Sick of giving dad a tie? Here are seven gifts any dad would love.
Tickets To a Game or Event
Every dad would love two tickets to a baseball game, wrestling event, or golf tournament. One ticket is for you to accompany him, of course, making it a personal memory for each of you.
Yard Equipment or Power Tools
A perennial favorite—Dads appreciate yard equipment and power tools. Have a Dad that has it all? Purchase a chiminea, or outdoor fire pit, perfect for a relaxing summer evening and roasting marshmallows with grandchildren. Lawn furniture, outdoor lighting, a new hose and/or sprinkler system, or an outdoor swing are also wildly popular. Don’t know what he needs? Buy him a gift card to Lowe’s or Home Depot.
Sporting Gear
Have a dad who likes to stay home and watch the game? Maybe it’s time to update his team wardrobe. Buy dad a new team hat, shirt, pajamas, or other memorabilia. Check out MLB.com for more ideas.
New Wallet
Often overlooked, dads use wallets, often until they wear thin. Buy dad a new wallet, but choose wisely. Examine his old wallet first for his personal style. Does he prefer brown or black? Cloth, leather, or animal skin? A thinner bi-fold, thicker tri-fold, or zippered? Does he carry many credit cards? Does he use an identification window for his ID? Does he need a coin compartment? Does he carry photos? Once you’ve done your homework, shopping online is the easiest way to purchase the perfect wallet. Some types of wallets, such as zippered, are difficult to find in stores but easily found online. Check out Amazon.com for many options
Upgrade His Technology
If you have a medium-tech dad, consider upgrading his technology. Buy him a new cell phone, MP3 player, digital camera, external hard drive, computer software, or even TiVo.
If you have a low-tech dad, start small. Purchase a cell phone with minimal features until he adjusts. He may feel more in control with a prepaid phone that stops working when the minutes run out. Or, purchase a MP3 player with easy-to-use features.
Personal Training in Technology
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but some old dogs would love to learn. Dads love technology, but they are embarrassed to ask for help when they cannot figure out how to use it properly. Think your dad knows everything? You’d be surprised how much information he’s missing trying to learn it on his own. Don’t just buy dad an MP3 player; download an assortment of his favorite music for him. Then offer to show him how to add more. Don’t simply present him with a new cell phone; demonstrate the features and set up speed dialing to you and other family members. Teach Dad how to really use his computer: how to instant message, how to sign up for free email, how to subscribe to a RSS feed. Passing on your expertise from a younger, technologically savvy generation is one of the best gifts you can give.
Time
Many dads would simply appreciate your time in joining him with something he loves. Invite him to fish, play golf, build a model, or to a Father’s Day cookout. Show him you care this Father's Day through activity, not only a gift. Men communicate most of their love through action, not words. This Father's Day, give dad what he really wants: you, plain and simple.
