[UndauntedR]

You are back to square one. You are making a mistake about judging relationships simply based on longevity.

Here's what I have said:

"They’ve been together for 16 years."
"I was responding to the broad brush. I commend their commitment to each other."
"...I commend their devotion."
"...I respect the commitment."
"Anyone who makes a relationship last that long deserves some respect for their commitment."

In this day in age, the longevity of the commitment is certainly commendable. AND after 16 years together, they now decide to raise a child. They are obviously deeply committed to each other and I respect that.

I'm not one to judge people's relationships, but I will commend them when they act honorably.

[madprof98]

I will commend them when they act honorably.

Sorry, deliberately bringing a child into the world without a daddy is anything but "honorable." It's self-centered and selfish.

[Raycpa]

AND after 16 years together, they now decide to raise a child. They are obviously deeply committed to each other and I respect that.

Do you realize how many couples have children thinking it will solve problems in their relationship and the kids they have end up suffering right along with the parents?

I admire your belief that longevity has a correlation to the quality of a relationship but its not a very reliable indicator.

Neither you nor I have any clue as to the quality of their relationship.