In many cases, both the father and mother work to support the family. Most families do not have maids to help with the household and child care. Family members, including the father and the children, help with the daily household chores. The U.S. family unit is often not as close as it is in many other countries. People in the family may spend more free time with their friends than with their family.
Families do spend special holidays together, such as religious celebrations and birthdays.
U.S. families tend to be very active. Many people are involved in clubs, community organizations, sports leagues like bowling or softball. If they have children in school, there are many activities organized by the school, such as, music concerts, plays, sports games. Parents usually take the children to these practices and activities. In addition to the above, the U.S. is a nation of pet owners.