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What the Army Taught Me About Being a Father (and What I Had to Learn on My Own)

As we observe Veterans Day, I find myself reflecting not only on the time I spent serving my country but also on how those experiences influenced my understanding of fatherhood. More importantly, I think about the millions of men and women whose military service intersects with their responsibilities to children, spouses, partners, co-parents, and families.

We appropriately recognize their willingness to serve. But I sometimes wonder whether we spend enough time understanding what happens to the people behind those uniforms, especially when their military responsibilities and family responsibilities meet.