Family, love of others and quality time with them are great things. However what gives life itself meaning and purpose? We were created by God in His image. He loves us and sacraficed His Son so that we could have a relationship with Him. We were designed and created to have a relationship with God and if we fail to succeed in doing that we will inevitably feel a void in our life and will be lost. For those who accept what Jesus did on the cross, they recieve the joy of being a son or daughter of God and will be with Him forever. That is what truly gives life meaning. So then what is the purpose to life other than to come into relationship with God? It is to be faithfully obedient to Him and follow His commands as stated in the Bible and as led by His Holly Spirit. I would recomend reading the Gospel of John to anyone interested in learning more. "The Book" is a translation of the Bible that is easier to understand than King James translations however I like the King James version best. I would be happy to answer any questions you have for me if I can.