When I read the heavily into HDR and paintball comment I thought "Oh no, don't do that." Then I looked at the images. Wow, I totally with you now. Especially liked photos 1-3, 5 and 7. Photo seven says allot and has a unique look. Excellent job on that one.
"I have never had a fatherly rolemodel in my life". My sympathies about that.
Have learned to appreciate my family since I needed that kidney transplant. :-) Just kidding of course, as I got older I more and more apreciated my family. Comments like yours make me feel blessed. Good luck with the message of hope for fathers and sons you wish to spread.