For Father’s Day, answer this: I knew I had become my dad when...

In honor of Father’s Day June 19, we’re asking readers to tell us how they knew they had become their fathers.

Sometimes, it’s in the little things – walking or talking like him, having his same hands. Sometimes it’s when you find yourself saying the same things to your kids that he used to say to you. Or it might be in his habits, like doing the daily crossword puzzle or always arriving at appointments 20 minutes early.

Send us your stories, limited to no more than 100 words. And send a .jpg photo of you and your dad -- or just your dad.

Email to dkujawa@thestate.com. Deadline for submissions is THURSDAY, JUNE 16.