Well, I asked that question to get an idea of the kind of family environment you grew up with as well as the relationship you saw take place between your father and mother as well as your own relationship with your father.

A female tends to seek out a mate that has similar traits as the father, this often is on a subconscious level too. There are things that can attract to a potential mate simply because they are familiar. A big part of this is human nature itself because we are designed to be drawn to things that are familiar in that it can contribute to our sense of safety, "this is ok, I know this". I think you would (on a subconscious level) like to have a male partner that has strong opinions, is goal oriented, but also WANTS to have a family. I think the partner you have now has a lot of the qualities you are used to having in your environment, with the exception of wanting children and embracing the family life. Correct?