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#RI-6a7aa9e5·7 days ago·
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Lookback: 11 years into marriage

Having kids with wife

Wife revealed she never wanted kids, breaking my heart

What I wish I knew
"She was serious about not wanting kids from the start"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly about long-term goals"
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10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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