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>couple in our late 30s who decided not to have kids I fear for people who choose this path. Being childless in your 30s sounds like a blast. But that's just o

>couple in our late 30s who decided not to have kids I fear for people who choose this path. Being childless in your 30s sounds like a blast. But that's just one stage of your life. How fun is life going to be when you're 40+? Or when your health begins to decline? Maybe it will be worth it, maybe not. When I visit older relatives who are childless (at least to me) their lives come off as hollow and sad.

echelon 3y ago
> When I visit older relatives who are childless (at least to me) their lives come off as hollow and sad. My grandfather willingly moved to Florida, away from the family. We'd be expected to visit for holidays, of course, but he wanted to play tennis in the sun.