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[quote=Anonymous]NP here. OP asked for ways forward. So when people offer their opinions, it's rude to call them naive. Of course being a godparent isn't the same as being a parent. And riding horses and enjoying a beach house isn't the same as being a parent. But guess what? If she's not going to be a parent, then she needs to find a way to move on. Sitting around saying, nope, nope, nope, that's not going to do it, is NOT a solution.

And I beg to differ on your opinion--I have 12 nieces and nephews and I feel absolutely integral to their lives. I vacation with them, take them for movies and special outings, attend their performances. I tutor one of them and go to art events with another who is a budding artist. I get phone calls every day from one of my nieces or nephews who can't wait to tell me what happened in their day.

Another friend of mine has been a Big Sister for more than eight years now. They got together at least once a month to do things together, and that young woman just graduated from high school and is off to community college. My friend is thrilled, and can't wait to help her Little Sister ready for college.

Do I ever wonder if my life had been different if I had children? Of course. But I don't feel that it's made my life any less wonderful and full--it's just different.

PS. I also have a dog that I adore and spoil!

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