Origin of Father-In-Law
Day: Like it's counterpart ...Mother-In-Law Day....Father-In-Law Day was also
created by the card companies, most likely the E-card companies.
Make
him feel special: Father-In-Law
Day honors that loving, funny, and cheerful old man. Regardless of his personality
and charms, this day is dedicated to your spouse's Dad who certainly deserves
recognition. Your father-in-law has been your encourager, mentor, and champion.
Its that special day for the special man, and an wonderful opportunity to make
him feel the same. There are endless
ways to celebrate this day-send him a card, spend a little time with him, or give
him his favorite snack. Although probably you must have thought of buying some
precious gift there are many other things you can do to make it a special for
your old man. You can send a special
letter of gratitude or an e-card to your father-in-law for welcoming you into
his family and supporting you through the years. Gifts are a part of the Day.
Finding a gift is quite simple; just think of all the activities the old man enjoys,
then surprise him by planning a full day together. While the gift will show your
appreciation, it's the time spent together that is to be cherished.
Go
Fishing: Fishing is a good time to revive old memories. It will give you time
to spend some time together.So go out and get a boat, buy a hook, line, sinker
and tug along your father for a great fishing experience.
Go
Golfing:
Whether your dad-in-law is a real golf pro or not, take him out for
a day to a golf club and challenge him. The idea is to get him involved intensely.
Serve Breakfast in Bed:
Probably
your dad likes to take breakfast in bed. Show him your culinary art and prepare
his favorite breakfast with the morning newspaper with some of his favorite music
or TV show.
Sign up hobby class:
For years he has been thinking to join some hobby class perhaps to learn piano
or lawn tennis or learn golf. Sign him up for the classes and remember to check
his work schedule before you sign him up.
Donation: If your father-in-law is not alive you can make donations in his name. You
can donate money, clothes, toys, food etc.
Watch
TV: Rent some of your dad-in law's favorite sitcom or movies, prepare popcorns
or hotdogs and watch them together.
Dinner:
Take him out to dinner to his favorite restaurant and have some nice time together.
Flower Arrangement:
Can you
imagine a world without color? No deep blue sky, emerald green grass or crimson
red sunsets? It would be a dull, emotionless environment. With flowers, there's
always plenty of color to go around. In fact, flowers are among the most colorful
gifts that you can give. Ask your florist to create an imaginative arrangement
featuring contrasting color schemes. And instead of the everyday crystal or glass
vase, request a colorful ceramic container of some sort.So
the list is endless.There are lots of celebration ideas to make Father-in-law
Day a special day for the old gentleman. So what are you waiting for-get moving! After
all, our loved ones need more of our presence than our presents!