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Making
Father's Day Special
Throughout the year, fathers love and care for their children; even grown up
children receive Dad's help, advice and care. Each September, everyone has the
chance to acknowledge Dad's efforts and make him feel wanted and appreciated.
Although your Dad will love a gift, there are many other ways to show him how
much you care. Here are just a few:
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Go to the footy (or his favourite winter sport) together
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Have a BBQ where Dad doesn't have to cook the meat! Make it for family or
invite some of Dad's friends to join in.
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Take Dad on a walk or drive somewhere. Enjoy the scenery and each other's
company.
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Give him a call if you can't be there. Even if you are seeing him, why not
call Dad first thing in the morning to say "Happy Fathers Day."
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Send him a card in the mail as a surprise. Or join the digital age and
send him an e-card or email.
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Take him fishing. Spending time in a quiet spot with you will make your
Dad's year!
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Get the whole family together in one place, instead of Dad seeing his
children (and grandchildren) separately. And don't forget Dad's Dad!
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Invite Dad (and Mum) over for a meal, and make it something special. If
possible, include at least one of Dad's favourite dishes.
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Go home for the weekend, if you don't live with Dad anymore.
Really
surprise him by doing all your old chores whilst your there.
* Hire a DVD or video and watch it together. Let Dad choose he genre.
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Do something to help Dad where he needs it most. Maybe it's tidying his
desk, painting his lounge room, updating his computer programs or sorting his
shed. Don't break any of his taboos in the process, though.
Tash Hughes is a Mum of two in Melbourne. She is also a writer and owner
of Word Constructions. Tash is available to write articles and profiles for any
business, as well as doing other business documentation projects. You can see
her site and services at www.wordconstructions.com
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