What has everyone got for their dad’s, who are usually particularly hard to buy for?

Also, to add a caveat, totally fine to have a complicated relationship with your dad. If this is the case, please be kind to yourself and ignore this post!

  • juniper@feddit.uk
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    1 year ago

    I didn’t get my dad a gift, just popped a card in the post. Now I’m thinking maybe I’m a crap daughter and I’ll ruminate on that for a while.

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      1 year ago

      I’m popping out to get a card this morning, and a stamp, and I’ll have to sign it and post it before last post so it stands a chance of getting there only a little late.

      Dad knows I am there for him when the shit hits the fan. He’s visiting my sister tomorrow.

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        1 year ago

        Sounds great, I bought all my cards last min yesterday… All thay really matters is knowing you’ll be there for him

    • parsifal@lemmy.sdf.org
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      1 year ago

      You could try using Punkpost if it’s available where you are. They’re beautiful and you can include photos and other goodies if you want.

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      1 year ago

      He’ll love the card and the thought. I’m only getting my dad a card, but my partner I’ve got a day out. If its playing on your mind maybe offer to take him out to a place he’d like.

      • juniper@feddit.uk
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        1 year ago

        Yes! To be fair he was going to come down for a visit (we’re 100 miles apart) but he wants to go to the track and watch motorbike racing instead. I’m just happy he’ll be doing what he enjoys. :)

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          1 year ago

          To be fair, that sounds absolutely amazing and great to get doing something together!

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            1 year ago

            I won’t be going with him lol, he’s 100 miles up north - where I’m originally from.

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              1 year ago

              Sorry I misread! At least you know he’s doing something he lives doing!

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        1 year ago

        I find dad’s particularly tricky to buy for! And you are right, they get harder to buy for as they get older. I’ve found myself leaning more on days out and experiences. Maybe a meal?