Perhaps one of the comments at the end of the blog answers the question. He writes:
“The opening paragraph of the letter strikes home, in a way. I remember that before the first Synod on the Family, our diocese put out a survey – “The Pope wants to know what your concerns are regarding families.” I filled it out; and then was taken aback after they Synod was over, that really none of the “day to day, life in the foxhole” issues that I listed seemed to be dealt with at all.”
But note that after commenting on the letter, Fr. Z actually does give a good exhortation and hopeful suggestions for regular Catholic families who feel neglected.