Another One?

Wednesday, October 24, 2018


My children, Ubaid (6 years old) and Uwais (3 years old) have reached the level where they would argue with each other about almost anything. They are now driving one another crazy and it often makes me and my wife crazy. 

Therefore, when people ask do I want another child, I would just say NO at the moment. These two are enough for now. No need to add more stress. 

Don't get me wrong. I love my children and of course, there are sweet moments between them two. But whenever they fight, gosh, they can be so loud that it gives me headaches. 

Then, when I say NO to having more kids, many would jokingly tell me that I should try having a girl. I now have two boys, so I should strive to get a girl now. 

Truthfully, I do want a baby girl. I do want to dress a baby up with cute dresses and girly things. I know my wife would also welcome some girl company in the house. Furthermore, our friend Yaya just delivered a baby girl a few weeks back and now having a pair of boy and girl. My colleague and dear university friend is also trying for a boy as she already has two girls.

However, the way people tell me that I should "get a girl" is kinda messed up when I think about it. They are indicating that I should get a girl so I would know the feel of having one. It's like I now I have two cars and thus I should get a motorcycle so that I would know how would it be to own one. 

Come on, man. Kids are not collectible items that I should strive to have all the pieces. Children are huge responsibilities and burden. 

Don't simply suggest someone to have one for the feel of it. Having a kid requires a lot of preparation in every aspect. Financial, mental, physical, you name it. Raising a child requires so much strength and sacrifices. 

So yeah sir, I do want a baby girl but I won't try to have just for the sake of having one. If I ever want another child, I would pray for a girl but even if it's a boy, I wouldn't mind. Regardless the gender, a child is a blessing. If I ever want another one, I would first consider many aspects. Am I ready for another financial burden? Am I able to handle another kid emotionally, mentally and physically? No sir, not right now. Not yet. 

Yeah, maybe in the future. We'll see.



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