Dad Types #2 Mob Boss Dad

Symptoms: 

1. No-one messes with the familia… or they sleep with the fishes
2. Defends his kids from bullies by quietly threatening their parents
3. Everyone in the family has their own role, especially when shopping or cleaning the house
4. Respect and Honor for one’s elders is paramount – never disrespect grandpa!
5. He talks fondly about the “old country” even though he’s more american than you
6. The kids respect and fear him in equal measure
7. He loves all his kids despite flaws and will do anything for them
8. He loves authentic. Authentic cooking, music, just make it real local
9. Sometimes emphasizes his point in a foreign language, capisce?
10. Slow to anger, but if someone disrespects his family – watch out!
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Words to live by:

“Family is not an important thing. It’s everything”

His hobbies include: 

1. Visiting with family – no matter how distant
2. Vacations to the “old country”
3. Dining at “authentic” restaurants
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His ideal gift would be: 

• Cooking lessons for the family with a famous chef