I want to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads out there being positive role models for future generations.

For me, fatherhood has truly been one of life’s greatest gifts. Raising my four children has been a blessing, and embarking on this journey of parenthood with my wife Brianna has been rewarding beyond words.

To every father out there, thank you for all that you do - I hope you get to celebrate with family on this special occasion!

Every Father’s Day, I thank God that I was able to survive the injuries I suffered in Afghanistan - a near-fatal event that occurred when my son was just 6 months old.

I’ve been able to watch him and my 3 other munchkins grow up, and I’m blessed beyond words that my life was spared in order to make that possible.

So once again, Happy Father’s Day - I hope you find it as rewarding as I do and that you’re able to appreciate the blessings of family.

Warm regards,

SSG Brian Mast, U.S. Army (ret.)