As Father’s Day approaches, an overwhelming sense of obligation settles in with the realization of having no idea what to buy for the person who helped raise you. However, don’t fret—the best gift for a parent or guardian is one that comes from the heart.
For the dads who enjoy “dad jokes” and puns, buying or making a sweet treat that includes a punny message relating to the desert is the way to go. For example, if his favorite baked goods are muffins, the message could read “We would be muffin without you, dad.”
Fathers who share an interest with their children would enjoy a reminder of that connection. If playing baseball is a big part of time with dad, then a baseball inked with a handprint, attached to a glove, would be a simple and sweet gift.
Some fathers love the outdoors and the thought of grilling, making an apron a practical gift as it will prevent grease from splattering on their clothes. Shirts or grill accessories with a comical saying or something as simple as “World’s Greatest Chef” or “Grill Master” would be the perfect gift.
In any case, funny t-shirts work for dads whether or not they have a niche as they cover a wide spectrum of interests.
If money isn’t a problem, then go for a gift that suits both father and child, such as matching necklaces or bracelets with imprinted names or the words ‘father’ and ‘daughter’ or ‘son.’
Perhaps the best and most simple present is homemade card filled with memories and jokes, or a photograph of a significant memory for him to keep in his wallet or in his car.
At the end of the day, what’s important will be the time spent together, the memories made, and the appreciation shown.
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