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by altgirl84 on December 3rd, 2007
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On my mother's side, there was 13 children (one died at birth), and my dad's side there was 11. Now I know that's in the past, over 50 years ago and not today, but it's amazing when you compare it to today sometimes. Those families had that many children, and they did alright. No, they weren't rolling in riches, but they had a good family life and were raised with solid values. It's ironic how some families today with 2-3 children are in debt up to their eyeballs. And what I mean by that is some people don't realize how much stuff they have/buy that they don't actually need.
by celticmoonlight on September 22nd, 2008
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well im the youngest of seven..only 3 away!!
im far from mormon
by VS Angel aka Mrs. Stealth Intelligence on September 22nd, 2008
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They are probably related to me! :P
by - M.C.S. - Dave on December 3rd, 2007
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A Family with a lot of love.
by Anonymous on December 10th, 2008
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I wonder what they do for a living, since having children is so expensive!
that they are very different from families nowadays. I bet that they are probably more independent and know how to work as a unit versus to think about what they can get for themselves. I think its neat.
i dont think anything...its not my business, its theirs.
by Smurphy on September 22nd, 2008
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I think of all the love that is in that family... I do know a couple 10+ families. I also was a nanny for a family of 7.
I live in Amish country, so I see this often. Good luck to them, but 3 is enough for me.
by -_You Can Leave Your Hat On....- on May 1st, 2008
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provising they dont look neglected i say good on them! youre a long time dead and what nicer way to live a life with the love and support of a big family
I think I need to call my cousin DeeDee. She has 12. She is soon to turn 40 and looks fantastic!
I always think how terrific that they love and wanted so many children and what a wonderful family they are. I've known many families that had 13 kids, that seems to be the most common number, at least that I've seen. And they've all been great families, with wonderful family traditions and great closeness.
by I love my baby on December 3rd, 2007
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I came from a family of 12 kids and use to get in alot of fights defending my family because of people overthinking things. I suppose some of you look down at a family because of the size... I know some do because I read the answers. Unless you know each individule family's reasons for it, I think it is immature of you to judge them at all!
i think dicipline, our neighbors have 11. All who have graduated from HS already were at least in the top 10% and 2 were Validictorian. They learn to help take care of eachother and become very diciplined. As for the parents, I think they are tired, but happy.
by Vampyre Bat on December 3rd, 2007
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I'd think...Wow! it must be my family reunion. I am the youngest of 16.
by Anonymous on November 9th, 2009
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im the oldest of 12 ... my mother adopted two but the reat are hers .. we live just fine getting the things many other kids get some times more.. we can afford to take care of all of them.. and things are going great . i think its great
by CHeeZie MC on August 15th, 2009
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i think nothing of it. when i was a kid we had another family living with us. 11 people in a 2 bedroom house :) it was only temporary though
i think it's normal...i come from a rural area where to or three kids in not normal but 5 to 12 kids are.
I would think... WOW! A family like mine! people joke around with my dad since we are native american they call us his tribe.
by Its still Ridiculous on March 19th, 2009
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It's not unusual for me. There are 14 of us. I'm the 5th from the bottom.
One thing about a big family. There is always someone to call. And if you are mad at x just pick up the phone and call y or z.
by LilAngel on December 10th, 2008
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Well, my dad is the youngest of 13, but most of his siblings are baby boomers, so it doesn't seem like a big deal. If I were to see a younger family of that size I might be a little speechless though. :)
by English Gal is back. on November 26th, 2008
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I think how brave and how the hell do they cope with so many kids ,id go insane one child is enough for me but as long as each one is looked after who am i to judge.
by -_You Can Leave Your Hat On....- on October 3rd, 2008
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envy - it would be great to be part of such a big family ha!
Lots of cooking goes on in that house! He must have a really nice job.
I usually think what are the smoking, and where can I get some?
Lol.
Just kidding, I think that they are very fortanute and fantastic people for being as loving and nurturing to be able to have that many children. Especially if they were foster parents or adopting, because I think that people should be abale to win "Best Person of The Year" awards for taking on that type of responsiblity.
by TAPriceCTR s son is wearing his COAT on September 22nd, 2008
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holy crap... how can I get a job which would afford a family that big?
by Eltinwe has a life Swan - DYOH on September 22nd, 2008
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I've known a number of families with that many or almost that many. Some have been VERY happy, well adjusted families who love each other and enjoy their family. Some have been extremely unhappy families who can't get along. Some are organized, others just a mess. Some have plenty of money, some on welfare. Some with odd religious beliefs, some with no religious beliefs, and some with fairly moderate religious beliefs.
Basically, what I think will depend not on the number of the children but on the appearance and behavior of the children. If they're dirty, unhappy and mean, I'll think one thing. If they're happy, pleasant and... well, they don't have to be clean, even, I'll think they're lucky. I'd think the same things of a family with two kids.
by ms.canaryyellow on September 16th, 2008
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I think that maybe it'd be fun to live in such a big family, but it must be very hectic.
Besides that, why would a woman want to go through pregnancy ten times? (Unless there were twins, triplets, etc.)
by Inquisitive minds want to know... on September 16th, 2008
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I am one of 11....so I know how crazy they all must be.
Thats a great achievement provided the family economy is still well maintained.
by singwell-is off researching a lot on September 16th, 2008
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If they can support them, fine. I saw two families with 10 each on TV the other night. Neither has ever taken benefits. Both households ran fine.
However, there are certain groups who are taking advantage of the Aussie welfare system to have several households with one father, all living off government money as "single mothers".
by Algernon.NZ - Dirrty on July 14th, 2008
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Good luck...That's twice the trouble the 5 of us caused our parents :) ((HUGS)) to Mum and Dad :)
by robinbird- gone on July 14th, 2008
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God bless them. I can barely handle one!
"well it never gets boring in that household"
Exactly how many shopping carts that are needed for their groceries......
by Nursing Student on May 1st, 2008
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i think "i wish i could bear that many children" but then i get to remembering how big my family already is, im the middle out of 14
by scubaduba on December 4th, 2007
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That they have much more patience than I do.
I had a friend that had 11 siblings, 12 if you count him. We practically grew up together, and spent most of our childhood around his or my house. I would think that they probably have a nice family life and would feel sorry for the older siblings =/.
by Nelson - Jetpacking from bed on December 3rd, 2007
Honestly, I would think that they were breeding because that's what they were taught to do, and probably can't afford them. Then I would stop myself and wonder if they were fostering or adopting.
by Da Azian Boi on December 3rd, 2007
Whoa! That's a lot.
by Anonymous on December 3rd, 2007
They must not have cable or satellite ;-)
by jtolb65 on December 3rd, 2007
I wonder how on Earth the parents were able to find the <ahem> "alone time" to make the last 6 or 7. We've got two kids and when we get in bed at night, our primary thought is SLEEP!
by APACHEmeansENEMY on December 3rd, 2007
Living in Utah, i see them all the time. I usually wonder how on earth they are able to afford it and I always feel sorry for the children...I just cant imagine that in such a large family they are getting the attention they need.
by Jane on December 3rd, 2007
I think, "wow think about how much money they would have if they had 8 less children" or "i bet she has a really saggy vagina" either one would cross my mind
by Anonymous on December 3rd, 2007
I think of Cheaper by the dozen and i wonder how the mother survived all those pregancies
by anonymous on December 3rd, 2007
I think there must be a whole lot of love happening there.
by Come to Butthead on October 3rd, 2008
Wow! They must get a lot of "action"! If the sex is really good, I'm happier for them still! Nothing is better than having a fulfilling sex life. HOORAY!:)
by Possum on October 3rd, 2008
How many are birth and how many adopted?
If they're all birth I think of what Groucho Marx said on his show "You Bet Your Life".
He was talking to a father of eight and asked the man why so many kids.
"Well, I love my wife"
"Well, I love my cigar to-but I take it out sometimes"
by Anonymous on September 16th, 2008
Better them, than me.
by Lord Knows on December 4th, 2007
vaginal reconstruction
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VERY true!
by Lady Alathia of Vulcan on December 3rd, 2007
OMG you are so right about the 2 kids and debt...
by Jane on December 3rd, 2007
That is so true! I have over 10 siblings, and some of my friends whose parents earn much more than my parents say my parents are rich.
by AnonymousGirl on December 3rd, 2007
Yup that can be true. It's not really about 'what' you make, but how you spend/save it. I read an article once on a janitor who made less than $20,000 a year but has over half a million $ in stocks. And I have a friend who was performing in the adult industry for 3-4 years making $10,000-$20,000/month and not only does she not have any left, she and her hubby are in debt. Just goes to show anyone can make money but not everyone is financially smart.
by altgirl84 on December 3rd, 2007
A life lesson that everyone should learn from, if they are intelligent. :)
by AnonymousGirl on December 4th, 2007