Fathers have a special way of leaving lasting impressions whether it's big life lessons or small, everyday moments. These impressions quietly shape who we become. The lessons our dad's leave behind often stay with us long after childhood, whether it's teaching resilience through tough love, showing through their lives what the value of hard work means, or offering a steady presence through life’s ups and downs. This Father’s Day, we wanted to honor those moments by sharing some of the most meaningful lessons from our dads.
Santiago's Dad
Well, I think there are plenty lessons I learned from my father. One pretty important lesson was when he showed and explained to me that I could do anything in this life if I really wanted and if my heart desired it. So, when I was a child, he always encouraged me to be involved with sports. I got involved with the school's teams, playing soccer, baseball and other activities. Anytime I put all my effort in, I was able to stay on the 1st team.
I really loved the way my dad treated women. He always taught me to be extremely respectful with women. I'm glad he taught me that at a young age as it seems that is not always the case now. 
Jane's Dad
I think that the most lasting life lesson that I learned from my father would be the value of congeniality. I realize that sounds like a bizarre pageant queen declaration so I shall try to clarify – Daddy was a charming man. He was outgoing and affable with a quick and engaging smile and distinctly at ease in most any social situation. But the real charm to his charm, in my opinion, was that it did not discriminate. He was every bit as friendly and warm to the man who shined his shoes as he would be with an important client or influential celebrity. And that is the lesson that has stuck with me. No matter a person's perceived station in life, they deserve recognition and a friendly greeting or kind word. It's certainly not much of a feat to acknowledge or offer a salutation to a fellow human being but I think it is a nicety that can be easily overlooked as we rush through our busy days and hectic lives... especially when our attention is continually consumed by our phones... and that is a real pity!
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Billy's Dad
My grandmother left a bad relationship and took my father and his two sisters to live on the road for several months.. They ran out of money along the way and, by the grace of others, were able to come out the other side, better and in a new part of the country. Because of his experience, I often saw my father help out others in need – whether stopping on the roadside to help someone fix a flat or bringing someone into our family so they get back on their feet – he had a soft heart for those in need.
