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Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

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nferrandi
too excited for words

Member since 10/05

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Name:
Nicole

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

I think the path changed a bit, but the destination is pretty close. I wanted to be married with children. And I am. Not only that, but in a way I feel like I have a better, stronger marriage then I even thought I could. We're not perfect, far from it, but we're perfect for each other. And just like us, our kids aren't perfect either. But they are amazing and bring so much love, humor and joy to my life. As for my career, eh. I had every intention of being a newscaster. That certainly didn't happen. I wound up taking over my mom's dance school and couldn't be happier. I love what I do and I love that I only work part time and have lots of down time with my family.

Posted 11/19/13 8:20 PM
 
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Jax430
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Member since 5/05

18919 total posts

Name:
Jackie

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Nope. I thought I'd be much further along professionally, and that I'd have 2 kids. My life kind of got stuck in limbo for a few years. Now I'm content with my 1 DD, and I'm no rush for #2.

Posted 11/19/13 8:22 PM
 

Chatham-Chick
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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

No, but I'm not complaining. Chat Icon

My plan was to be single and childfree (even though I liked kids). I assumed I'd be in law enforcement and traveling around too much.

Then I met my DH...and I went down a different road. Chat Icon Being a SAHM to 4 children was never on my radar. Chat Icon

I do truly feel blessed though. Chat Icon

Posted 11/19/13 8:42 PM
 

Kitten1929
LIF Adult

Member since 1/13

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Sometimes I think so, other times not.

I'm married, own a house, have a baby and I just turned 30.

I have a very different career path than I intended and didn't have those few carefree finding yourself single years before settling down.

Of course there are things I'm still striving for, but overall I'm proud of everything I've accomplished thus far.

Posted 11/19/13 9:38 PM
 

meloyellow
LIF Adult

Member since 3/13

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

It sounds horrible for me to say this but I had no expectations for career. I was very confused about what I would want to do for the rest of my life. The only thing I was sure of is that I wanted to be a mom. That's what I am and I'm perfectly fine with where I am. Maybe when I'm done having babies I can focus more on a career...but for now...this is more important to me.

Posted 11/19/13 9:56 PM
 

butterfly20
Party of 5 - 2015

Member since 4/06

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Yes.....in general.

Financial I feel behind

Family wise it feels small.

Posted 11/19/13 9:58 PM
 

stinger
LIF Adult

Member since 11/11

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

I don't think I thought this far LOL!!! Chat Icon

Posted 11/19/13 9:58 PM
 

meloyellow
LIF Adult

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Posted by casey31

Posted by JennyPenny

I think so...

I never really looked to the future. I always lived in the 'right now'. the only thing I absolutely wanted was to be a mom and I am- so I guess yes, I am. The awesome marriage and house are bonuses.



This, exactly Chat Icon



Thank god i'm not alone. I thought maybe that made me a slacker...but really my main focus has always been to be happy...and this is what makes me happy.

Posted 11/19/13 10:00 PM
 

Irishgrl13
Fingers Crossed...

Member since 6/09

1301 total posts

Name:
Colleen

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

With everything except kids....I thought i'd be further along then just 1 DS at this point, but the rest of my life is spot on so I really can't complain.....

Posted 11/19/13 10:46 PM
 

allIwant
Love my crazy life!

Member since 1/10

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

yes and no.
Work yes.
I knew I would have kids but never would have thought 3!!!!

Posted 11/19/13 10:48 PM
 

MommaG
Yay Spring!

Member since 5/05

5133 total posts

Name:
Gloria

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Posted by myboysmyheart

Posted by MommaG

No - today is my birthday so I've been reflecting quite a bit and while I am happy with much of my life, one part is just not where I want it to be. Time to work on it some more!




Happy Birthday!!!



Thanks!

Posted 11/20/13 9:30 AM
 

DiamondGirl
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Member since 7/09

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DiamondMama

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Yes. Better than I thought actually and very grateful for it. Chat Icon

Posted 11/20/13 10:18 AM
 

kahlua716
3 Girls for Me!

Member since 8/07

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Name:
Keri

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Kind of.

I knew I'd be married with kids.

BUT I was supposed to be in a totally different profession Chat Icon Someday I'll get there. I hope.

Posted 11/20/13 10:21 AM
 

Paramount
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Member since 7/12

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Far far surpassed what I thought.

Eta. The only thing is that I don't have the career I thought I would have.

I am so very grateful for what I have. I have best friends, a job I love, a great marriage. We don't struggle financially, and I am in a position (not a big one) to help my mom and make sure she is ok. . Have a lot to be grateful for.

Message edited 11/20/2013 11:01:56 AM.

Posted 11/20/13 10:58 AM
 

KwaaksNest
Love my boys!

Member since 6/10

2825 total posts

Name:
Samantha

Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Nope-thought I would have a career instead I stay home

Message edited 11/20/2013 1:23:50 PM.

Posted 11/20/13 1:23 PM
 

Beth
The Key to your new home....

Member since 2/06

24849 total posts

Name:
Beth

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

I actually never really thought about it

I wanted to be a bus driver when I was young

I am achieving the goals I set for myself now

I am very happy with my accomplishments

Posted 11/20/13 3:14 PM
 

luvbuffet
LIF Adult

Member since 7/10

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

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Posted 11/20/13 3:15 PM
 

Iheartli
LIF Infant

Member since 6/13

68 total posts

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Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

I think I am actaully further along than I imagined I would be at my current age . Sometimes I think it would be quite nice to slow down for a while and just take it easy.

Posted 11/20/13 3:53 PM
 

StaceyWill
It's a girl!!!

Member since 6/10

21536 total posts

Name:
Stacey

Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

No way. I'm almost 40 and have an 18 month old. I always thought I'd have an 18 YEAR old at this age.

Posted 11/20/13 4:00 PM
 

ourhappysurprise2012
LIF Adult

Member since 9/12

901 total posts

Name:
Lori

Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

No, but I'm ok where I am. Expected to have more kids by now and be a bit more financially stable. But we just bought a house and had a baby. I have a good career and I love my son and my husband immensely. So for me that's more important than anything

Posted 11/20/13 4:20 PM
 

TheDivineMrsM
2 girls 4 me!

Member since 8/08

7878 total posts

Name:
Mama mama mama....

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Pretty close! And I have everything that matters; anything I'm missing is just icing.

Posted 11/20/13 8:22 PM
 

RSquared0907
LIF Adolescent

Member since 4/12

712 total posts

Name:
RJ

Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

I guess I'm pretty close, I just wish we were in a better state financially and that DH had a steady job. I never thought I'd be the breadwinner after marrying a PhD scientist. We were doing better financially before DD was born but she's worth going into debt :)

Posted 11/20/13 8:47 PM
 

JC297
LIF Infant

Member since 7/11

358 total posts

Name:
jac

Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

nope. I thought I would own a home, be married, and have kids. Im getting divorced, live with my parents, and have no children.

But it is what it is. I suppose this is the path im supposed to be on.

Posted 11/20/13 8:54 PM
 

MrsG823
Just call me Mommy.

Member since 1/11

5570 total posts

Name:
S

Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

Mostly- I think I am a couple of years behind my ideal plan but all and all I am pretty close.

Posted 11/20/13 9:34 PM
 

PrincessP
Big sister!!!!!!!!!!

Member since 12/05

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Re: Are you where you thought you would be at your age?

I think the reality is that you can dream as a kid but when you become an adult everything is so expensive. I never thought I would see a world that is thankful for having a job.
I guess in my personal life I am content. I have 2 gorgeous girls, married and a job in the field I studied. I think if we took all that down to a more affordable area like fl or North Carolina, we would be a lot less stressed but we have family here and that is most important for our upbringing of our girls. We make it happen.

Posted 11/21/13 8:17 AM
 
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