I am going through this same rollercoaster of emotion. Trying to decide what is right for me and my family. On one hand kids would a awesome, a lot of fun, but a lot of responsibility. On the other hand traveling and having adventures would be awesome, a lot of fun…and way less responsible. I think its perfectly normal to think about these types of things and very responsible to think about having kids before you do or don’t. Its a major responsibility and perhaps more people should think about it instead of just doing it. I think that ultimately, you and your mate will come to a decision based on who you are as a family. As for me, one day I dream of all the love and fun of a having a child and the next I am bogged down by the thought of all the responsibility and wondering if there is even time and energy for all that.