Being raised for many years by a man who only thought of what’s best for you is worthy of a celebration on this one special day every year. It is never easy to work hard for the family and at the same time become the best man, but your father definitely made both work out in your home and in your life.
For your dad, it is time to show off that warm love and gratitude as you greet him with. . .
One great blessing to be thankful for is your father who continually stood with you no matter what happened in the world. He is never perfect. He had his shortcomings and impatience at times but to sum it all up, it is nothing compared to the abounding love and persistence he poured out in building the family. Most may be related by blood, some are not but the bottom line is, he is your father and forever he will love you.
This time, extend an extra mile of showing how grateful you have been for all he has done. This Fathers’ Day do something memorable that will touch him and leave him with so much happiness. Tickle out those golden ideas and make your Dad the happiest man living on earth!
What can I do to make this day special?
It might be a bit confusing on what to do this Fathers’ Day. With the desire to make it special, your list might have left you with puzzling thoughts of what effort will instill a memorable celebration. Wait up because there are several tips that might direct you to the best expression of love.
1. Materialize what will make him happy
Too much with you receiving from him, it is time to do it the other way around. Think of what usually makes him happy apart from you getting high grades in school, being obedient, responsible for earning a living and becoming a better person everyday.
Materialize what will make him happy. Think of something that is valuable and worth keeping as a father. It could be something useful or sentimental reminding him that his love has caused you to go far and build a bright future of your own.
In choosing a gift, consider his likes and fancies. Recall what he mentioned before that he would lovingly have if given the chance. Also, consider what he already have and don’t have.
DO THIS!
Brainstorm and make a list of the things that will be ideal to give to your father.
2. Prepare a budget
Spending will not be absent especially if you desire to give something. From the list you made, filter those that cannot be met by your budget at the moment and focus to those that can be worked on. Remember that it doesn’t always have to expensive, it’s the thought that will count but if ever you have decided to invest a big amount for this, there is no problem with that. Also, remember that you cannot choose just any item, it should be something special.
DO THIS!
Narrow down to one item and buy it!
3. Involve the whole family
Apart from your gift, think of a certain activity that will involve the other members of the family. Celebrating together multiplies the happiness felt inside. You can decide for an outing, a series of events at home, a surprise present, meal and visitors or an entertaining performance like a song, dance, drama or speech.
For example, you can prepare a song presentation for Dad. Sing songs like:
- Eric Clapton’s My Father’s Eyes
- Horace Silver’s Song For My Father
DO THIS!
Plan with the rest of the family and come up with something special everybody can participate.
What gifts are ideal for Fathers’ Day?
Now this is one of the hardest questions to answer but below is a list of suggestions:
1. Watch
2. Shoes
3. Perfume
4. Clothing (polo shirt, jeans, shirt, jacket etc.)
5. Bag
6. Vacation trip
7. Jewellery (necklace, bracelet, etc.)
8. Frame
9. Book
10. Ticket to watch a favorite game
These are random options but they are definitely good suggestions. Men usually opt these kinds of stuff. Choose according to what your father will like to receive and what you desire to give.
What should I not miss to give on Fathers’ Day?
Of all the options above, one thing you cannot miss to give is a love letter. That is simply an effort of speaking your thoughts through writing. Tell him how you love him. Your audible words are good but keeping them forever through a letter is probably a lot better – it becomes a reminder of your love to him how distant you may be in the future. In such moments, you may not be on his side but your words are.
Of all the options above, one thing you cannot miss to give is a love letter. That is simply an effort of speaking your thoughts through writing. Tell him how you love him. Your audible words are good but keeping them forever through a letter is probably a lot better – it becomes a reminder of your love to him how distant you may be in the future. In such moments, you may not be on his side but your words are.
What else can I do for him?
Since Fathers’ Day is a time to be spent with him and the whole family, cooking will be a good way to express your greeting to your father.
Try this delectable dish your father will surely love!
GRILLED BEEF TENDERLOIN AND ESCAROLE
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Enjoy this grilled escarole combined with tangy tomato vinaigrette and garnish of juicy beef tenderloin. Grilled baguette comes to make this more delightful!
Ingredients:
• 1 cup grape tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 large heads escarole or romaine lettuce, outermost leaves removed
• 1 pound beef tenderloin (filet mignon) or sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 4 steaks, 1-1 1/2 inches thick
How to cook:
- Warm grill.
- Place 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon Parmesan, vinegar, tomatoes basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper; pulsate up until chopped. Set separately and then combine the left over 1 tablespoon oil and garlic in a new small plate.
- Letting the root ends intact, cut escarole heads into quarters (the root will keep the leaves from crumbling); put garlic-oil mixture and scatter with 1/4 teaspoon salt on both of the cut sides. Then season the steak with the left over 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Tap the left over 1 tablespoon Parmesan onto both sides after.
- Oil the grill rack. Grill the escarole, turning it irregularly up until the inner leaves have unstiffened and the outer leaves have begun to scorch, this will take about 4 minutes. Use another plate to cool. Grill the steaks for 8 to 12 minutes.
- Cut the root ends off the escarole (or romaine) and throw away. Slice the leaves into pieces then serve the steak and grilled greens sprinkled with the tomato dressing.
Presto! You’re ready to eat your healthy treat with your father and the whole family!
Apart from cooking, you can also prepare a sport game for the whole family. Play a sport that most of your family members know. As you have fun, you are working on a healthy and active state as well. You can play:
Basketball
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Badminton
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Hide and Seek
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Keep everything documented
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Fathers’ Day comes only once a year and documenting it is very essential. Take photos of everything that will happen. Make sure you can capture every smile, hug, tear, greeting and the series of events that will take place.
This is definitely a memory worth keeping.
Make Fathers’ Day THE BEST!
Celebrating Fathers’ Day will entirely matter on how you want it to be done. Some have plans while others just simply go with the flow. Whereas some want it grand, others keep it simple and humble. The point is, your father will be happy knowing that you appreciate what he has done for you and that you unconditionally love him as well. The gifts, presentations, surprises and other things that could happen are just side dishes of the only thing that unites and sustains the relationship of the father to his family that is nothing else but LOVE.
