I'm Over 40 and I Want More Kids--Am I Coconuts?

I can honestly look myself in the mirror and say that I would love to have two more children.

What?????

In a social climate where big families are often frowned upon, I come to defy the naysayers!

Im a rebel that way.

I have my beautiful Em who will be the big ONE next month.  She was my surprise as I thought I was all done with motherhood--I mean the factory is closed and the show is cancelled.

Then Em came along and this child reopened my eyes.   So beautiful and loving and just a great kid.

Id forgotten all about nursing and teething and drooling and crawling...and I truly enjoyed those experiences with my children who are now adults.
Dare I say that raising my children was the best experience of my life?  It certainly is in the top of the top.

But why not just get a dog?

Ive asked myself the same and I can only answer it this way.  Everyone has a desire or two, something they are passionate about.

I love people and family.  I love nurturing and teaching and loving my children.  I loved having my cousins and siblings when I was younger.  It is in and out of that love that I would cherish an addition to my family.  My prayer is that any children I have will grow with a sense of commitment to family.

Of course, as my family is not cohesive much anymore because the elders are passing away, I would hope that my chosen and created family would appreciate and respect their lives and the lives of their siblings and to know....they are not alone.

But you're old-er?

Sure, and I am aware of that.  That's why my health has always been important to me and barring any unfortunate events, people are living longer and healthier.  My body is still in good condition.  Of course, if my doc gives the OK then the only thing that would stop me is me.

So, there you have it.  That's why I am feeling a great sense to have another child...or two.

Surely its not just because I like buying pink or blue baby clothes because I prefer yellow.

;)