Influential Fathers

This month's Ensign has a pretty fantastic article about being an influential father. At first I thought about skipping over it and reading it another time. I mean, after all, I'm not a father and I'm not married so I don't really need to worry too much about some man influencing my children. But I'm so grateful that I took the time to read it. While I was reading, I was reminded of the 4 influential fathers I DO have in my life. My dad and my 3 brothers.
My dad- he's shown in the top left corner. Probably the most influential man in my life. He has always honored his priesthood and been a shining example of what a dad should be. He worked hard and always treated my mom with respect. He has such a tender heart and is so giving, sometimes to the point of ruin. I love to read because my dad took us to the library all the time growing up. I know how to work hard because he took us to the seminary to clean with him. I love sports because I got to watch them with my dad growing up. He always spent quality time with us. Thanks, padre.
My brother in law- DH, is what Emi calls him. Top right corner. Emi could not have chosen better. He is not one to sit still and will always have some project going somewhere. He loves his kids and my sister and provides such a good stable home for them. He helps take care of me and fixes my garage door and does my taxes and all sorts of things. Thank you!
My brother in law- Mr. Thorton, named by Meg. Bottom left corner. Another great man for my sister. He's been around the longest- literally. He lived across the street from us. It took him awhile to decide to marry Meg, but when he did, he never looked back. He has 5 beautiful children with her. He's so patient with them and helps them learn to love the gospel. He is a wonderful example of sacrificing so much so that his family can be comfortable and feel safe. He has such a tender side, but don't tell him I told you. Thank you!
My bebe brother- bottom right side. As you know, we share a birthday. He has two beautiful daughters and an amazing wife. He's working so hard to be a provider and protector. He's also pretty tender, even though with his goatee, he looks like he works at a prison. :) He reads the scriptures with his kids every night. He tucks them into bed. He spends time baking cookies with his daughters and calls me to find out just the right way to do it. He is so patient with them. Thank you!
So there you have it. My influential father report. I love them all and am so grateful to have examples of worthy men in my life. What a blessing. I just hope they all realize regardless of how great they are, I'm still inheriting the hamburger masher.