[beebs93]

Your dad is not egotistical, but it takes a bit of ego, some arrogance and bravery to say, "No, it's not impossible" and then try to prove yourself right.

What your dad really has is character - enough to keep himself from letting any of those qualities take over.

Excellent story - thanks for sharing!

P.S. My father is the same way and when asked he simply says, "No, I don't think I am always right - I just know when I am".

[sporkologist]

"It ain't bragging if you can back it up." - Jaco Pastorius

Yes you need enough intelligence to assess a situation and know if you can handle it or not.

This story really touched me. It got me to look at what I'm doing (manufacturing, maybe something 30 people in the world are doing) in a new light. Thank you!!

[paulbrowneng]

Thanks for your comment. You are right my Dad has true character, and great his story can help inspire a few people on hacker news!