I grew up in a multilingual home with English being the primary language. However, it was the more difficult one to learn for the reasons mentioned above. I completely understand why with all the exceptions, plural, and gender issues that it is problematic.

Being multilingual has well served me well that I have been trying to understand why my brother no longer sees the value in it. He will not allow me to teach my niece and nephew nor enroll them in classes while they are young. He only wants them to know English despite being so much easier when younger to learn. It breaks my heart but I will respect his wishes.