Father’s Day 2018: 5 Simple Things to Do for Your Dad This Father’s Day

Father's Day will be celebrated this year on 17th June. The day is celebrated to honour and celebrate fatherhood. Contrary to popular belief, fatherhood isn't always easy. Even in a predominately male-favoring society, a father is always meant to abide by certain roles. He has to be the strong, stern figure, who is over-protective of his children, preventing them from making the slightest mistake. This Father's Day, try to get to know the warmer, sweeter father hiding inside the responsible old man. How? We got you covered. These five simple tips can help you discover those stories about your father that you never knew of before, and make this Father's Day a truly memorable.

Converse with Dad

"How are you Dad?" We never tend to ask him this question. This Father's Day, start a conversation friendly conversation with Dad and listen to him sincerely as he speaks. A simple effort of giving him a chance to speak his heart out can be one of the best gifts for Dad. Your time is the most inexpensive yet meaningful gift you can give him.

Take Him Shopping

From your first pair of shoes to the first mobile phone, he has got you everything. He has been managing his budgets according to your needs, since forever. It is time you save some bucks and take him out for a shopping trip. Make sure you be a good shopping assistant and help him buy only the best things for himself.

Road Trip

Going on a road trip with Dad will require a little more effort, money and time than any other gift, but it is surely going to be worth it. You don't really need to plan a long vacation. You can just select a place nearby, like the closest hill station or beach and drive him there. Play the best music, have good long conversations, click pictures and make the most of this road trip with Dad making this Father's Day a memorable one.

Call His Friends For Dinner

Try planning a surprise party for the man who has always planned the best birthday parties for you. Call your father's closest friends and raise a toast to them. Be a part of the gathering, sit and chat with them and try to get to know your father's friends. Your Dad has always been inquisitive about your circle, it is time you get to know his pals; be a good host and give his friends a good house-party.

Dinner Date With Dad 

Plan a surprise dinner with Dad on Father's Day. Take him to his favorite restaurant or a new place where you generally go with your friends. You can ask you siblings to join. Make sure you order his favourites and give him a wonderful evening.

With these absolutely simple tips, you can get a little closer to your father and also dedicate to him a day that he won't forget. To be a Dad isn't easy, balancing between being the tough guy and the loving father is harder than you know. And as they say, one only understands it after becoming a parent themselves.

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