*sigh* I saw my progression into becoming more emotionally mature through noticing how I handled my dogs over the years. I learned so much about love and patience and compassion thanks to them (both giving and receiving!), and I wouldn't change it for anything. There's a reason DOG is GOD spelled backwards, they are incredibly unconditionally loving teachers, angels in furry bodies!

Around 3 years ago I started having those feelings that maybe I did want children after all, but physically I'm sure I couldn't keep up with a child, but emotionally I could handle one now, I think. I don't know, I still lose my temper and regret it! My little girl dog Layna never gets me upset, though, it's always my husband getting me riled. LOL You'd think after 27 years I could handle him, eh? LOL

Sue, I have been quiet for awhile, and I am hopng to get more involved here again soon. I know what tomorrow is!!!! I hope it's a wonderful day for you!!!!! My mom's b-day tomorrow, too.

Eve, I know, I see some very cranky children and very cranky parents too sometimes when grocery shopping and it bothers me to see how some parents act and I wonder why they even wanted children. Those cycles are so hard to break when the parents only do what they know about.

Love,
Barb