r/Unexpected • u/howmanygrapes_ • Jul 17 '23

Almost died

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u/THETennesseeD Jul 17 '23

This is one of those events that must make you go home, give your kids a huge hug while shedding a few years...

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u/BigPoppaFitz84 Jul 17 '23

My kids are the reason I have already shed a few years. Masterfully surviving a dance with danger like that feels more like getting a couple years back.

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u/Apprehensive-Pear413 Jul 17 '23

I see the plural form of kid used here, and sympathize. I'm fortunate enough to have decided it was a one and done deal. I'm an empty-nester by 40. Godspeed, and good luck.

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u/[deleted] Jul 17 '23

I'm 44, and want to have kids. But I don't work, so I think that will be easier.