I like comics for kids myself! I'm one who prefers comics before the rise of the independents and the marketing to an adult audience. Marvel took a step forward in the 60s-70s in terms of realism but I think since the late 80s or so they and DC have drifted from realism into decadence. I didn't care for Watchmen in that respect. I found Moore more interesting on Swamp Thing.
I think since the late 80s or so they and DC have drifted from realism into decadence.I disagree. Although I think the 90's did see a drop in story quality from the 80's, I wouldn't go so far as to use the word "decadence" to describe the situation. Well, now that I think of it, for Marvel comics I would.
Incidentally, Watchmen is one of my favorite comics ever. I read it over every so often, just for the sheer enjoyment of it... I still find new facets to the story and characters that I hadn't noticed before.