Who Are Your Heroes?

A friend sent me an interesting article (which you can read after the break) with what I think is an important question -- Who are your heroes? 

How would you answer that question? Would you pick one of the contestants on American idol? A famous historical figure? A religious leader? Your grandfather?

What makes someone a hero?

I hope you'll discuss this in the comment section. As the author of the article states, "I learn things about a person I might otherwise have missed. Better, I may get a view into the best side of that person: the side that is aspiring, morally, upward."

So what do you look for in a hero? And who are your heroes this Lent?