Some people think fathers aren’t as sentimental and soft-hearted as moms, and that Father’s Day doesn’t matter as much to them as Mother’s Day does to moms. Don’t make that mistake. Dad might not wear his heart on his sleeve, and many men don’t find it easy to show their emotions, but rest assured that, inside, the love a good dad feels for his kids is huge, and he would go … [Read more...] about Short Poems for Father’s Day
Fathers Day
Humor: Five crummy gifts you shouldn’t give dad this year
Maybe you think you have it all figured out, but any of the following items are on your list, you're probably only going to get a fake smile from your dad when he opens it. Unless, of course, you're the favorite daughter, in which case you'll get a nice pat on the head, even if you're 40 years old. 1. Stuff you want. Nothing shows how little you care like buying a gift for … [Read more...] about Humor: Five crummy gifts you shouldn’t give dad this year
Thanks to Single Dads for Fathers Day!
Fathers Day was originated in 1910, by a woman (Mrs. John B Dodd) to commemorate her own single dad, whose wife died in childbirth. While long ridiculed as just another "Hallmark holiday" by some, it was not made an official day of celebration until 1972. Fathers Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in June in 52 countries. In 1910, single dads were not the norm, and single … [Read more...] about Thanks to Single Dads for Fathers Day!
Buy dad a rat for Father’s Day
Sunday is Father’s Day, and we dads will be overwhelmed with neckties and wrench sets. We will feign ecstasy, and our loved ones will pretend to believe our protestations of pleasure. But for a really nifty Father’s Day gift, how about sponsoring a rat? Specifically, an African giant pouched rat, about 30 inches long including tail. Lots of other good ideas for charitable … [Read more...] about Buy dad a rat for Father’s Day
Gift ideas for Outdoorsy Dads
Father's Day is this Sunday and if you're anything like me, you've waited until the last minute to find a gift. Good news is we're here to help. If you have a dad that likes to spend time outdoors, check out the following suggestions. Your local outdoor store will likely carry many of these items, or you can easily find them online with the links provided. Most retailers would … [Read more...] about Gift ideas for Outdoorsy Dads