This is my first Father' Day without a father. My dad passed away about a month ago and, through tears, I’m reflecting on all he taught me.My dad was a Republican and my mother a Democrat. It’s a rare combination these days and gives me perspective on our current national divisions.Dad was a West Point grad who later went into the international oil and gas business. Mom is a passionate early childhood educator. They married because they shared a love of adventure and wanted to travel the world.They shared ideals as well, which they transmitted to their children. Together they ...