I could mention family members, teachers, friends, co-workers, anyone. There have been many people who have positively impacted my life. No, there is only one answer. My father.
He taught me everything I know. How to work hard, how to put family first, how to sacrifice for the benefit of your kids. Hell, he basically taught me how to walk and talk and eat with utensils, and literally everything. There cannot be a more positive influence. As good as he’s been to me, I feel like I have been a terrible son to him. I feel like a failure in that regard. I need to do better.
He was married to my mother for over 55 years before she passed away. This has been such a hard year for him and I haven’t done nearly enough to help him through it. I am literally the worst son to the best father.
Inside the Red Head's Head 
I can’t click “Like” on this one, because it’s not true! You are NOT a terrible son. You always visit him as often as you can, and you’re always praising him for everything. IMO you’re a GREAT son.
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Don’t beat yourself up. I bet you’re not – and your ol’ man won’t be thinking that way. Christmas time is perfect for healing any emotional wounds.
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