[Darryl_P]

Mom was almost the epitome of liberalism, living by the seat of her pants, doing whatever provides immediate sensory pleasures, basically "enjoying" personal freedom to the fullest.

As time passed she became progressively miserable, though, as the bigger, long-term questions poked their way into the forefront.

My conclusion is that this fate was no accident and is the direct result of decades of a liberal lifestyle.

Dad OTOH looks to be satisfied with his 2nd wife (together 25 years and counting) and their conservative outlook and family values seems to play a big part.

So for me it's a no-brainer...liberal parent = miserable, conservative parent = happy. Maybe it's a coincidence but in my particular case I don't think so.