Children!

I have 3 children, and I love them more than I can even express.  My church just recently had a wonderful talk in General Conference about having and rearing children.  I thought it was beautiful.  The world is not so keen on having children.  There are so many "other" things we can be doing with our lives rather than bringing a special baby to the earth.  Having children is a HUGE sacrifice on the parents parts.  It is not always easy, it is tiring, emotionally draining, and yet it is absolutely beautiful and rewarding! Don't let the ways of the world change your destiny in bringing children to this earth.  There is nothing quite like seeing the dimples from your husband on your son, or the shape of your eyes on your daughter!
       I have found that being a stay-at-home mom is one of the greatest blessings of my life.  I realize not all women can be at home with their children.  And not all women and couples can have babies.  Below is a quote from that talk that I just love:
"It is a crowning privilege of a husband and wife who are able to bear children to provide mortal bodies for these spirit children of God. We believe in families, and we believe in children."

I feel that is so true.  These are precious spirits that we help bring to the earth.  We should treat them that way!
"When to have a child and how many children to have are private decisions to be made between a husband and wife and the Lord. These are sacred decisions—decisions that should be made with sincere prayer and acted on with great faith."
Good luck to all couples in making the decision that is best for their family.  Children are a blessing of true love, joy, and fulfillment.  I know that families can be together FOREVER!  What a wonderful blessing!