I'm 33 I have been with my husband for 6 years. We have only been married for 2 years. He has 2 children, now 9 & 11 and he has 50/50 custody with his ex. They were 3 & 5 when we first started dating. I can't say I've been the perfect step mom but I try very hard. I attend as many school functions, awards ceremonies, baseball, football soccer games, Boy Scout, Girl Scout, Dance classes, recitals etc. etc. etc. as possible. I e-mail the kids teacher's to keep in the know about school functions, snack days etc. (The "Other People" do not like to share information).