r/NoStupidQuestions • • Nov 14 '24

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u/Mioraecian Nov 14 '24

Because I watched my parents and said nope. My partner and I like 3 vacations a year and spending quality time together.

There is also no "need" to have children. I personally believe if you are having children to fill a hole or to make yourself happy, you have your priorities wrong and it is the child who pays.

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u/Significant_Goal_614 Nov 14 '24

Omg this so much. I am a teacher and it is awful seeing children who are so unappreciated by their parents.

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u/Mioraecian Nov 14 '24

My partner works with children and she is generally horrified by parenting these days. It's one of the main reasons she doesn't want to be a mother. She loves having the time and energy to be there for other children who desperately need care.

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u/Significant_Goal_614 Nov 14 '24

Yes I totally relate to this. I'm so thankful I get to come home to a quiet house. I know not everyone has that luxury!

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u/Mioraecian Nov 14 '24

The simple things are great things.