Father’s Day Picnic

Father’s Day, like Mother’s Day, is also fairly new holiday (also established in the 20^th Century) that was created to pay tribute to Fathers and male parenting. This special day was established to complement Mother’s Day, as both parent figures are important in any family and/or child’s life. The holiday wasn’t very popular as a serious commemoration at first, but it has grown to be regarded pretty highly in time.

My father and I have our moments—moments when we want to tear each other’s necks apart and moments when we’re grateful for each other. It’s hard to see a parent’s point of view when you yourself don’t have any children of your own, but it’s easy to appreciate those hard learned lessons as you grow older. Now, I look back to the early high school years and I cringe at the teenager that thought she was on top of the world with an infinite amount of wisdom in her back pocket. In that moment, it’s hard to be grateful to your parents for creating restrictions that throw you into “the depths of despair.” Five years later, I know you’ll be smiling because that “absurd curfew” made a difference in your present.

This year, don’t stress so much about what to buy your dad for Father’s Day. I’ve found that the gifts my dad holds most precious are the customized ones that show some thought and sincerity. One year, I got him a stainless steel coffee mug with a picture of him with us 7 girls at Disneyland and a fairytale quote he uses as his blessing for us every evening. It’s not hard to put a smile on their faces if you know their weakness .

So instead of going crazy trying to figure out how make you father’s day, plan a casual family picnic where even the little ones (if applicable) can contribute. That way, the younger children can feel like they’re party of the celebration as well. If your picnic will not be at home in the backyard, pack a yummy lunch, a baseball and some bats and park your basket on a bench at the park. Just spend time with the old man.

If you want to dress up the bench, score some Picnic Party Supplies that will make the snacking arena effortlessly party ready.