Joseph Smith was a prophet, a seer and a revelator. He was also a father and a husband. He delighted in his family and never shirked his responsibilities in the home. He had so little time to spend with them, so he rejoiced in each moment that they did have together.

In every culture, in thousands of home, this scene is a common one—a father gently wrestles with his sons. It is easier for me to love the Prophet when I see the soft and gentle side that his children must have brought out in him. And wrestling with his sons must have been an especial treat for someone like Joseph, who loved activity and sport, especially wrestling.