Don't let the title of this post give you the wrong idea about my character. I like children. Especially children between the ages of 4 and 10. Any age before or after is almost unbearable to deal with. Before 4, they're too whiny, too needy, require too much supervision, and they can't tell you what they want in any way except for squalling. Any age after 10, and they think they know everything, think that you have no purpose except to give them what they want, and have smart mouths.
I decided as a very small child that I would never have children. I remember my mother and other adults telling me, "Oh you'll change your mind when you're older." Well, I'm 34 years old, and I still haven't changed my mind. I love my freedom too much. I love the fact that if I choose, I can travel the world, without having another dependent person to think about. I love that I can decorate my home and not have to worry about some kid breaking my valuables or getting my carpet dirty. I love the fact that I can watch R-rated films any time I want, without worrying about the effect they're having on my kids. I could go on and on about why I love the child-free life, but you get the idea.
I like to spend time with children, briefly. I love to babysit. I like to share interesting little things with children, because they are new to the world, and everything impresses them. I love to teach children the sweet nursery songs of my own childhood. I love to cuddle them, cook for them, and play with them. Being with children allows me to see the world through new eyes, and that's really refreshing and wonderful.
However, nothing is better than handing your kids back to you at the end of the day, settling down with a good book, and enjoying the peace and quiet. And I'm finally realizing that that doesn't make me a bad person. :)
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