Oh, I understand now.
Yes, definitely, some families are more openly affectionate than others ~ and it has its effects on their offspring.
You will gradually sort out your own way in this, so don't worry about it, as long as you both feel happy about things.
Parents are bound to be concerned about their daughters, but as far as him being 'too mushy', well, I don't think that this is for your parents to say, really. He loves you ~ that's lovely, not mushy!
