Changing diapers is not as fun as going to a concert.
And dont believe anyone who tells you otherwise.
Having children will, however, beat out any competition when it comes to joy.
Caleb Woods
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Updated 8 years ago,September 15, 2017
Are you on the fence about having children?
At least once a day my own child has me convinced this wasnt the best idea.
This is one of those no take backs situations Ive gotten myself into.
Back when 9am was early, my abs were everything, and traveling was synonymous with chic.
So if you dont want them, cool.
But maybe youre not sure?
Caleb Woods
If any of these things are keeping your uterus empty, I offer only heavily biased perspective.
Theyre willing to take their DNA out of the race in the name of global warming.
Which is awesome, I too have mixed feelings about the state of our planet.
Im going to recycle and only buy energy efficient light bulbs.
Ill go meatless on Mondays.
Yes, the world is absolutely overpopulated.
There are Nazis and people thatstillsupport this administration (lol).
Kind, empathetic, and innovative children can keep this place from burning down.
So its less about the current state of affairs and more about your body?
Kids wreak havoc, stretch marks, etc.
But youre fighting a losing battle with time here guys.
You will wear down.
Your skin will sag; you will get lines and wrinkles.
Thats what plastic surgery and green juices are for.
Youre worried life will be over as you know it.
Yes, it will be.
Unless you are rich, moderately rich and/or have a nanny, life is over.
Thats not what you wanted to hear?
Only a liar will tell you that raising children is going to be as fun as your current lifestyle.
Changing diapers is not as fun as going to a concert.
And dont believe anyone who tells you otherwise.
Having children will, however, beat out any competition when it comes to joy.
Joy is not fun or freedom though, so dont get it twisted.
Raising children is an investment; payouts are not immediate.
but so in love, wouldnt trade it for anything!!!!!
I understand your hesitancy; does motherhood come stock with annoying social media presence?
Do I also have to sell leggings or a shake?
(Yes, its a rite of passage, shut up and sign up.)
The Facebook moms are annoying,andtheyre right.
At face value, its true.
She just doesnt know its ok to mourn her losses, that her grief isnt offensive to her baby.
So she overcompensates with these play-by-plays of developmental milestones and poop.
Forgive her, and consider the fact that millions of people choose to deal with someone elses diarrhea.
Powerful stuff, do you have FOMO yet?
The early motherhood craze will release you and itll be business as usual.
Theres still time for food pics.
Youll get back to your career and hobbies.
Do you appreciate life?
And honestly, kudos.
You understand that this life is inherently magical.
You are Sarah Jessica Parkerwatching the Eclipse, 24/7.
I require little else than a perfectly ripe avocado mashed onto whole grain.
She is losing her shit over how blades of grass feel between her toes.
Without her Id be chasing joy, like whiskey.
Never realizing all I had to do was open my window or make a fool of myself.
So have the baby, because your favorite band will tour again, and football Saturdays arent going anywhere.
Have the baby, because youre going to get old whether you want to or not.
Have the baby, because the fate of the planet might just depend on it.
