth too, then you are a parent.
All parents have doubts at one time or another.
With a step child, you do not have to question the love because it is one that has no expectations or forced connection. I would not trade one moment with my son. I also hope that you never believe what your mother says about me without questioning her motives and the truth. I have so much to offer you that will expand your life further than its current boundaries if given the chance. To my husband, I thank you for the chance to be a mother to our son.