[RickM]

I'd venture to say the baggage that comes along with the potential mate (children or not) could make a big difference.

A friend of mine remarried and brought his two boys into the new marriage, however, not full time. After five stressful years his new wife continues to deal with the BS brought on by my friend's former spouse. His ex was a mess before and during the divorce and his remarrying just added fuel to her vindictive nature. My friend is on the brink of divorce as a result.