Reasons for Trying - My Boys:<p>15 - He has huge ambition. He loves to write, draw and is very intellectual on life, politics and government. He enjoys basketball, wants to be a journalist or in advertising.<p>11 - He has a caring heart, and passion for science and the outdoors. He loves to draw and is very intelligent about animals, their surroundings, and their life cycles. He enjoys football, the olympics and bowling. He wants to be a scientist or an artist.<p>9 - He has undying loyalty and respect. He has a understanding on right from wrong. He is very caring and very giving. He loves and thinks strategically and is compassionate. He loves football, baseball and rock climbing. He wants to be a peacemaker, a general, or in law enforcement.<p>7 - He has a need to be free and wander, exploration is his pedastle, his pirch to see all things in life. He loves being outdoors, fast cars and wants to be a stuntman. He enjoys football, baseball, the olympics and rock climbing.<p>20mo - He has his life ahead of him, to discover who and what he is going to become. He loves to run, through the ball, bat and catch. He loves unconditionally. He enjoys cars, trucks, and helicopters.<p>I don't want to miss a minute of it, ever again.

This is exactly what it is all about:<p>Son (16) - He has just fallen in love with his "first love". Learned to drive and is feeling his independence. Works part-time and lays his heart out in his hand for you to hold.<p>Daughter (21) - Aggressive and very independent. Loves to date and loves her clothes. I think she loves her clothes more than the boys. She works full-time and goes to college part-time. She tells it like it is - so there is no mystery.<p>I'm so glad you posted this thread. They are our lives. They are why we exist and keep plugging on. Thank you! [img]images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/img]

Thank you for sharing your reasons [img]images/icons/grin.gif" border="0[/img]

Wanted everyone to see this... again.

Anyone else want to share?

Same for me - 2 beautiful little girls

6) - Very sensitive, loves her mother, loves to explore, loves to try new things, very curious, loves to read (especially her Bible)

5) - Cute as a bug, flirtatious, loves people, loves to do things to help people especially her elderly grandparents, quick to respond when she sees a need

Unfortunately even they will not be enough to make me try if he fails us again. I think them growing up knowing Daddy is cheating on Mama and that Mama accepts that will potentially lead to them entering similar relationships, and the last people I want to see in a relationship like mine is my children.

JU,

You have two precious little ones. Take care of them and I agree with what you said about the daddy.

They don't need to grow up thinking that accepting this behavior is okay. At least while they are dating... years from now.

Once they are flying on their own... they will know that they don't want a life like their daddy gave them for their relationship and with their children.

Thank you for sharing and I'm happy to meet you and your children.

Anyone else?

Son (7) - Loves hockey, soccer, gameboy, and cuddling with mom. Loves playing with dad. Wants to be an electrician "just like dad"

Son (6) - Love to make other laugh, soccer, hockey, Scarce with the hugs, (that is because I want them, thinks it is funny to run away when I ask for a hug). Quiet, and sensitive

Daughter (3) - Loves pink, lace, barbie, imaginary friends, trucks, ball, and very bossy.

When I think of giving up, I ask what about them and find the strength to go on.

Sue,

Hug those children and tell them that you love them. Even the 6 year old. He wants you to chase him and adorn him with affection!! I know the game he's playing, play along with him. I never had imaginary friends when I was a little boy... but the ones I have now... boy do they get on my nerves at times <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" />

(11) boy -loves life, gameboy, keyboard, animals and is very sensitive and caring. He makes me laugh at myself and has shown me how to just have fun and not be so serious.

(8) boy - true boy, loves all sports, has exceled in all of them, very close to mom and tells me everyday how wonderful I am. He looks just like me and tell everyone that he is a hottie jus tlike his mom ( no confidence problem for him)

My two angels are what keeps me trying to better myself and to become the best mom I can. They are the reason I want my marriage to work. I want them to grow up knowing people make mistakes and they deserve to be forgiven and that you should always honor your commitment and you word. Your word is one of the most important things you have.

I thank god for sending them to me everyday!!!
without them I would be lost!!

Well, if the STBX had a change of heart (not likely, hell will frezze over 1st) these are the reasons, I might try, after he did the crawl through a field of fire ants <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />

for all of ya'll who read this before, sorry but I think my guys are the greatest, even when/if they drive me crazy about half the time

OS (17.9)-- anyone who read my posts of spring 2001 knows the heartache & challenges I went though with him. He has been the poster child in so many ways of what can happen to a child when they find out about a parent's infidelity. He has lost his faith but maybe getting some it back. He has always been moody stubborn & procrastinator like his mom. He is underachiever also. I always wanted to take the bk the Strong Will Child & OS & send them Dr. Dobson with a note saying it didn't work. Some days I feel I can't get a civil word out of him

But for all that he is wonderful young man. He is one of the most talented artists. He will most likely do comics or graphic art or web designing. He has the skills to succeed at anything. He has the most beautiful smile. After dislocating his shoulder last yr, & surgery, he is not sure if he is going to play football his Sr. yr. He didn't like losing his strength is a very serious weight lifter. He gives any AF model a run for the money. He is a blend of geekiness & jock, his words.

He keeps laughing about what will I do when he is gone, he is the official throw up cleaner. I don't deal with it well at all. He was my hero, 1 night not long ago when he his brother threw up all over his room.

YS 10 is still the biggest cuddler in the world. His favorite way to watch TV is still to sit with Mom, hold her thumb & he would still like to suck on his. I thought he never learn to read, he thought this also but in 2nd grade it all click & he was so proud to take the AR test on Harry Potter bks 3 & 4 and only miss 1. It takes him a long time but once he gets into a bk he will plug away till he finishes and he remembers. He remembers everything he hears or reads. He is a whiz at math. He wishes he could draw like his brother, he is above average but he knows he doesn't have his brother’s talent. He loves animals, the information he knows about them is unreal. Animal Planet is the channel to watch.

He is the kid that all adults like, he is happiest with a small group of friends. But take him to a playground, a pool or somewhere & he will find someone to play with. He live in the pool is long as there is someone with him. He hates shopping unless it is for him.

Sorry didn't mean to write a book. As you can tell my boys mean the world to me.

10 yr old Son - this boy has been my best friend for yrs... one of them! He is a real trooper and a sweetheart. handsome, smart and can do anything. He loves science, and also has lots of interest in reading, big big reader like mom was. Great swimer like mom was too! Now that I think about it he takes after me! A little hard headed and having some issues understanding how all this happened, very angry at dad- but sometimes wants to see dad... confused. Takes moms side.

3 yr old. mr. positive, I can do anything and want to do everything.. even help clean the house, mow the yard... He is almost 4 now. this is my little sweetheart.. he still sleeps next to me and cuddles nightly and wants to be in my lap half the time when he is not busy busy. He loves to ride his bike and wants to be just like big brother... both boys love their kitty and dog. He loves to swim and is learning more and more.. is swimming, ,, but needs more technique... loves to be read to.

They deserve a real family and a daddy who is not on a party! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

thanks, HONEY <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />