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I was part of a group of friends in my very late 30s, and was the only one to have children. I find that I stick out more in terms of that group than among the people I've met since becoming a parent. There's a lot of diversity among these "mom friends." There's a woman who has a step-son going off to college and a first grader; an older gay couple who adopted; etc.

In terms of parenting, I think I pick my battles and have a very pragmatic view of things as an older mom. I certainly have never even once had a regret or felt like I'd missed out on something because I had a very full life before these children showed up! Of course, there's also the fact that I don't know any different and these children were very much wanted.

I just realized that I'll be 56 when my elder turns 18, and that made me smile. We'll both be launching into a new period of our lives then. How marvelous! I've no doubt we'll help each other through it, too. His independence, my own brave march into older age...I see it as a positive.

I'm getting back to the gym and focusing on my health more so that I'll have the energy to enjoy my children in the way I most desire, for as long as possible. This is my life and I've been given a great sense of purpose to guide me.

Thanks for giving me the opportunity to think this through a bit, OP. I hope you resolve your own feelings around this as you make your decision. Best of luck to you!
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