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Too funny, Megan! grin


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It may be difficult to meet someone younger that knows for certain they don't want kids. When I was in the my early 30's; I was dating and asking the men if they wanted kids, especially when they already had them. I didn't want to close the door on that option just yet. By age 35 I was in love, living with my now husband, and he told me that he didn't want anymore kids. I was so mad at him!! I now had to decide to leave him or not have kids! I thought it was going to be an impossible decision. But, it made me really address the question. I wasn't mad because I wanted kids, I just didn't like that I was already living with him and now he told me. After some long thinking, I realized that I was never going to be "ready" to have kids because it wasn't that important to me. Today, 10 years later, I am so glad that the person that came into my life didn't want kids. I may have just got pregnant without really "deciding" to since it's just "the thing couples do". Today I realize how much my freedom and mobility, as well as peace and quiet, really mean to me. If these questions are addressed in the beginning, I think there is someone out there for everyone. You'll get there in time. MeganMNK

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Pete and David, I feel for you both. Thanks for being so candid, it helps to understand what you are going through from the other side. I've just realized I probably don't want children, and since I've just ended a relationship, I haven't had to experience going into dating in a world where I will have to reveal that. Should be interesting I suppose. I miss the guys I've dated, they were wonderful men, but part of this is telling me its for the best. It wasn't about kids, but I respect them enough to say that they made the decision that was right for them. Pete, I know your lady is hurting right now, but I hope one day she will say the same about you. I compliment you both for your honesty. Take care, stay strong, and know we are here for you in the small way we can be.

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