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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, this thread made me realize that I wouldn't want any of my friends' lives over mine, which is a nice thought.

We don't have the life any of you are talking about -- we live in a small house, we don't have or want kids.  But we have enough money to outsource the lawn-mowing and house-cleaning, and we usually go out to dinner.  Basically, we have no stress -- because we planned it that way (no kids, easy jobs, low material expectations).  Many (most?) people wouldn't want my life and wouldn't find it enriching or fulfilling enough, but it's perfect for me.

[b]But considering so many of the complaints on this thread stem from kids,[/b] I do wonder why nearly everyone chooses to have them.  Presumably, they're worth the stress to most people.[/quote]

I think you are projecting b/c I don't think the complaints expressed here are about kids.  They're about not having enough money to have it all -- kids, travel, big house.  In fact, tonight I've read a few posts (not just on here) about "i'm fortunate enough to be able to have another baby."

So I get the impression it isn't having kids people are complaining about.  It's not having enough money to live the life they want, which includes kids.

And not everyone chooses to have them.  I think a lot of people find them worth the effort.  This thread is about being jealous about other people having lots of money and a cushy life.  I think you were looking for one of the many childless by choice threads.
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