I want a family where my kids can clearly see how much their father loves me. I want them to damn near be like "Ew, why you always touching on momma." Or "Mom is so spoiled." And "You know how daddy is about our mom." even when we're old and gray. That's the ultimate to me.
5 years old - Mom, I love you.
12 years old - Mom, I can't stand you.
16 years old - My mother is very annoying.
18 years old - I'm leaving this house.
25 years old - Mom, you were right.
30 years old - I want to go to my mom's house.
50 years old - I don't want to lose my mother.
70 years old - I would give up everything to have my mom here with me.
You only have one mom. Take care of her while she's still alive.