Interesting post Giggles! And, ha, on the "I know at least two men that stay home with their kids" ...does anyone else see the double standard? Some of us know a few men who stay home, sure, but why do we even note that? Because it's not the standard.
Now, I'm all for equal rights, equal means if you look it up (like I did):
1.as great as; the same as (often followed by to or with ): The velocity of sound is not equal to that of light.
2.like or alike in quantity, degree, value, etc.; of the same rank, ability, merit, etc.: two students of equal brilliance.
3.evenly proportioned or balanced: an equal contest.
4.uniform in operation or effect: equal laws.
5.adequate or sufficient in quantity or degree: The supply is equal to the demand.
Now, when raising kids is equal, wow, what a difference! Children are an investment, in time, money, love, nurturing, and patience. Being a parent is not 'a woman's role' neither is it a man's; it's a parent's role no matter your sex.
On to my opinion. Is not wanting kids a deal breaker? Or wanting kids a deal breaker? Well, if someone wanted me to have a child, it would be. I'm simply not going down that road at this point in my life. I'd date someone with children, no problem. But I'd not want to have any. I might consider adoption -- I would love to have a foster home. But have a child? Not at this point, so if someone couldn't get around that, it'd be good to know and discuss it. Like jol, I can also be persuaded to meet someone half way, too, so I dunno....I do think having kids is the default when you reach that 'marriage' or 'forever after' point so being up front is essential.
I don't think I helped at all, Giggles!
