WHY I NEVER HAD CHILDREN | WEEKLY VLOG

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Hello everyone! A beautiful baby came to visit this week, and it prompted me to reflect on why I had never had children. PLEASE bring back the sunshine! We managed ONE lovely day up on the roof. Thank you for watching… you know what it means to me.
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[@MGrayl-ib5fo]

Never had a paternal bone in my body. My friends have kids, as do my siblings - I'm a fantastic uncle, but I can give them back at the end of the day :-)

[@keepingitreal618]

Never had a maternal bone in my body! Love my nieces.

[@janehoward7065]

I’m with you, Jo. I’m 53 and knew from a young age that I didn’t want children. Absolutely. No. Regrets. Xx

[@melanietruman5260]

Never wanted children, was adamant that’s how it would be for me … until the night of my wedding when suddenly I just realised I could ! …. Can’t explain it. Just a huge feeling. Children all grown up now and draining my emotional energy and bank account. But within it all there are great spikes of joy and absolute unconditional happiness which are often fleeting …but are addictive. Can’t describe it anymore than that Jo. I think we all get moments of absolute bliss in lots of different ways from all the things that we do in life. So it’s not exclusive to raising children. And I believe you have it in your life with all the things you invest in and love. Blimey ! That was all a bit deep !

[@ren278]

My son doesn’t want children. His life goals doesn’t include them and I support whatever brings him happiness.

[@carolineharry6605]

Same with my two son’s. X

[@lindadupuis1531]

@@ren278 my son doesn’t want any either.

[@yvonneb-t3d]

None of my 3 adult children intend to have children. I support their decision. I also know of many women who are raising their grandchildren due to a variety of circumstances.

[@Michelle_Emm]

My son and his wife told us for 10 years that they were never ever having kids then almost 2 years ago they surprised everyone and had a gorgeous baby girl. I think I'm still in shock. Lol She is such a delight.

[@jans8449]

Hi Jo, I'm 74 and don't have children. I had a short starter marriage in my 20s and was glad I hadn't had children when I divorced. I was career focused in my 30s, travelled and had fun! When I was 41 I met the love of my life who was 60 and after losing a totally unplanned pregnancy we decided to spend our years travelling and enjoying our holiday home in Portugal. I sadly lost him 6 years ago, but have never regretted not having children, I have younger cousins and friends and don't worry about my eventual demise. Take care and focus on your lovely life! 🩷 X

[@ameliaclark5792]

A starter marriage! I have never heard of it put like that. I also had one and will refer to it like that from now on. 😊

[@keepingitreal618]

I’m only 64 but never wanted children. 0 regrets. I only ever had love for dogs. I think mothers are amazing.

[@Alison-es8yy]

I lost my mum aged 17. It was the most devastating time of my life. But when I had my son in 1984 my whole life changed. He is still my world xxx

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

xxxx

[@user-wj8iz6jb8q]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sabinabirnie3761]

Hi Jo, I’m 54 and never had children, I am also an only child and both of my parents have died. I’ve never had a highly paid job and could never have afforded a child and so it was a situation that always eluded me. As I get older I do think about how I will cope with nobody around but years ago I worked in a very exclusive nursing home and the people in there who had children didn’t see them very often either.

[@Deanne_Emily]

The maternal instinct passed me by too! I’ve never wanted to have children and at 53 don’t regret it at all.

[@mollyj409]

@Deanne_Emily .....I tell all of my friends without kids that they are the smart ones!🥰

[@loriglazer2002]

Jo, I'm 56 and never had a desire to have children and it was an issue finding a mate. I have no regret not having them and am perfectly happy .

[@user-zm3ny8tw4x]

Due to circumstances, I didn't want to have children in my twenties, but I did have a son and a daughter in my late thirties. I was not the maternal type, but I fell in love with my babies instantly and absolutely! Thirty years later they are still the loves and joys of my life.

[@summer6787]

That’s what I say. Love of my life, not found that in a partner

[@chelleo5487]

I knew when I was 14 that I didn't want kids Jo. I am now 61 & don't regret it one bit. Am maternal with my furbaby but not kids

[@nasreenkhan29]

I’m so glad you said the unsayable. I feel exactly the same about children.

[@claudiacoy3294]

I never wanted a children, yet got pregnant had my son, I was a great mom, found the joy of bringing him up. Obviously, there were ups and downs, regular life...now he is 26, doesn't like me, doesn't speak to me, doesn't answer my calls, nor calls me. Life took him on a road that is totally different from what I thought.

[@RosemaryOltarzewski]

😢so sad 🎉❤ self preservation is key hunny. X

[@deborahprkn]

❤

[@Pamela-yn8yo]

🫂

[@margothartwell6195]

We never know how things might turn out. Sad.

[@claudiacoy3294]

@@margothartwell6195 yet moms are always blamed for bad parenting.

[@mariabanholzer7942]

Dont justifie Jo! It is different for every woman!

[@Anita-rq9ev]

Thank you for being so honest about not having children. Thankfully, we live in times, where everybody should live life how they want it and decide their own path. I feel the very same as you regarding children. By the way you look great in all your clothes 👍

[@rosemarymccarron3887]

If woman don't have children,then there is no next generation. The most important thing a woman can do is to bring about the next generation . This is not the case in any other culture only in the west.

[@junemaguire5053]

I yearned for children very young, i had my first daughter at 21 she is now 50 with no children, no desire ever to have any, neither of us were wrong, it’s just how we both were, i think she is amazing for making the choice not to have children, and be happy with that, we are all different well done Jo for having your own life.

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

how interesting. Thankyou x

[@cklg88]

I love not having children. I love peace and quiet. The longer I go with no kids the more happy I am with the decision.

[@user-pz5oh8gp1y]

What a beautiful thought as she held the little foot...that it would later walk a child through life...

[@gillsimpson4976]

I admire your honesty Jo. Children can be a joy but not always. So many women don’t admit their feelings about children. They can definitely bring you happiness but sometimes sadness too. Unfortunately that’s my personal experience. Great video Jo. Lovely to see your friends having lunch and great to see Dave back. Xx

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

thankyou x

[@MJ-fw6ry]

Hello Jo, I felt so differently to you, as I had my first child at 20 and my second at 23. I don’t regret having children but just wished I’d thought more about it first. I’m now 62 and haven’t got any grandchildren, because they don’t want children. At times I do feel robbed of the life I could have had before I had the children. Take care Jo. See you next week ❤

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Thankyou for your honesty x

[@aliciathom9633]

I am 69. Always wanted children and had four wonderful human beings. Now have four granddaughters from two of my kids. We all live in different countries so seeing each other is a real treat but also happy to have my own life with my husband of almost 50 years!

[@essanjay8604]

I totally understand when you say the maternal instinct bypassed you. I feel that way about owning pets! I have simply never had any desire ever to own any animal. We're all different and that's what makes life interesting.

[@karamoore7249]

I was a determined and content career woman until the age of 34. I then had two children at 35 and 38 - an older mum! They are the best thing I have ever done and I am so grateful. Life takes you along different roads. My sister is childless and has never regretted it.

[@juliawindsor-pye4945]

Didn’t want children, had one at 34 and changed my mind …. He’s actually rather lovely! Dave is back! Hoorah! 🥳

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

I love the way you say :"rather" lovely! x

[@sandrap6321]

My biological clock was ticking loudly by my late 20's so I tried foster care for a couple of years. Only proved to me how difficult & expensive it is to be a single parent while working a full time, low pay job. And so I never fantasized about being a single mom after that. 4 decades later, I accept my not being a mom like I accept that I never became a rock star or an astronaut. Just wasnt in the cards. Maybe next lifetime the stars will be in alignment.

[@francesray1709]

Jo, I'm 80 and never regretted not having children. I loved listening to you talk about your decision. It was a lovely change from the usual frou-frou which I obviously enjoy because I subscribe but this was special. And welcome back to Dave.

[@Lynn-hw5pn]

I think at the end of life we just want to be comfortable. I have children but I don’t think I want them to be with me when I am at the end. I understand the being alone bit entirely. You will be fine 😊

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

xxx

[@beverlygardner9263]

So soul filling to hear you talk about something deeply personal ( children) rather than focusing on appearance

[@user-jt1od3oj8j]

So relate to your views about children - my neighbours are in the process of raising "Hells Angels"!!

[@KG-ui7ji]

Love that comment

[@donna25871]

I’m the same Jo - I never wanted to have children and found someone who felt the same. I’m a great nurturer to my fur babies and the students that I teach.

[@wendyhart8968]

You are in the stage of life where you get nostalgic. You choose the life you wanted and have been blessed. Thank you for sharing.

[@julieallen5655]

Dave you are such a hoot! 😂LA just to stay indoors. Love that you love your life! 😉

[@aquamarine_nz2296]

It doesn't make sense to me. Gotta be something else or why bother.

[@susanr9907]

I love hearing your views on life! There are far too many people, unfortunately, who have children that have no business having them! Love the dress ! Have a lovely week, my dear London friend! Welcome back, Dave! It was so wonderful to see you!

[@donnaalpert]

“How very simple life would be if only there were two of me.” This is the opening line of a poem by Don Blanding called “The Double Life.” There should be a correlation poem for women trying to choose whether to have children. What is important is that we as women support each woman’s choice. I support your right to choose what is right for YOU.

[@wilmabrock5462]

Well said!

[@kimberlyg9867]

I never had the desire to have children either. My husband and I have been together for 45 years and when I look at our friends with children, grandchildren and now starting into great grandchildren, I am perfectly happy with life as is🤷‍♀️

[@maryannhartzell2958]

I have one child, a daughter who means the world to me. Everything I worked for and accomplished in my career was to make a better life for our family. I don’t think I would have had the ambition to succeed if I didn’t have a child. I’m very proud of the legacy I will leave to my family.

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Thats really interesting....poignant comment x

[@jacquelinehillson9589]

Parenthood can be very overrated , sometimes brings more heartache than joy , it’s not all happy endings.

[@lindadupuis1531]

@@jacquelinehillson9589 totally agree!

[@summer6787]

It’s how you bring them up. I sacrificed a lot on my own but boy was she worth it.

[@jacquelinehillson9589]

@@summer6787 What’s it like to perfect and judgemental all at the same time , please get educated such a generic statement and serves no purpose , parenthood is not just black and white for many complex reasons you fortunately haven’t had to manage👋.

[@Jules123]

​@@jacquelinehillson9589 👏 this lady thinks it's all hearts and flowers 🌷❣️ when in reality it's nothing like and I will quote her a wonderful example of an ex work colleague who stopped speaking to her mother and to all purposes denied her existence...and the reason for this ..her mother left and divorced her father so being a daddy's girl she sided with him as she failed to acknowledge that he had any faults blaming her mother entirely for the breakdown of the marriage.

[@jacquelinehillson9589]

@@Jules123 Exactly what I’m saying , can be heartbreaking and you actually did absolutely nothing wrong as a parent , Take care, go well.

[@fashionlady2258]

I really related to your talk on children, I feel exactly the same 👍

[@machupikachu8349]

I fell in love with a man and moved across the country to be with him and eventually get married and have a family. It was something we both wanted but weren’t ready for right away so were happy to wait and just enjoy each other. When we decided we were ready, I told him I wanted to be a stay at home mother and fully take care of the children as I never had that as a child and he said that we could just send the children to daycare. i was not OK with that and eventually we decided to part ways. after that relationship, I just never found another person I wanted to have children with or maybe I felt that that stage of life had passed me by. but honestly, i know it’s not the same, but I was so happy and in love with my animals that I’ve never really regretted not having children.

[@sharonsnider9452]

My daughter chose to be childless and is a dedicated teacher and loves her career. I supported her decision as I knew that being a Mother is a lifetime commitment. I look at her life and she made the right decision for herself. People who are childless choose a meaningful path for their lives and I believe they are happy. I am glad that you have chosen a fulfilled life!

[@user-vy4kh6jk1t]

….. supported her decision? Don’t think our approval/disapproval has a place here.

[@lindabolique72]

just my own experience- having kids was the most fulfilling and best thing in my life.

[@miavos3610]

Fondness all around when Jo is around Dave. ❤

[@valerieboyce7644]

Jo, I am 65 and feel exactly as you do about having children and being around children. You don't miss what you never had. My child was a gorgeous Labradoodle named Annie Oakley. She was my whole heart❤.

[@VickyAllum]

Thank you Jo for another lovely Sunday vlog, the picnic on your roof all the food looked so yummy and the sun was out thank goodness and lovely seeing Dave back 😍

[@helenmenzies9488]

Never wanted children. Love babies but not for me!

[@SashaFox22]

My mom was supposed to be childfree. But at that time it was unacceptable. That's why she didn't enjoy motherhood. She performed parental duties, and she was not enough for more (which gave my sister and me a feeling of not being needed, there was no warmth from her, but there was a sense of alienation). Therefore, you need to be honest with yourself. If you can't, then you have to live as your heart tells you, not society.

[@essanjay8604]

As a rather sensitive child I clearly remember picking up that some children had mothers who weren't exactly loving the role! Main reason being that they usually ended up playing in our garden. My mum was at her happiest bringing up three kids and being a full time 'housewife' as they were called at the time. She had a hard time when we all left the nest though. Not easy being a woman is it?

[@annanorth7997]

I can't imagine not having children. My 7 grands keep me young. But I love that you are happy in your life.❤ For most of history, women had no choice in marriage or children.

[@melhollis9493]

Hi Jo lovely thanks for sharing your week your happy and full of life doesn't matter that you never wanted children Life is for living and we all head off in different directions to find our own happiness 😊 and you really do have the most beautiful and interesting life.

[@lisalips1987]

Thank you Jo, I’m 37 and even though in my heart I know I don’t want kids I see all my peers posting pictures off happy families and I feel like there is something wrong with me and I will miss out on. However I have to remind my self that my husband myself and our pug are our own little family and aslong as we are happy doesn’t matter about anyone else. Love seeing you living life to the fullest! Sending so much love to you x

[@mandd4963]

Hi Jo. Yes the ironing was from “Look back in anger”. Love the Boden dress ❤

[@lindadupuis1531]

I love love your dress Jo! But then again I love all your clothes. You all dress up way better in EU than we do here in Canada. As for the kids conversation I didn’t know if I wanted to have children. I don’t enjoy other people’s kids much but when I decided to have my own it was a whole different thing. I loved being a Mom until they left home and have their own lives. I can’t let go. I miss them living at home but still independent. So this makes me think I shouldn’t have had kids. It changed who I am. But I am so proud of the 2 kids I raised. They’re great adults with successful lives and careers. I am proud of them. BUT I don’t know I would have kids if I had to do life over again. I lost myself in my Mom role cause it was so fulfilling to me and can’t find something else to take up that space. I’m single too which might be part of the issue.

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Love your honesty x

[@KD4-hm2ul]

Hi Jo, Karen here, been following you for a couple years. I never had a nurturing or maternal drive and I was keen on advancing my career in my 20’s. My husband & I married early and when I turned 30 he asked if I would have children with him or he would find someone who would. He had the drive for the both of us! Turns out that our two sons are my best work! They are fine men today and have sustained me after their father passed away unexpectedly at 61. I stayed home for 5 years then got my career back on track when they were young with a couple wonderful Nannies and my husband being primary caregiver. I achieved my career ambition about 10 years after I would have if I hadn’t taken a break. My husband fulfilled his dream of being a wonderful and involved father.

[@bluemoonshine6360]

Wanted ten sons. Got one lovely daughter but she abandoned me for 20 yrs now. Painful. Her father passed and left her quite an estate and lots of stress. She is repeating his life. Heartbroken but carrying on. Love you Little Minx.

[@mandy486ful]

Don't let her break your heart, she obviously takes after her father and not you! ❤

[@davidhall8049]

Beautiful dresses the yellow one I loved 🌹 I never really met someone I wanted to have children with I loved my child hood

[@franwalker9437]

I wanted children and feel lucky to have 3 amazing grown up sons. They are independent spirits and only one lives in the uk now. I miss them very much but am glad they all have happy and fulfilling lives ❤️

[@Rochestergrad.74]

It does not take a village. That was an adage that came about to support leaving babies in day care for 8-10-12+ hours a day. But I do get your point, Jo. I stayed home and sacrificed my career during all those many formative years for my child. I could not have done it any other way. 🌺

[@Vic-pn9yf]

I did the same and I don’t regret it one bit

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

I think I would have done the same if Id decided to have one x

[@maa6507]

Totally agree and thank you for doing it the right way. I know it must have been hard for you. As a single female lawyer I saw other women with kids and either I wondered how they had a relationship with their kids given the very long hours or else I ended up picking up for them when they went on maternity leave and left daily at 5. Mgmt dumps on the other women not the men and since your childless you can work late and pick up the travel. Women think they can have it all, they can't. Their kids, co-workers, pay the price.

[@Rochestergrad.74]

@@maa6507 So true. The children primarily have paid the price, the suicide rates amount youth over the last few decades has sky-rocketed..What I see now is somewhat of a shift. The younger generations have realized the damage it causes to leave children in care all day throughout their childhoods. There are so many more hybrid work environments, work from home scenarios, etc that young women seek, and actually find. But there is still a long way to go.

[@maxinemewis4300]

Hi Jo! Blimey Dave’s vitamin D levels must be on the floor!! 🤣 great vlog Jo, love your honesty, so refreshing 🫶🏻 much love xxx

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

I agree...I hope he is taking supplements x

[@louisekaye9051]

So much better that people lead the life they want than get married and have children under some sort of expectation upon them. I have one adult child and had a decade of people asking about when I'd be having, more. I think younger people are much more open minded in this respect and accept different people have different lives be it through choice or circumstances. x

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

I agree x

[@jinx3903]

I’m 70 and never wanted to have children. Was responsible for younger siblings when I was younger because parents worked so had my fill then I guess🤣. Never regretted my choice 😁

[@danicacharles4221]

I respect your honesty, Jo ❤ I know I'm repeating myself...but you and Dave need to do a podcast....be hilarious 😂

[@hairdresser1300]

I love this idea

[@pamalou2084]

Hello Jo, I’ve bought that lovely dress! You look so nice in it and the pattern is fabulous 👋🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿x

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

It's now sold out!! I have worn it constantly xx

[@JaniceInFrance]

Neither did until I was 46! We adopted our baby angel one year later.

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Oh wow! I would love to know more! x

[@marygreen7225]

Such an interesting video Jo. Thank you.

[@carolpetchey8673]

Nice to see Dave back xx

[@susanmcintosh2892]

Hi Jo. Your Boden dress is lovely, but I really like your belt! I'd love to know where you bought it. Great to see Dave back. Your spread for your soirée on the roof looked absolutely delicious. Have a great week! 😊

[@francessusskind1036]

I’m 74. I never wanted children as I had horses,dogs etc. but it my late thirties we thought “now or never “so I had my gorgeous daughter and now two grandchildren.I never regretted it as I love them dearly but I can fully understand why you never had any. Until that point I had no maternal instinct at all. Of course when she arrived the bond between us was unbelievably strong and still is.However I still get people asking me why I had only one- it’s because because one was enough!

[@annawebb3074]

Enjoyed the Barbie exhibition - I never liked dolls as a child, but now I think Barbie is so cool!! As for having children I believe its a choice!

[@karenlowe-alton417]

I think it is a personal decision. I wanted my two lovely kiddos. A boy and a girl who are now 33 and 39. They are such a blessing to me. ❤

[@glendacarpenter2767]

Having my boys at 39 and 40, I am so glad I didn’t miss out on having my babies. Nothing compares to it, and they have grown into such wonderful young men, truly amazing, ❤.

[@robinschuett3383]

Thank you for being so honest

[@bridpentony]

Love your honesty…. It’s not the easiest topic to talk about… you did it well …🙌

[@teresaweber5182]

Hi Jo... Taller Teresa here from Waco, TX, USA. I've been watching about a week and enjoy your vlogs. I subscribed immediately and I've also subscribed to Paula's and Filipe's utube channels. I'm 74, retired, single and and 6'2" tall. Your utube video popped up on my cellphone and I decided to watch it. You're a breath of fresh air. 😁

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Thankyou...please spread the word x

[@amandahugo1421]

I love your dress. It such a classic.❤

[@cab26]

Loved being a Mum but last 4 years left me with an empty nest and too much time on my hands and mind! Having to build a new identity for myself post divorce too but now I spend time with grand babies ❤❤❤❤

[@glorialloyd4365]

You looked fabulous in the white suit. Love the mui mui hat. Have a great week 💕

[@Vic-pn9yf]

Thanks for sharing this with us Jo and so lovely to see Dave again

[@barbaraprue6719]

Very honest real conversation. Thank you for sharing. Respect you for this honesty

[@gardenroom65]

It’s a rollercoaster of joy and hurt. 2 grandchildren now, much better. A divorce didn’t help.😢

[@janeforrest6838]

Same here!

[@magdapdxchia6722]

Great vlog! Thank you for bringing up such an important topic. I’m in my 50s and married for almost 20 years. Neither one of us wanted to have children (me because of school and career and my husband because of environmental and political reasons). It’s wonderful to have a slightly older woman honestly speak to this topic. Thank you thank you!

[@Matt-lo9mm]

I’m a 60y lifelong single man.Thought through my teens,20’s then 30’s at some point I would get married and have children,then grandchildren…Everyone I know and have known through life..grandparents,their friends ,parents,their friends,siblings,their friends and I think literally everyone I’ve met (with the exception of two people who have just popped into my head)have gone that route.I realised,late 30’s that I loved the single,no attachment life so much,why change! Love the channel Jo and your solo living lifestyle….That’s why I watch..!

[@lisasmith3872]

You have friends and they are like your family - they will be there for you

[@CarolCollier-kz4ll]

I love your honesty Jo. ❤️

[@Gillian.Ashcroft.66]

Society pushes women to have children - an expectation so to speak.

[@nutcracker2916]

It's a shame that the Sindy Doll isn't lauded more in this country. After all she was British made and had a sweeter face. The original barbie dolls had in my opinion a rather sinister looking side eye. When the manufacturers of Sindy tried to Americanise Sindy's look. Sadly it's popularity declined. Love the hat jo.

[@essanjay8604]

I believe the original Barbies were made in Japan hence the rather exotic look. I didn't really like mine - she looked too much like a grown up - much preferred Sindy!

[@KG-ui7ji]

I had a Cindy Doll, not a Barbie.

[@essanjay8604]

Sindy was great. She came out when I was 10 so most of us had stopped playing with regular dolls but here was something different - a teenage doll that looked like we did (no huge boobs) who you could dress like we dressed. Mine had a duffle coat and an ice skating outfit!

[@HelenKing-vv8kv]

I had Sindys little sister Patch when I was ten. She was so cute with freckles and patched dungarees 🥰

[@essanjay8604]

@@HelenKing-vv8kv Oh yes my sister had Patch. We also had a Paul but he never got played with much - we really thought Sindy should go it alone!

[@maureenfox219]

I wonder why Dave goes all that way then shuts curtains and doesn’t go out. X x

[@helenrohl1113]

Very unusual!

[@Vic-pn9yf]

Probably because he spends so much time in London interacting with so many people and constantly on the busy roads; I think he deserves time out😎

[@maureenfox219]

He could go any where America is a long way to go for that. Just saying

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

@@Vic-pn9yf I think you have hit the nail on the head x

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

@@maureenfox219 he has a flat there x

[@giselaafonso]

Woman here, 51, no children. Why? Because i never felt the desire to have it and, consciously, i didn't want to. Simple.

[@RosalieMeredith]

You are fine; you love your friends, co-workers and especially those darling bulldogs. Keep enjoying life!

[@fashionlady2258]

I’m a ‘65 baby, Barbie somehow passed me by 🤷‍♀️I was madly into Pippa Dolls in the 70’s x

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Pippa! yes!!! More wholesome x

[@bonnieroots3019]

Loved Pippa

[@tpowell7159]

Jo, the Boden dress on you was fabulous! The colors and print are just gorgeous! So glad to have Dave back - he's a hoot. I also never wanted children and have never once regretted that decision for a second. I wish more people would give a lot of thought before bringing children into this world - it is the most important decision you'll ever make. Cheers from the U.S.🎉

[@margaretmaguire3329]

Lovely yellow dress 👍🌺😀

[@debbiemalina]

That Boden dress is beautiful ! I want it ! Great video Jo!

[@beverlyhill6783]

O my - I wish Jo would go with Dave to LA - and Take him out in LA - What a video that would be - WOW

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

can you imagine!! x

[@claremarco]

Great vlog Joe. Refreshing to open a discussion on this topic. Thanks xx

[@lornajones6979]

Hi Jo. You have so much energy and positivity. You would make a wonderful mother. I had 1 son. He is 22 now. He wants children of his own but has already decided he wants to be a Foster carer.

[@suzannec4765]

Love the Boden dress, it’s so pretty.

[@lilygrace261]

Dear Jo.,, thanks for your weekly update… and welcome back, Dave 👍….. I love listening to your stories , love your white/cream suit… you absolutely rock it’ What a glorious time with your girl friends and those gorgeous children . May the sun shine for you all 👋😘

[@nikihartney5257]

Thank you for making my day AGAIN, Jo. The Boden dress looked amazing 👏.

[@vickiesprout4693]

Jo you are a breath of fresh air, an amazing fashionista and content creator and this is not even your job! I admire that you live your life the way you want. Thank you for sharing your most personal thoughts. My life is very different from yours (married, family, grandson).When we decided to have kids, we broke away from our group of childless friends mainly because we didn’t have time or energy to keep up with the art showings, dinners, etc. although part of us wished we could. Now with kids grown we have reconnected with some which is just fine (only have so much energy after all!) You have a phenomenal life and thank you for sharing it with us!

[@denisearnold3365]

You seemed a bit down this week Jo I hope all ok. Thank you for being so honest about not having children. I assumed I would have children but I never had that strong urge to have them as other women seem to have so it didn’t happen and now being single and in my sixties it’s a daunting prospect being alone and getting older. Friends who have children tend to gravitate to other mums which is natural I suppose.

[@MiddleAgedMinx]

Im ok...maybe a bit reflective....but all good xxxx

[@denisearnold3365]

@@MiddleAgedMinx❤

[@karlaschmid8757]

Love the Boden dress and the yellow/white as well. Dave looks well rested.

[@annaddison2130]

Loved the Bowden dress . Great to see Dave and everyone else . 🐶