My dad has been gone from us for many years now.  But I just want to take time out to remember him for his goodness and contributions as well as his struggles. First of all, I can imagine it’s tough being a man in this world.  Being a provider, a protector, husband, father, the cornerstone to the family.  It’s a lot to juggle.  Ideally,  that is what a man is. My dad was all that.  A dad of 6 kids. The things I know of his past, his struggles and pain all came from stories my mom told me.  My…