I dont really think its anyones business how much money they make and whatnot. They dont recieve welfare, so what does it matter? There are millions of people in america that have children and live off of the state, so why is everyone so obsessed with these people who are self sufficient?
I think they are great. My husband and I have 6 children right now ages 11 months to 10 years. All planned. Not sure if we will have more biological children or if we will adopt. I know we arent done.
As for our bodies not being "baby making machines", well, if her body couldnt handle it, she probably would not be fertile or carrying her children to term, and she would be unhealthy, none of which are an issue.
I can tell you first had as well, that having babies doesnt "ruin" you if you take care of yourself. For someone to assume so is just ignorance. Physically from what people can see, I look better than most that havent had children. I am a size 4 and healthy. As for what people cannot see, which I assume from what has been implied, has to do with intimacy, I can assure you that everything is just as in tact, if not better, than it was before children. There are exercises women can do to keep themselves in shape in that aspect as well. My husband is a very happy man
The world needs more people like the Duggars. Their children are going to be great blessings to this country. More so than the children that are allowed to sit and play video games 6 hours a day and never taught any responsibilty. Wont it be a giant shock when THOSE children are exposed to the "real world".