My wife and I have adopted 5 children and while the biological father is absent in each of their lives, we know evendually they need to meet and/or reconcile with their father. All of them have had contact with their biological mother for better or worse. 25 years ago I would have told you that the biological connection between people is not as important as the interpersonal connection, but I can't say that today. Blood is thicker than water. If it takes 30 years or 10 years, it is still important for people to know where they came from; and even if they don't admit it, a father wants to know that his kid turned out OK. Brian I am glad you made your father proud.

"Imagination is more important than knowledge." - Albert Einstein