Hi christiangal, don't know if this is what you're looking for.
I believe a family is there to give unconditional love, support and nurture those within it. I was very fortunate to grow up in a very loving family, my mum glows with pride at the smallest of my achievements and is always there for me. I believe when you have children you have them for life, giving them space to grow up but with the secure knowledge that you are there for them if they need you. Children don't come with a manual but we all learn from our mistakes and successes.