Reply #237: Woo-Wee - such a tempest [View All]

[QueenOfCalifornia]

I think there is no way to put an absolute on this question. Theoretically I believe it is her right, to do as she wants, until there is a threat to the physical or mental safety of any children involved. Who decides what that is? That's another battle of wits.

My personal experience is this; I have 2 children - one is 6 the other is 7. I will be 50 in about 35 days. I was told by more than one person that I was selfish for having my children so late in life. They made a judgement that I was somehow unfit for motherhood due to being in my 40's! I waited because I could not see having children when I was in my 20's and trying to make a living and also.. Get this... Wasn't married. I wanted a traditional family. A dad for the kids... What a concept. I worked, graduated from college and travelled all over the globe... All of which, I believe, made me a better, more interesting person. If I tried to adopt a child now, I would be seen as unfit due to my age. If the government was in my bedroom (more than they are already..) I would have been forced to have an abortion!

Now I am a stay at home mom. It was hard when the kids were in diapers but now! It is priceless!!!! I have such joy being with my kids.

I've been called a "Breeder" by my less tolerant gay friends - they think it's funny. I think it's about as funny as if I called them "faggot!"