Father is very sympathetic, and if the hero of a romance was good or to be pitied, his eyes would fill with tears until he could not see.Thirteen, 13 children, and I love - I love them all. And I think I've been a good father to all of them.Fathering makes a man, whatever his standing in the eyes of the world, feel strong and good and important, just as he makes his child feel loved and valued.As a father, I believe that involving children in sports at a young age is generally, a wise proposition. I believe that healthy competition is... well... healthy; that sporting events foster a spirit of teamwork that far surpasses the events themselves; and that active participation keeps children moving and is good for their self-esteem.