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The History of Father’s Day

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In the United States, Father’s Day is celebrated in June. Many of us are aware of the sales that take place around that time, with discounts on gift items that will appeal to dads. What many people are unaware of is the history of Father’s Day. Here is the story behind Father’s Day, and some father related statistics to go along with it. The very first Father’s Day was celebrated in the United States on July 5, 1908. It was celebrated at a West Virginia church with a sermon that was in memory of 362 men who died in explosions … Continue reading →

Dad’s Day Done Right

Once Father’s Day 2012 is history you can relive the fun and excitement by crafting a memory book featuring Dad’s gifts and photos taken during the celebrations. If you haven’t already gotten Dad a present, you could make him this scrapbook-worthy gift that can be easily displayed on a fantastic layout: SILHOUETTE Materials: Photo of your child’s profile Scissors Black construction paper Pencil Card stock Glue Directions: Cut-out any part of the photo that does not include your child’s face. You will be left with an outline. Place the photo on a piece of black construction paper and have your … Continue reading →

Grandparents’ Day

Grandparents’ Day is this weekend. I have some memories of this holiday, largely associated with my elementary school years. I remember that each year, the school would have a special lunch on Grandparents’ Day and we could each invite our grandparents to attend. Before the lunch, there were musical performances by each classroom and before Grandparents’ Day we would make special cards or pictures during art class to present to our grandparents. I remember that one or both of my grandmothers would attend the celebration each year. I am sure that much has changed since I was in elementary school. … Continue reading →

Embellishing Your Dad’s Day Scrapbook

My daughter zeroed in on the package of grill-themed scrapbook stickers like a heat-seeking missile during our trip to the mall yesterday. Ordinarily, I would have passed on the non-sale item, but since all the men in our family love them some BBQ, I decided to splurge on the 3D adhesives, so we could add it to the Father’s Day scrapbook we’re just about done crafting. In addition to the slew of photos and various embellishments, including stickers, stamps and die cuts, we need to insert a few quotes and inspirational poems to round out the album. If you are … Continue reading →

National Step Family Day is September 16th

It’s just over a week away, National Step Family day is celebrated in the United States on September 16th. It is a day to honor and celebrate the step family and blended families all over and the step mothers and fathers who become parents to every child in the family. It a day to celebrate, remember and commemorate and reiterate how much your blended or step family means to you. Not only is it recommended that you celebrate this day, it is important to celebrate your step family or blended family as a whole. With step families and blended families … Continue reading →

A Single Mom Looks at Father’s Day

In all honesty, I have some ambivalence about Father’s Day. While I definitely still remind my kids that it is coming up, they are old enough now that I have stepped out of the loop when it comes to being overly assertive in trying to help them do something for their dad. In fact, I pretty much leave it up to them other than mentioning that the day is impending. There are some great fathers out there. I have heard tales and I know there are plenty of people on this site who are constantly commenting about having the most … Continue reading →

Treat Dad on Father’s Day

Father’s Day is the perfect time to surprise Dad with a special treat. What better way to make Dad happy then to fill his tummy with great food. Some of these specials can be used after Father’s Day as well. Start out Father’s Day with a free breakfast from McDonalds. They will be giving away free breakfasts to each Dad that is accompanied by a child on Father’s Day morning. TGI Fridays will be giving away free beer battered onion rings with the purchase of an entree, to visitors on Father’s Day. If you are lucky enough to have a … Continue reading →

National Dog Day: Got $5 Bucks?

I’d heard of Take Your Dog to Work Day but I had not heard of National Dog Day. I came across it on one of the lists I check periodically to find pet and/or animal celebration days to write about. Well, the reason I had never heard about it before is because it’s relatively new. If I lived in California, specifically near Malibu, I might have heard about it sooner. National Dog Day events are taking over Calamigos Ranch in Malibu today with activities like Most Beautiful Male and Female, a “Little Dog” Model Search for dogs 25 pounds and … Continue reading →

Happy Father’s Day to the Pet Dads Out There!

“Papa Wayne” with two of our kids, Murphy and Tabby. You know who you are. Maybe you have human children too. Maybe you don’t. Maybe you’re dad to a dog, a cat, an iguana, or a snake. It doesn’t matter what kind of pet you have, the fact remains that you provide for it, care for it, and love it. And your pets love you too, you Pet Papas out there. Dogs appreciate the walks –or maybe the evening or morning runs if you are an exercise-with-your-dog kind of dad. They appreciate that you mow the grass so they have … Continue reading →

The Celebration of Father’s Day

It’s evening on Father’s Day here and I hope you have had a wonderful one. I hope your family came together and you shared a day where love and laughter permeated the household. I hope your refrigerator is decorated in homemade cards and there are plenty of reasons to be thankful for having home, hearth and family around you. Special Opportunities Holidays are fantastic opportunities to emphasize the emotional connections we have with each other. It’s a great time to pass on family values and traditions. For those of us who grew up in homes without fathers, it’s a time … Continue reading →