| Nobody has influenced your life quite like your Father, | | | | video for Dad to watch again and again. If you don't |
| Stepfather, Uncle or beloved father figure. And for | | | | have a camera, just write them down, and send Dad |
| one day this year, you're probably going to join | | | | a hand-written letter. |
| millions of other Americans in celebrating everything | | | | Take Care Of Chores |
| your Father means to you. But as Father's Day | | | | Most Dads work hard and don't ask for much in |
| approaches, you may be struggling to find the | | | | return. Whether it's working in the yard, around the |
| perfect way to surprise him while staying within this | | | | house, on the car, or on the road, Dads usually do |
| year's tight budget. | | | | whatever they feel is necessary for their families to |
| Just because you're being conscious of your spending | | | | live the lives they deserve. This Father's Day, |
| doesn't mean Father's Day has to feel frugal. Keep in | | | | consider giving Dad a much needed break by tending |
| mind that this is Dad's special day-anything can make | | | | to all the extra jobs he takes on to make you and |
| the perfect gift, as long as the sentiment is right. | | | | your family's lives cleaner and easier. |
| With that in mind, consider these inexpensive gifts | | | | Dad will be sure to appreciate being able to put up his |
| ideas just for Dad. | | | | feet and enjoy a relaxing afternoon, or spend some |
| Record A Video | | | | time outside playing his favorite sport while you tend |
| Dads like to know how you feel, just as much as | | | | to the yard or the car. Lawn mowing, hedge |
| Moms do! And sometimes Dads don't hear often | | | | trimming, fence painting, gardening, and car washing |
| enough how much they are cherished. A creative, | | | | are all excellent places to start. If possible, make the |
| heartfelt gift for Dad can be inexpensive (even free) | | | | housework a family affair, and involve Mom and |
| and mean more to him than a more costly material | | | | siblings too. It's a practical, easy, and very |
| item. And believe it or not, he'll probably treasure | | | | inexpensive gift that will not only show Dad your |
| your sentiments much more than that new tie you | | | | appreciation, but provide him with a nice change of |
| were considering. | | | | pace. |
| Before the holiday, set aside some time to be alone, | | | | Make Time |
| or meet with siblings or Mom. Reminisce about Dad | | | | There are many great gifts for Dad that can't be |
| and all the ways he's impacted you throughout your | | | | purchased or even wrapped. A sentimental video, a |
| life. Take the opportunity to be nostalgic. Make a list | | | | day at the lake and a day off from chores are just |
| of your best family memories, all the lessons Dad has | | | | the beginning. These ideas can be free or easy on |
| taught you, or all the opportunities he's provided for | | | | your wallet, and really only require one major |
| you. Then, if you have a camera available to use or | | | | investment: time. |
| borrow, pour out these thoughts and feelings on | | | | |