Why would anyone in this day and age want a large family?

I have no idea. I can understand if both parents make a good salary and can afford it but that's rarely heard of.

And then they talk about their struggle to others.

To each their own but yep I agree.

I love being in a large family but that's all I know. Guess best judge of it be someone who has lived in both large and small familys.

because it's something they love and appreciate and enjoy and value.. :)

O.o I'd never want that regardless of the financing.

religious purposes. "be fruitful and multiply"

I have a big family. I have all was wanted one

If they can afford it, why not?

Never a lonley moment.