This was a fantastic story. I am glad you have such a great role model in your life that you can still look up to and appreciate.
I would say my dad "moment" came when I was first heading to university and I was sitting in the back of my parents' car. We came to the city limits of my new home and I said, "ok, I'm ready to go home now." My dad, without missing a beat, shifted in his seat, turned to me and said "This is your home now."
I was upset and terrified.
We got to my residence, set up my room and made sure I had everything I needed to get through the year. When it came time for my parents to leave, mom and I were hugging and crying when my dad came up to me. He pulled me into a big hug and told me how proud he was that I was facing my fears and going to school so far away from home. He had tears in hia eyes. That is when I realised this was as hard for him as it was for me.
My dad has been my champion all through my life and i am so fortunate to have him.
That's beautiful!
Thanks. My dad is a pretty awesome guy. I am a bit spoiled in that respect.
Just make sure you tell him!
I always do.