Father's Day is this Sunday. And a whole summer is before us. Bored of the doing the same old thing? Look no further. We've got a list of great ways to make Father's Day - or any day - more special.
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Live in an area you don’t often explore? Visiting somewhere new for the holiday? Create a scavenger hunt with your family members by dividing into teams to complete fun tasks throughout the day. The list can include challenges like “shake hands with a statue” or “find three buildings that start with the letter W.” Make sure to take photos for proof! Before the hunt begins, place a gift for dad at the last stop. (Gift idea: framed map of his favorite city).
Recreate Dad's favorite restaurant meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Have the kids surprise him with breakfast in bed, enjoy lunch at home and then pack up the final meal to take to the beach, park, or other favorite spot. Call the restaurants to get helpful hints and techniques for each dish - they might even give you recipes! (Gift idea: high-tech grilling tools).
If you live in a rural area, take a family trip to the local lake to go fishing, or head to some local hiking trails for some exploring. At night, set up a campsite in the backyard to make s’mores - or melt marshmallows in your fireplace or on the stovetop! If you live in an urban area, take a weekend trip away or find a new park in your city to explore. (Gift idea: new hiking boots).
Does Dad just want to hang out on Father’s Day? Perfect- you can still make it special without leaving your home. Create a movie screening room with some pillows and a projector to enjoy dad’s all-time favorite movie (you know, the one he usually has to beg you to watch.) Pop some popcorn and warm up some hot chocolate to top off this perfectly cozy celebration. (Gift idea: iTunes gift card for new movies and TV shows.)
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Thankful to have hectic days & lazy nights with my family
My Father's day was rough,as it was my first without my dad. I talked a lot about him with my son and we reminisced about our fun times with him. He was an amazing man!
Our main goal was to have our first child tell him, "Da da da da da da da!" Our son didn't quite manage it, but we did use the day to help my husband relax from a stressful job. We just stayed in, watched movies, and played some games.
We always make a special dinner which includes all his favorite foods.
Every Father's day I buy 4 balloons, I write messages on them and send them to heaven. Two for my father, and two for the father.
Can't wait to take my husband fishing for Father's Day ,our boys will be so excited!
We are going to blow it up!!
With my wonderful husband our 6 month old daughter his 3 sons,my other 3 daughters, and our 5 month old granddaughter! I'm going to cook and just let him enjoy the day!
Pampering dad (breakfast in bed) letting him relax and have some tv, video game time to himself, then to the movies with kiddos.
#SheSpeaksDad Simple back yard BBQ with dad cuz he loves his BBQ. #SheSpeaks Scrambled eggs and sausage and bacon and strawberry shortcake for his breakfast, #entry!
This father's day was spent at home with my husband and kiddos. BBQ was put on the grill, oh boy did we have a blast.
This father's day was spent at home with my husband and kiddos. BBQ was put on the grill, oh boy did we have a blast.
#SheSpeaksDad - BBQ in backyard and just easy family time.
New father to another child born. Spend time together and watch our family grow bigger.
We grilled out and watched movies all day!