The writer reflects on their feelings about their children having children. Despite having two sons in their early 20s, the question of grandchildren is always directed at the younger son and his wife. The writer jokingly responds, “Not for a while, I hope,” having previously asked them to wait 10 years before considering children. The writer respects their children’s need to live their lives, build careers, and travel before taking on parenthood. Personally, the writer feels conflicted about becoming a grandmother, questioning whether the world, already overpopulated and facing climate crises, really needs more people. This reflects a shift in their belief system, moving away from traditional notions of procreation.
