We see that as the group represented becomes more religious, the number of children increases. This does not mean that the family as a unit is happier, however it indicates that, one, the marriages are, by virtue of the number of children, more child oriented. And, two, having so many children, means that the chances are that these marriages last longer. First I suggest a reinvestment in our Jewish identity. Sure going to Israel is great, and every one should go, but two weeks or two months are not the material that gives a day by day identification with the Jewish people.
Holidays is the greatest time for enjoying the Jewish identity.
Who says that I have to be a deeply religious person to enjoy entertaining my family and friends in a Succa. In Israel, many non-religious people enjoy sitting and eating in a Succa. The same thing is true of the Shabbat. It's really a lot of fun. The same is true of a lot of the various Holidays and Festivals.