[MkMw]

Well, I can only speak for myself (and my husband) - we have always wanted to parent both a boy and a girl. Back when we were in the "planning" stages of our family - we decided that we would have 2 children - and in the even they were both the same sex, we would have a 3rd - and that if we wound up with 3 of either that we would be done. We however, share with friend who have tried for a 3 third that we would not have a 3rd child unless we we be truly happy with either.

As we fastforward to our adoption plans....the family makeup didn't change. We have 2 boys, and are going to start the process again after the first of the year, we are REALLY hoping for a girl, but, are prepared for another boy. (personally - I'd be thrilled with twins again - as long as 1 is a girl!)

As far as girls being easier to raise, my Granddaddy - who raised 2 boys and 2girls said that he'd rather raise 6 boys than 1 girl....as a result I've never thought that raising girls would be easy....BUT I still hope I get the opportunity!