Jennifer Aniston feeling broody

Actress Jennifer Aniston is seen filming a running scene for The Bounty in Brooklyn, New York, July 17,2009.[CFP]

Jennifer Aniston longs to be a mother.

The 'Marley And Me' actress - who has had a string of failed relationships - loves children and is disappointed her life hasn't turned out quite the way she planned.

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She said: "I'd like to be a mother some day and I love children. You start your life with expectations and dreams, then life unfolds and it doesn't always turn out the way you imagined. Life is what it is."

Jennifer - who is divorced from Brad Pitt and previously dated stars including Vince Vaughn, John Mayer and Bradley Cooper - insists she isn't looking for 'Mr. Right' just a man who loves and respects her.

She added: "I don't think there is such thing as a perfect relationship. It is unrealistic and hoping for too much. I don't think it is worth all that pressure."

The 40-year-old actress is believed to have recently rekindled her romance with her 'The Bounty' co-star Gerard Butler.