Sit back, put your feet up, and let your mouse do the walking this
Father’s Day.
The Creative Gift
Encourage the kids to show Dad how they care with a handcrafted gift.
About.com’s
Crafts for Kids site features an extensive compilation of links and
ideas for homemade Father’s Day gifts.
Assemble a gift basket your man is sure to love. Is he a grillmaster?
Treat him to a new apron, and stuff the pockets with marinades and new
barbecue gear. Or, for the fisherman in your life, fill a tackle box
with hooks, lines, bobbers, and powerbait. If you’re putting together a
package for your husband, consider throwing in a coupon or two for a
hassle-free fishing excursion. Or time away for golfing. Think about
Dad’s favorite pastime, and brainstorm ways you can help him spend more
time doing what he loves.
The Sentimental Gift
Take that same tacklebox and fill it with your favorite memories. Write
each memory on a piece of paper, cut out in the shape of a fish (this is
something the kids can help with, too). Decorate each fish to relate to
the message inside. Giant coffee cups and antique glass or wooden
containers also make ideal “memory jars.”
The Gift for Two
How about a gift certificate for dinner for two at your favorite
restaurant? You can even make the reservations and book the babysitter.
If you live near a large city, check out
CuisineNet's descriptions and
reviews. Citysearch.com features
national and international reviews.
Gift.certificates.com also features gift certificates for the best
restaurants across the United States.
The Culinary Gift
An old-fashioned popcorn popper, a beer and pretzel set, or an ice cream
maker are perfect for dads who like to cook, and for those who just like
to eat. From
cooking.com
Gifts for the Dad who has everything
The Sharper Image features all kinds of neat gadgets for the dad who
doesn't want for much. Check out the quiet power tie rack, the Ionic
Breeze car air purifier, or the Personal Cooling System. You have to see
this one to believe it. It’s an evaporative cooling device that you wear
around your neck. Aluminum plates, placed against the neck, are said to
keep you cool all over.
The Long-Distance Gift
I was surprised to find that
1-800-flowers.com offers so much more than flowers. Check out the
site's display of gift sets, such as the Father's Day potted cypress
tree, gourmet foods, pen sets, and a number of golf theme gifts. Perfect
for letting Dad you’re thinking about him, even when you’re far away.
Gift certificates are also ideal ways to share smiles across the miles.
GiftCertificates.com features its own Father’s Day gift finder this
time of year, with offers categorized into descriptive headings. Find
what you need for everyone from “Barbecue Dad” to “Nature Lover Dad.”