Having Kids: Pros and Cons

Family · Jan 9, 2023 · BabylonBee.com
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Children are a blessing from the Lord! But are you ready for the responsibilities and trials of parenthood?

Our panel of experts has compiled a list of pros and cons to help you decide if you're ready to be fruitful and multiply.


Pro: Adorable little babies whose cheeks you just want to chew (gross).

Con: Turn into punk teenagers you really want to punch in the face (and not chew).


Pro: They say things like, "You're the best mom/dad."

Con: Also things like, "I need money."


Pro: Always someone around who wants to play board games.

Con: They want to play Candy Land: Legacy.


Pro: An army of warriors for Christ who can change the world is within your grasp!

Con: They may choose a gender studies major instead.


Pro: They look really cute in dinosaur onesies.

Con: They're basically useless until they're 5.


Pro: You can see the world anew through their eyes.

Con: They won't care about half the stuff you show them.


Pro: You get to teach them to be just like you.

Con: They grow up to be just like you.


Pro: You'll experience new emotions you never knew existed.

Con: Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle" will make you cry every time.


Pro: The instant spiritual connection you have with the baby will make you believe in a soul.

Con: You'll become more aware of your sin. Ouch!


So... do you think you're ready? If you don't think you are, you should have some kids anyway. It'll be good for you.


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