My Dad Was My First And Best Role Model. Thank You Dad.

By James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D. Father’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday, June 16th. Unlike Mother’s Day when restaurants were filled, you will probably be able to go without a reservation. Being a committed father takes a lot of caring and commitment. Being responsible and respectful are additional attributes that dads must have. My dad was there when I went to bed at night and was there when I woke up each morning. He was always there leading our family. Upon reflection, I probably took my dad’s presence for granted. I never had to wonder if my dad was coming home. It never occurred to me growing up that I would have to ask my mom where my dad was. I did not have any doubts or trepidation about him being in my life. The life lessons he gave me back in the day have stayed with me to this day. He was a role model for me in every sense of the word. He passed away many years ago. My dad, Dr. James B. Ewers, was a dentist in Winston-Salem NC. He was Jamaican and a graduate of the Howard University School of Dentistry in Washington DC.  Afterwards,...