Teacher, thank you!

A parishioner once asked me, "Since you fly to Ireland every year to visit the priest, do you consider him as your father?" While there is a saying that goes, "Once a teacher, always a father," it's important to acknowledge that a teacher and a father are not the same. While I hold great respect for Tony, considering him as my father would be inaccurate, as our relationship transcends a familial bond. Tony is my teacher, later becoming my patient. He is an elder figure and a dear friend. His influence on my growth has been profound, and he holds a significant place in my life.