What to write in a Father's Day Card
Because sometimes saying how you feel can be hard:
by Kat Kuehl
You love your dad and never run out of things to say to him, but for
some reason, figuring out what to write in a Father's Day card leaves
you a little clueless.
I get it - nothing makes me realize how bad I am at expressing myself
quite like Father's Day. I always start with great intentions for
crafting the perfect card message. You know, something that says, "Dad,
thanks for basically being the best guy on the planet, for teaching me
everything I know, for putting up with me even when you probably don't
feel like it, for always being there when I've managed to mess
everything up, for pretending to be interested in everything I have to
say, and for being a constant reminder that not all men are jerk wads.
"What do I normally end up writing? "Happy Father's Day, Dad!"
Pulling
together the perfect card inscription can be tough. I want something
that demonstrates how much I appreciate him. But, I also don't want him
to burst out sobbing after he reads it. Seriously, I just can't handle
that. So, there's a fine line that needs to be walked here. How do you
strike that perfect balance and write a note that's sweet, sentimental,
genuine, and a little bit funny? This Father's Day, try out some of the
suggestions below. Your dad will love them, and you'll cement your spot
as his favourite child... if you haven't already.
Recall a memory from your childhood
Not only do dads love being reminded about how they shaped you into
the person you are today, but they also love reminiscing on a time when
they were 20 pounds lighter and had a lot more hair. If you're stuck on
what to say in your card, share one of your favourite memories from
childhood. Your dad will love thinking back on your younger years. Plus,
knowing that you still remember a treasured memory will make him feel
like father of the year!
Do a 'top 10' list
Who doesn't love a good list? There's no policy saying that your card
message needs to be a perfectly structured essay. So, break from
tradition and write your dad a 'top 10' list. Use anything from 'Top 10
Things I Love About You' to 'Top 10 Phrases Dad Uses While Watching
Cricket on TV.' He'll be completely awestruck by your creativity. You
can thank me later.
Write a poem
If you're feeling ready to flex your creative muscles, why not pull
together a poem for your dear old d-a-d? You don't need to author
something that's Shakespeare or Silverstein quality, so don't be
intimidated. Your dad will just appreciate that you took the time to
come up with something unique. Plus, a ton of things rhyme with 'dad',
so you're off to a good start.
Pick your favourite thing about your dad
When your dad is so amazing, it can be tough to pick the one thing
you love most about him. But, selecting just one thing can help to
narrow your focus, making the task of crafting your card message much
less overwhelming. Maybe you love how funny your dad is, or that he's so
easy to talk to. Or, perhaps he makes the best pancakes. Whatever it is,
pick one thing, and build your entire note around it.
Make your own card
Remember all of those adorable, handmade gifts and cards you'd make
in your younger years? Those don't need to stop just because you've
moved past finger paints. If you're still stuck on what to scribble
inside your card, divert some of your dad's focus by making his card
yourself. He'll love that you took the time to put together something
handmade, no matter how it turns out. Maybe you won't get a job at
Hallmark. But, it's the thought that counts, right?
Figuring out what to put in your Father's Day card can be tricky,
especially if your dad's not the "let's hug it out and talk about our
feelings" kind of guy. This year, whip out some of these suggestions,
and your dad is sure to be even more impressed with you... if that's
even possible.
(This article was originally published in Bustle)
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