sharing the big moments

How do you feel about having the important people in your life with you for important events? Let's say you have something going on that you're really proud of, like your wedding or graduation. How important is it to have your family and closest friends there? But listen - I want to be specific about this: I'm not asking if you want them there because it's important to them, I'm asking if it's important to you. In certain circumstances, the answer is almost always yes, because these people were the ones that supported you and enabled you to get where you are, but what about in general? Are there any general examples? What if you were a runner, and you always tell your parents about your achievements, and they always seem happy for you, but they're not exactly out there cheering you on. So then you won some big marathon. How important would it be to you to have your parents there watching the award ceremony?