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Monday, May 12, 2008

Father’s Day is a time to tell Dad how much we love and appreciate him.  To Dad, however it may seem like the day his family pulls practical jokes on him.  After all, do we really think he’s going to wear that Mickey Mouse Tie the kids picked out?  While the t-shirt covered in hand prints is great for framing and hanging on the wall, will it ever get worn outside of mowing the lawn?   

I am not saying that we shouldn’t let small kids pick out thoughtful gifts for dad or create neat crafts for daddy, but I am saying we should sweeten the deal with something we know he’ll use.   

Some things dad may actually use are: 

For the Dad who likes to cook:  A barbeque gift set, complete with grill brush, a barbeque spatula and fork, a Dad Apron (that you can even put the kids handprints on).  For the basket, you can consider presenting these gifts in a cooler that will hold ice and the beverage of his choice.   

For the Dad who cares about his appearance:  Purchase a spa gift basket especially for him.  You can purchase a pre-made gift basket online and add with a few relaxing bath products and add a can of his favorite shaving cream and razors.  Or, you can put it together yourself, choosing a basket with a masculine design, such as a mini toolbox, or small metal bucket.   

For the Dad who likes to build things create a unique gift basket full of nails, screws, and other common carpentry items that he frequently purchases.  You an add an extra charging unit for his tool set, or a new tool belt with his name on it.   

So this year when you are looking for a fun Father’s day gift basket, try to get him something in line with items he regularly uses.  You can still add  personal items from the kids, but dad will feel much more honored and appreciated if you get him something that shows you took time and thought about it.


by: My Gift Baskets Mart

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