The essence of being a father

I am a father now. My son is almost 16 month old. He was born on 07-07-07. :) I would rather to describe a good father is someone that when your kids need you, you are always there. I would teach my son to become my friend, so he is always telling me what do he feel, so we can open our mind and share what is my son dealing with. I would give all my love for him. I am not particularly like in father image that means strength and authority. As like my father was teach me, since he was a military person. I like to be a moderate father. Listening to what your kids need, and find the solutions together. Kids are part of the family.