I love that you started with the caveat: My opinion

I've seen things on the floor as disrespectful - wasn't sure until I found they kept their own residence immaculate while leaving mine filthy that I realized the compromise being made was mine alone. Compromise must be a two-way street.

Whew, I'm the first to say that circumstances and timing, are a large part of a relationship.

Kids are tough - I think many dream of making a family rather than having.