Last weekend I went to my nephew/future niece-in-law's wedding shower. I was the only female in my generation who was single. I don't mind at all being without children; I do mind the social ostracization that goes with being both single and childless.
Choosing not to have children is one of the few major decisions in my life that I truly thought out, and except for a random minute now and then (totalling no more than 5), I have had no regrets. Unlike so many people with and without children, I chose my parental status with eyes open. I have great respect for those who did the same, whether or not they are parents. Most of those people are happy with their status as well.
Of course those who truly wanted children with reasonable expectations are respected. People like me are judged and scorned, called selfish and childhaters. Yes, it bothers me - but whatever. This is one area where I truly believe I've followed God's will for my life. Heck, I ruined my marriage by my bad behavior, and I continue to suffer the consequences, make poor choices, and have an attitude about men and marriage that just sucks. So at least I made one good decision that I don't have to worry about while trying to clean up after that bad ones.
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