[cooperk]

I have two very good friends who do not, and will not have children. It's not for everyone, but is for the majority of people. If you don't "desire" children, I would advise, don't have them, and don't feel guilty about it (or let anyone make you feel guilty about it).

Children are alot of work, for the rest of your life. They totally change your life, and change you. I can't imagine living on this earth without my children and am so blessed, as they give me so much. They also run me ragged and have each (3) given me at least 20 gray hairs.

I do not think dogs can "replace" children, and know they are not anywhere near the same. Dogs are golden, but children are priceless. You get to raise them and eventually let them go into the world on their own. You sit back and see all your love and hard work in action out there. Dogs stay with you for 15 or so years as your sweet and loyal companion.

They are much different animals and should not be compared...

Now, saying this... I must also add that I recently added Trixie to our family to "fill" a vacancy as my oldest is becoming more independent. So, perhaps dogs do a great job in filling in that vacancy.

I must also say that this article (not your post) is confirmation to me that actors and actresses are really airheads. I would most definately say that this actress should NEVER have children.