Nice update! Oh, to walk the beach...
Don't beat yourself up too much over the no kids and family. In the modern age, people are getting married and starting off much later. Plus, you can look at it this way: Had you gotten married while still boozin' life away, there's a good chance that would have turned out to be a very expensive experiment in love. With a clear head, you'll better know what you're looking for and be able to get all the enjoyment out of it, rather than bits and pieces!