With Father’s Day approaching, we should remind ourselves that the Founding Fathers were not only America’s symbolic fathers, but many were pulling dual duties as real fathers as well. John Adams was the father to six children, four of whom lived to adulthood. John’s commitment to our nation and his family is worthy of honor as we prepare to celebrate our country’s 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.

As the relationship between America and Britain deteriorated throughout the late 1700s, John was frequently called away from home to participate in both the First and Second Continental Congresses. Though absent for extended periods of time, he made sure to write to his family whenever he could while he worked tirelessly for the nation’s future.

As many of my readers know, becoming a parent transforms one’s outlook on life. Any parent knows that, from the moment you hold your child for the first time, your responsibilities shift towards taking care of them. The love and moments you share with them are irreplaceable. John had to sacrifice many of those precious........

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