Just read through the thread, not sure how I missed it all although I remember reading the OP and the first few replies.
Leon you are an inspiration to us all, and so is the community here. I'm sat here with tears in my eyes are reading through and things like this restore my faith in humanity.
Wish you and children a Merry Christmas and a wonderful future, they are lucky to have you as a Father.
And as others have said, if I am half the man you are in 20 years time I will be happy.