It pays off in the end - my eldest has produced a wonderful grandson (now 9 mths). And worth helping her through BA(stage management) and later on a masters in psychotherapy & counseling.
Also it is worth it when you see them happy in life - some things as the advert says are priceless!!
Also - be good to your children - they will be the ones to choose your nursing home!!!
Open up a Hobgoblin for me.