Unfortunately there are too many airline pilots out there with their priorities completely wrong. Family should always come first. I'd rather be with my family any day of the week than watching a dumb sunrise or being on top of the weather. I have never understood why some pilots fall head over heels in love with a job that kicks you in the face month after month. Maybe some brains just are just aligned differently I guess, people can be pretty selfish. But I have zero respect for anyone who puts their job in front of their family (airlines or not), and those people are usually the same ones who complain about their divorces and family problems. Pathetic.

There are many people who are good at balancing their family life and their airline job. However, if you are having trouble keeping your family happy with this job I suggest you find a different job, especially if your family is your number one priority.