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The History of Father’s Day

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In the United States, Father’s Day is celebrated in June. Many of us are aware of the sales that take place around that time, with discounts on gift items that will appeal to dads. What many people are unaware of is the history of Father’s Day. Here is the story behind Father’s Day, and some father related statistics to go along with it. The very first Father’s Day was celebrated in the United States on July 5, 1908. It was celebrated at a West Virginia church with a sermon that was in memory of 362 men who died in explosions … Continue reading →

Salute Dad

Who says you have to break a sweat crafting an elaborate scrapbook layout design for Dad? This Father’s Day you can give your favorite guy a touching gift from the heart that he will cherish forever by using just a few simple scrapbooking techniques. One of the most precious page designs incorporates photos and poems. If you have the time and energy, you could sit down and pen an original prose detailing the reasons your Dad is so special to you. However, don’t ditch the idea if you lack inspiration or you simply don’t think you have what it takes … Continue reading →

Donuts with Dad

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During the last week of my daughter’s school, her kindergarten teacher organized an event called “Donuts with Dad.” My wife had attended “Muffins with Mom” about two weeks earlier, so the pressure was on dad to come through. It was a busy week for me. I was starting a new time job, not to mention I still had to maintain all of the other appointments and activities for my family. Consequently, when I heard about this new activity with her kindergarten class I was not too excited about going at first – until I got there. When I arrived at … Continue reading →

Father’s Day Fun

Father’s Day is rapidly approaching. Poor dads. They often seem to get left out. The kids make cute crafts or write poems for Mother’s Day in school, but not for Father’s Day. It’s a shame really. Dads are important. And good fathers should be celebrated. Everyone likes to know they are appreciated. Shopping for presents for my husband is hard sometimes. He wants more big ticket items like motorcycles, trips, or new computers. And while I am thrilled with mango scented shampoo and a bar of really great chocolate, it’s hard to find anything that would thrill him for such … Continue reading →

Husbands & Father’s Day

Father’s Day is rapidly approaching and it’s a day to celebrate having dad around. I didn’t grow up with a father so the first years that I have ever celebrated Father’s Day began when I was pregnant and then of course after our daughter was born. My husband’s relationship with his father was intensely valuable to him and his relationship with his daughter is even more valuable to him now. Different Ways to Celebrate For Father’s Day, we’ve done different kinds of gifts over the years from finger paintings my daughter has made to favored books, ties, robes and more. … Continue reading →

Father’s Day Gift Idea: Coupon Books

This is the last of a four part series of Father’s Day ideas from the heart – creative, fun, inexpensive, and most of all, memorable Father’s Day gifts you can put together with your children this year. COUPON BOOKS This is an incredibly easy and quick gift – perfect for last minute gift-giving. If you have a printer and paper, it’s free! Dads love to be pampered just like us Moms – just in different ways. Think of the ways your husband would love to be pampered and write up a book full of coupons. These coupons can have an … Continue reading →

Father’s Day Gift Idea: Themed Gift Baskets

This is part three in a series of Father’s Day ideas from the heart – creative, fun, inexpensive, and most of all, memorable Father’s Day gifts you can put together with your children this year. Gift Baskets Gift baskets are an easy and fun way to get kids involved in picking out a gift for Dad. They can be as inexpensive and affordable as you want to make them. Gather the kids and discuss together what Dad’s interests and passions are. Decide on a “theme” for your gift basket. Here are some possible themes: Tools – Protective goggles, tape measure, … Continue reading →

Father’s Day Gift Idea: Daddy Books

This is the second in a series of Father’s Day ideas from the heart – creative, fun, inexpensive, and most of all, memorable Father’s Day gifts you can put together with your children this year. Daddy Books This idea is simple, very inexpensive and gives Dad something he can hang on to for a lifetime and look back on year after year. A Daddy Book is a child’s book to Dad with pictures and expressions relaying all their favorite Daddy-related memories. All children who are verbal can create a Daddy book and all children – young and old – enjoy … Continue reading →