Ditto.
My parents really didn't like each other that much.
They stayed together for me and my sisters... and I appreciate the suffering they went through to keep the family together... but I don't think they really did us any favors
It's been said already... but you should make a habit of living whatever you want for your children.
Want your children to be happy?
Then embrace the wisdom of Joseph Campbell:
Follow Your Bliss!
keep smiling,
Ben