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/^t/Yet another of the numerous aspects that future gay parents ought to consider, are other people, their feelings and reactions. For quite a few people, the prospect of sharing the floor of an apartment building, or having a gay couple as next-door neighbours, may seem uncomfortable and unnerving, to say the least. However, the same gay couple with children, may be shocking, even outrageous. I am not suggesting that we do not do something simply because Mrs. Brown from next door does not approve, but just as gay people strive to be completely accepted as regular members of society who also have feelings and needs, they must also remember that others have feelings too, and cannot be forced to accept something they do not want to. It is best to "check out" the enviroment and people beforehand, so as to avoid any unpleasant situation, and disapproval, which will also stress the child, later on.