@Patches,
You are not alone in your misconception.
Have you ever asked yourself why so many angels were willing to forsake their relationship with God for a few years of life on earth before the flood? Could it be we have one inestimable pleasure not available in heaven?
I'll leave you to ruminate on what that might be. But, as for me the hope of living
on earth with my mother (and countless generations of anscestors) is a singular comfort.
While it is true some humans will reign with Jesus in heaven, the idea that somehow this beautiful earth is insufficient for humans is an insult to our creator.