So I'm going to start this by saying I understand people who want kids and have nothing against them. I'm not posting this to start fights or upset anyone. I just need to get it off my chest.

This weekend I went to visit my parents and mentioned having a FWB. My dad didn't care, but my mom went on and on about me looking for a real relationship so I can have kids. Which resulted in me informing her that after being with my bf for 6 years I wasn't ready for anything serious and I didn't want kids anyway. She flipped out and even after me explaining my reasoning refused to talk to me. I understand her wanting grandchildren, but I have 4 brothers... It's not the end of the world.

I want to share my reasoning with you and see if you guys think I'm being silly...

1. I am bipolar and have always be extremely volitile. I delt with it with my father and I don't want to put kids through that, or risk passing it down.

2. After trying for a long time and several miscarriages I don't think I could handle another.

3. I have a history of ovarian cancer, as well arthritis and fibromyalgia. I don't think I could keep up with kids, and I would feel guilty for passing on my issues.

4. I really just don't like kids, and they don't like me.

5. The Earth is already overpopulated and there are thousands for kids with no homes that need our help. If anything I'd adopt.

To some people it might sound like excuses, and it may be an unpopular opinion... But it makes sense to me. And the decision wasn't something that came overnight.