If You Know Me, You Already Know My Dad

Many of you have already met my father. He's the balding fellow on the left. I took this picture during a visit to the Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Florida.

Several months ago I posted a WebMD blog about his pending cataract surgery. Imagine, an ophthalmologist's father having eye surgery! (By the way, patient privacy rules notwithstanding, my Dad had a great outcome and enjoys excellent vision).

Like I said, you probably know him. That's because for the past 5 years WebMD members have gotten to know much about me, my beliefs, and my passions. So much of who I am was generously passed down from my father.

Dad has a phenomenal sense of humor. It's incredible how such a small figure can make an entire room erupt in laughter. That's why I like making people smile.

Dad served as Sergeant in the 82d Airborne throughout World War II and was decorated for heroic service. That's why I applied to West Point.

Dad was my Cubmaster. That's why I became my son Will's Assistant Cubmaster. (Nasty power struggle, the existing Cubmaster refused to step down!)

Dad had me jumping off the high-dive at age 5. That's why all my children are expert swimmers.

Dad continued to run well past retirement. Yup, I finished one of those marathons with my sister.

Dad made sure we never skipped Sunday church services. That record remains unbroken for another generation.

Dad finished every project he started. This blog is almost complete.

Dad always told the truth. Dad, I love you for being the wonderful man you are and the father you taught me to be.

Happy Father's Day!

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