I hope this doesn't come across as trite, because I mean it sincerely. It sounds to me as if your dad is one of those elusive alpha males we are arguing about. Knows what he wants to do, knows what he has to do, and doesn't shirk from it.
Chrome ... who is still inspired
"Recollect me darlin, raise me to your lips, two undernourished egos, four rotating hips"
