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Saturday, February 17, 2007

Having children or being "childless"

In honesty I would love to have 7 children in my life because I have raised children almost my whole life, working in a nursery taking care of many and seven is just my favorite number. I think women were created with the purpose to have create life so all, that god willing, can bear children should have one or two in their lives. The joy a child brings into your life, heart, and soul because they are a little part of you is amazing. I have tried to conceive a child since I was 15 with no luck so far but in 2003 I was blessed my godson who is also my youngest nephew. When he was born he changed my life in so many ways that I owe him more than I could ever explain. Children are a gift from above. The fact that I could help raise him from birth and be at his side for over two weeks in the hospital when he was born because he had pneumonia was our actual bonding experience after his birth. It as if he is my own child and I do everything I can to stay connected to him in every way. Parenthood can change one's priorities and perceptions on life in an instant and I would never change that fact and our bond for anything. He knows anything he wants or needs is in reach with me. Although I have not had a child I understand not every woman can and there is a perfect reason for it. I mean there are plenty of children born everyday, well probably every couple of minutes at that, around the world that can not be taken care of and either go into an adoption system or a foster home and they too are loved from a woman just as if they came from her themselves. It is great to know there are plenty of woman willing to raise children and I can agree with that because I plan on singing up for adoption when I turn 21 in May because I have heard the average wait to be interviewed and checked is 7 years so I am pretty sure I will have my degree and steady job title by then. I believe there is never an accident when a fetus is developing for any reason. Children are a part of a person that continues generations, completes a woman's purpose, and adds total joy and pleasure to everyone.

4 Comments:

  • At 7:48 PM, Blogger jennifer said…

    Your blog and pictures of your godson are very sweet. I also think it's great that you love children and are planning on adopting. There are too many family-less children out there. while I wish there were more women like you who viewed child bearing as a gift, I can tell you from experience of being a relatively young mom that it is the most challenging thing I've ever done. My husband is a great partner and I could never do this without him. I also didn't have much experience with kids growing up. So, it's great that you have that experience. Anyway, thanks for your unapologetic love of children and belief that this fulfills part of a woman's purpose. Your heart is beautiful.

     
  • At 3:38 PM, Blogger Kari Lown said…

    Your nephew/godson is so adorable. YOu two look like you are having a great time! I work in a day care and even though i havev no children of my own, i too havev formed bonds with a few of the children as strong as yours with your nephew. It is an amazing experience, and i would do anything for those kids. Though i am not quite ready to have my own, i am enjoying the children i interact with on a daily basis - they will have to do for now!

     
  • At 9:04 PM, Blogger Divanatty said…

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  • At 9:07 PM, Blogger Divanatty said…

    It is a very tuff decision. Having a child changes everything about your life. You no longer live for yourself, you when than live for your children. Your child will take comfort in knowing that they are forever connected to you and always has a “home” to go to. That is the greatest feeling in the world. You can’t buy emotional security.

     

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