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Our boat is just over an hour away from me (and 5 minutes from my dad). We used to get out a lot on weekends and after work, but then my son was born. In the interest of remaining married and being a good dad, I fished much less once my son got old enough to notice I wasn't home. Now my weekends are filled with kids sports and going to birthday parties, etc.... I got out on the boat a grand total of 3 times last year and twice were bottom fishing trips with my son. The silver lining was that I fished more last year than ever before from shore. It's much easier and less taxing on the home life to fish when the wife and child are asleep. I also like the fact that shore fishing is much less dependent on weather. I still love boat fishing and hope to get out a lot this year, but I'll be going when my son can come along if he wants to.
Whatever you decide, good luck. As others have said, it's important to have a balance and not neglect the family, while also feeling that you haven't shortchanged yourself. I would also add that if part of you is hoping for reasons not to buy this boat, you might want to think a little harder about it. A decision this big shouldn't be made if you're having doubts.
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