Wow... that's a really lovely tribute to fatherhood... from "the other side of the table." I'm merely a "proxy dad" myself... although my wife's three (now adult) kids seem to think of me more as their dad than their biological dad.
We're all grateful to be in each other's lives.
Thanks @denmarkguy . A wonderful compliment coming from you. One of my best friends is a "proxy dad" as you say. If you're anything like he is, your step-children are truly blessed to have you in their lives.