Older Kids, Happier Couples
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People might think that marital happiness is at its zenith when Mom and Dad are chasing around little kids, enjoying watching their childhood while taking fun family vacations. But nothing could be further from the truth. It might feel sad to watch them grow and become independent beings, but when your kids don't need your help for every single task they attempt, it frees up some time for you and your spouse. Quality time doesn't have to be a furtive hour of cuddling on the sofa during naptime - it can be an indulgent dinner at a restaurant without having to worry about the kids. And there's less stress over worrying about schedules. If the kids are of driving age, then the days of carpools and juggling extracurricular activities might be gone.
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