So you parents influenced you to seek your own path, to try and fail, get up and try again...And that's what you did. I see what they did as very good parenting and whilst the influence may have been subtle, it is influence nonetheless.
I'd say Da Vinci is a worthy role-model and one could do a lot worse than than take some influence from such as he. When one combines McGuyver-influence with Da Vinci-influence...Well, let's just say one would be a most capable individual.
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Sorry for the delayed reply, I really need to find more time for my Hive life.
My parents were the best parents I ever had. I think I am a straight-up 50/50 mix of them. When their son said he wanted to go into the arts I'm sure that it gave them some sleepless nights. I really hope I didn't and don't let them down.
My father was also a Renaissance man and I think that is where my interest in all the different disciplines came from. 80's TV also produced so great role models.
Thanks Very much @galenkp
It's doubtful you let them down, just the fact you apologised for a late reply speaks highly of your upbringing and general manner. By the way, apology accepted, but not required - We all get busy. :)
Have a great weekend and please, feel free to join in the #weekend-engagement topic week 35 due for release in about 8-9 hours. You'll have all weekend.