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[quote=Anonymous]I wish I was either of your daughters.

Thankfully, a lot has changed in the last 15 years or so.

I am 46. I never wanted to be a working parent. Ever. Around 31, my parents were on me about getting married. I ended up marrying with great hesitancy.

Everyone seems to think the act of getting married--and having kids--is going to make someone happier. That is not always true.

I divorced at 40. I would not have children again. I love them, but it is not the plan and being a working mother is just not worth it.

I don't think people understand that marriage does not bring the benefits people assume it does and children don't necessarily bring joy either. Being a working mother with a demanding job is about the least joyful way to live.

Marriage is my biggest regret in life. I would be so much happier and better of if I had never done it. I feel like 15 years ago there was a lot more pressure than now, but obviously from this post, the pressure is still there.

Please accept that not all women want that life. And for many, it is not even envious anymore.[/quote]

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