Odds are, the old man’s gift for Father’s Day has not been bought yet. Don’t beat yourself up; in this day and age, the average person is expected to spend all their time earning a living.
However, if it’s because of a strained, “it’s complicated” relationship – know that you are not alone, and it will make things better to be the bigger person.
Either way, here is a list of gifts to get which are as thoughtful as they are inexpensive. Or rather, this is a list of ways to prepare a gift.
- Get something personal
It’s the perfect day to splurge! Try to recall him mentioning what he has been eyeing for. Dad, like any other person, must have a wish list, but being a dad, it’s unlikely that he has bought whatever he wanted for himself.
His money is normally spent towards education or bills or groceries and suchlike.
If he has actually never mentioned a wish list, get him something close to his heart. Perhaps a framed family portrait or memorabilia from his childhood. If you can afford it, get him that.
However, if the budget is tight, visit the flea market and go thrift shopping with him. It could be anything from cologne to matching t-shirts, and as cheesy as that sounds, having material evidence of being emotionally linked will bring both parties closer.
2. Team up with siblings and mom
As the saying goes, work shared is work halved. Gather family minus Dad and plan the day’s itinerary. Pool money to pay for his spa and facial treatment. Men like to feel rejuvenated too.
Be his chauffeur or chauffeurs for the day. Take a road trip to his home town, landmarks he hasn’t been to, or places he has been meaning to visit but can never seem to find the time for.
Drive him to wherever he wants to go. Those without a driving license can take him around the city on public transportation. Not only would it be environmentally friendly, it will make him feel like a backpacker. Whatever the decision, it’s going to be a trip he won’t forget.
3. Spend the day with father
Arguably the most important thing about family is proving that you are there for him and with him. When was the last time the family watched a film together?
Played a game or match together? He’s not getting any younger. It’s a Sunday. If there isn’t somewhere that needs your urgent presence, don’t be. Spend the day with dad instead. Take this time to wind down as well.
When it comes to planning and preparing Dad’s gift, there’s no need to have every little detail figured out. Just remember that today is also a gift – that’s why they call it “the present”.