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I had an intense urge to get a puppy - I ended up with two pups - brothers.....
Now 14 months later, I have an intense urge to never deal with dog poop, barking, and holes in my leather couch.....
It is never as easy as you think......and it is always rewarding in a way you cannot imagine. The urge that you are feeling is not going to be addressed by having a family so young. Sorry.
Did I make a dent?
Now 14 months later, I have an intense urge to never deal with dog poop, barking, and holes in my leather couch.....
It is never as easy as you think......and it is always rewarding in a way you cannot imagine. The urge that you are feeling is not going to be addressed by having a family so young. Sorry.
Did I make a dent?
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Yeah I agree with this post. Whether we know it or not, most of the time when we have an intense urge for *insert thing here* it is a novelty feeling. We have to take the feeling, break it open and really find out what it's about. More than that, you've got to pray for direction from God 
. Basically, have a look at why you're feeling this way and be responsible about the decisions you make in the end.
. Basically, have a look at why you're feeling this way and be responsible about the decisions you make in the end.
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Yeah I agree with this post. Whether we know it or not, most of the time when we have an intense urge for *insert thing here* it is a novelty feeling. We have to take the feeling, break it open and really find out what it's about. More than that, you've got to pray for direction from God . Basically, have a look at why you're feeling this way and be responsible about the decisions you make in the end.
. Basically, have a look at why you're feeling this way and be responsible about the decisions you make in the end.
i decided i wanted a kitten
i was told i wasnt suitable because once the kitten had grown into a cat i would get bored and want a kitten again
they were right
i can hardly wait to dump this one
and start over with the toilet training and vets bills again
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Guys, I know what you guys are talking about 'cause I've had the feeling for things before, too... but this really is different. I know the consequences and everything, but a small part of me still wants it anyway =P And you didn't HAVE to make a dent, like I stated before, it's definitely NOT happening... But it still doesn't keep me from wanting it =( lol
And I'm sure the feeling WOULD be addressed having a family so young, just not in the way I'd like it to be =P I'm def waiting 'till I'm at least like 21/22 though (already have a year of college creds and MAY speed through my last 3 years of college in 2 years' time... Then gotta wait for ma girl to be at least out of HS lol).
I know I may come across as seeing it in this "glorious light," but I really don't. I see what marriages are, and fortunately, I've grown up around GOOD marriages and know what they're SUPPOSED to be... And while I know there are always rough patches, it'd still be nice overall I think =) And just as another disclaimer- I am talking about the FAIRLY DISTANT FUTURE, not anytime in the next coupla years XD
And I'm sure the feeling WOULD be addressed having a family so young, just not in the way I'd like it to be =P I'm def waiting 'till I'm at least like 21/22 though (already have a year of college creds and MAY speed through my last 3 years of college in 2 years' time... Then gotta wait for ma girl to be at least out of HS lol).
I know I may come across as seeing it in this "glorious light," but I really don't. I see what marriages are, and fortunately, I've grown up around GOOD marriages and know what they're SUPPOSED to be... And while I know there are always rough patches, it'd still be nice overall I think =) And just as another disclaimer- I am talking about the FAIRLY DISTANT FUTURE, not anytime in the next coupla years XD
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Nope its totally fine..I assistant lead once a month on Sunday mornings for church with the toddlers
and I love those babies to death, and after doing it for 3 months the experience really made me think about
how much I want a family esp a child. Thats seirously my soft spot, children. Its indescribable.
and I love those babies to death, and after doing it for 3 months the experience really made me think about
how much I want a family esp a child. Thats seirously my soft spot, children. Its indescribable.
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I honestly think you need a reality check buddy. Have you ever had to watch a baby for more than a few hours? Maybe a week? You have no idea what you want to get yourself into. Not to mention that you will not be able to afford it unless parents are financially involved. I have a 10 month old girl. I get to wake up at around 5:30 am everyday. That includes weekends and holidays. Just a quick list of expenses.
Daycare (because you will have to work,or go to school) normally about 140 a WEEK!! not a month, a week.
Diapers cost about 15$ for a pack of 60. You will go through these very early with a newborn.
Baby Formula/Food is about 24$ for a can of it, it may last about a week.
Plus all the required items like car seat, crib, toys, cloths etc..
Plus the fact that you will be tied down for the next 18 years and you do not get much time to yourself. You will not be able to see the world and experience life. Seriously, just watch a new born for a few days if you can. You will change you mind pretty quick.
Not to mention that you will also have a wife, which can be fun, but also takes away from that personal time.
Daycare (because you will have to work,or go to school) normally about 140 a WEEK!! not a month, a week.
Diapers cost about 15$ for a pack of 60. You will go through these very early with a newborn.
Baby Formula/Food is about 24$ for a can of it, it may last about a week.
Plus all the required items like car seat, crib, toys, cloths etc..
Plus the fact that you will be tied down for the next 18 years and you do not get much time to yourself. You will not be able to see the world and experience life. Seriously, just watch a new born for a few days if you can. You will change you mind pretty quick.
Not to mention that you will also have a wife, which can be fun, but also takes away from that personal time.
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All of you kids need to realize that playing with kids all day, and being responsible for their livelyhood are very different things. You are nothing but kids, take some time to grow up yourself and experience the world. There is so much to see and do other than be tied down with the responsibilities of parenthood.