I know how you feel (sort of... since I have step-kids and do not want children of my own, I can only imagine your pain) I remember when I was single. Everywhere I looked were couples in love, couples getting married. And here I was, 27, living at home with mom & dad in a dead end job. How pathetic did I feel? VERY! But then overnight, I met a great guy who turned my life around.

My brother and his wife had the same problem as you... after 5 years of trying they finally got pregnant, and I have a fabulous nephew (with another on the way!) I always feel that things happen for a reason in their own time. I mean, I found out at 16 that I'd probably never have children of my own... so I had 15 years to get used to the idea before I met my husband. Then I met a man who "Gave" me his kids. Its not always easy being a step-mom, but I love my family and wouldn't trade any of them for the world.

As for important things in my life? I take comfort in hubby, the stepkids, and my monsters. Before I met my husband, what mattered was my family and circle of friends (Nicki too) Nothing can replace the support and love you get from family and friends.