Reproduce: yes or no?

[Rev_D21]

Kids are only good for two things, getting beer from the fridge and doubling as a meal if the family becomes stranded on an island somewhere. Since I don't drink and I don't see any islands in my future there is no need for me to have any kids. Besides, kids ruin everything.

[Bubba1]

Besides, kids ruin everything.

LOL not necessarily. Don't forget you can always hire Inga, the hot swedish au pair.

[Jesda]

I have at times considered moving out west and starting a polygamist compound with 10 wives and 80 children. The compound would sustain itself with farming, and the kids would manually pull the plow. No fuel costs, no electricity costs. Production would be almost free.

As for feeding them, they can eat what they grow.

[King Ranzo]

I may be 17, but I figure I should still have a say in this. I'm on the fence about having kids. I used to always want them so I could keep my family name going and keep the gene pool moving along, but after seeing the way some children act between the ages of 4 and 10, I'm beginning to decide against it. I understand that it's all part of aging that they act immature like that, but I don't know if I could honestly handle that. The whole idea of spending the rest of my life with someone seems like it'd be harbored by the children. Constantly having to take care of them and what not. But then again, there is that satisfaction of having your and your partner's genes live on in two beautiful children. Plus watching them grow up would be really nice and beautiful. I have tons of time to make my decision, but I felt I should share my current thoughts on the matter.

[skydragoness]

No.

I vividly remember announcing this at 9-10 years of age at the dinner table and then an argument ensuing between my parents. My feelings haven't changed yet so I hope I'm in the clear. (I really want a dog though so I'm scared that's a "gateway"). I have a five year old nephew and another niece on the way, like Jesda said...fun to play with but then you can send them back.

I'm a reluctant yes. I do not find children the least bit required and that whole magic of holding your child stuff sounds like a bunch of crap to me. Kids are f**king annoying to me most of the time. I do, however, wish to leave something behind and a well-raised child would be nice. I think I could be a good parent and we need as many smart kids as possible to keep us going as a species and it would be nice to give my stuff to someone other than the government when my oil pump fails.
I would like to have my own biological child, but I don't think I would care for an adopted child any less. If it doesn't work out for us I would be honored to be entrusted with an unwanted child who needs a fighting chance. Maybe I can give some squirt a head start on a good life of their own; spare em some of the mistakes I made. MadDad can take care of business and get you ready for the world kid. Watch, learn, and go out there and kick a** on your own terms!

You'd make an awesome dad/mentor/etc I think.

[ADDirishboy]

(I really want a dog though

THIS.

I'll have a dog instead.

[Jesda]

Dogs are effing awesome.

[skydragoness]

Hell yeah they are. I want a cattle dog-mix to be my trail running companion/guard dog.

[sbird1]

Yeah, gimme a dog any day over a stupid diaper pooper. An awesome wife and a houseful of the nicest boxers, pits, and other dogs is the life for me. Kids? No thanks. I don't want to force anyone else to live in this world.

[nissangirl74]

Hell yeah they are. I want a cattle dog-mix to be my trail running companion/guard dog.

You need an Aussie Shep / Border Collie Mix.

[sbird1]

^ I had one of those, Bex. Not a big fan of that dog. My least favorite I have owned, and I have had 4 dogs. My avatar, my boxer/pit is the coolest, most awesome dog in the world.

[Jesda]

My dad has two border collies. They are insane. Brilliant, but insane.

[nissangirl74]

I had a border collie / spitz mix. She was absolutely the greatest dog ever. Great temperament and super smart. I miss her.

[sbird1]

Our first dog was a springer/pointer mix that was a very smart, very gentle mouthed dog. The collie/shepherd mix was a smart dog, just not very... fun. She was just kind of boring and barked whenever someone came up the stairs or knocked on the door.

[Jesda]

Beagles are stubborn a-holes who can't be trusted to not wander off and they refuse to follow you when you attempt to walk them.


BUT THEY HAVE CUTE FLOPPY EARS OMG!!!!!!



I can't tell if I'm talking about dogs or ex-girlfriends anymore.

[ADDirishboy]

I can't tell if I'm talking about dogs or ex-girlfriends anymore.

Husky, pit, and a shiba inu for me please.

[themadscientist]

Shibas are crazy smart. If I was going out to get a specific dog it would be one of those or a Jack Russel. As it is I have two mutts with interesting personalities.

[sbird1]

Well this thread changed directions in a hurry! What's the best dog breed? Lulz.

[nissangirl74]

Well this thread changed directions in a hurry! What's the best dog breed? Lulz.

To hell with kids. Just adopt a bunch of dogs. Less hassle, they are a lot more loyal, they don't ask for much and they will always love you unconditionally.

[Jesda]

And they have a brief lifespan so if you get a lemon, there's an exit.

[nissangirl74]

You can even give them away for free.

[sbird1]

Best thread ever? I think so.

[skydragoness]

Best thread ever? I think so.

Bex, I lived with an Aussie years ago when I was with my ex and she was awesome but s*** crazy. Not really her fault though, she didn't get enough exercise due to an old wrist injury. I took her out for car rides though and she was good at guarding the car if a stranger came up to the window.
I can't deal with all that coat so a Australian cattle dog is better in that regard:

[Bubba1]

Beagles are stubborn a-holes who can't be trusted to not wander off and they refuse to follow you when you attempt to walk them.


BUT THEY HAVE CUTE FLOPPY EARS OMG!!!!!!

So true, they follow their noses but they're so f'ing cute, it doesn't matter. Our first beagle "Bubba" was the world's most laid back dog ever. He was stubborn about leaving his favorite napping spot on the family room couch, but he never minded if our son, then a toddler, joined him and used him as a pillow once in a awhile for naps. Both enjoyed it.

[hannibal]

Well I got here late!

I totally want kids. I cant think of anything more important than introducing a kid to this world. Yeah, it's screwed up, but having the opportunity to enter this place with a clean slate and the ability to choose your destination is a priceless gift. I know I'm not ready to have kids now, but I hope I get there at some point.

And I'll take a labrador!

[Mr1der]

NO. Unless I slip when pulling out....

[Jesda]

Best thread ever? I think so.

Bex, I lived with an Aussie years ago when I was with my ex and she was awesome but s*** crazy. Not really her fault though, she didn't get enough exercise due to an old wrist injury. I took her out for car rides though and she was good at guarding the car if a stranger came up to the window.
I can't deal with all that coat so a Australian cattle dog is better in that regard:

As I read this paragraph I kept thinking that a crazy Australian girl lived with you and had to go on car rides to calm down (maybe to distract her from doing coke or whoring around), until you got to the part about guarding the car.


At that point I finally realized you were talking about a dog.

[Encryptshun]

^ Me too!

Thank you for not letting me be the only one, Jesda.

[skydragoness]

LOL!
It's because owners call Australian shepherds "Aussies" for short that I did that.
I'm glad I never had a crazy female roommate.

[Dittoz7]

I like dogs.