While the author has different points of view about having children, they feel that a child's love is pure and unlimited and that a child is a blessing. However, the author also acknowledges that being a mother means fewer parties and trips due to the many troubles of raising a child. They want to adopt a child someday but their current priority is their profession and marriage. The author invites the reader to remember what it was like being a child as they consider whether or not they want children of their own.