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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!

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[–] TeaHands@lemmy.world 16 points 2 years ago (6 children)
[–] Ni@kbin.social 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I'm with you here, I have a very complicated guilt filled relationship with my dad and often this time of year causes issues. I always think it's nice to focus on the positive father figures or even mentors in your life and reach out to show appreciation and know none of this is on you!

[–] TeaHands@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Eh it's been 11 years since he went off the rails so I'm pretty much over it. Sucks around his bday but on weekends like this I'm mostly just happy to not have to spend time and money on an awkward meal out like most people I know. Gonna lounge in pyjamas instead and nobody can even make me feel bad for it lol.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Honestly I admire you so much for this. I am feeling the guilt to go have to spend time with my dad over spending time with my partner (who is an amazing dad). As you say it's always awkward and toxic but still the guilt remains. Great that are prioritising yourself, have a wonderful weekend!

[–] TeaHands@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Well I hope that whatever you do, it's as bearable as possible and you get to come home to your awesome partner asap. I don't know your situation so can't comment any further on that, just remember your feelings in all of this matter too.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago

Thank you, yours to. Hope you have a lovely weekend!

[–] gramo@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago (3 children)

same here, I haven't heard from him in 8 years, not sure if he's still alive

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[–] FlayOtters@lemmy.world 8 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Bought a part to fix his car door window mechanism and told him I'll fix it. I don't really know a thing about fixing cars so he'll probably be losing a window.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Hah! I hope not, and wish you luck fixing the door. It's a very thoughtful idea, I think we couild all use a few less chores and jobs to sort out!

[–] Joe@kbin.social 8 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I got him a bag of coffee. Unfortunately I then discovered another bag of coffee I got him for the last occasion that I forgot to give him

So a trip to John Lewis later and he's got a rice cooker. Luckily my sister isn't in the city so as long as I see him I win by default

[–] TeaHands@lemmy.world 6 points 2 years ago

It doesn't always have to be a competition you know!

(says the oldest grandchild, whose grandmother has drunkenly confirmed that means she'll always automatically be the favourite 🕶 )

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Hah win by default, well congratulations on thay. Also rice cookers are amazing, we use ours way more than we thought we would.

[–] Hossenfeffer@feddit.uk 6 points 2 years ago (1 children)

My dad died last year so nothing. But… I didn’t ever get him anything. He was of the opinion that he had a birthday and that was enough and that Father’s Day was just an excuse to sell cards.

Personally, I like receiving gifts and my kids are still kids so they get excited by proxy. I like single malt whisky so there’s always that (though obviously their mum has to get involved).

And I like to cook (come and check out https://feddit.uk/c/cooking_with_fire if you’re into barbecue of any sort!) So there’s always some little gadget or ingredient (hot sauce or something). They can get me.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I'm sorry for you loss!

My partner is the same, likes getting things from our kid. It's very cute seeing father's day from their perspective. My partner is very into bbqing (although it always brings on rain) so thanks for your suggestion.

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[–] Jon-H558@kbin.social 5 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Socks....but he actually asked

[–] Chewbecky@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Yep my dad always asks for socks and liquorice allsorts. Every damn year, for birthday too.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

He obviously knows what he wants! You can get sock subscriptions, maybe find one with fancy patterns

[–] agreyworld@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)
[–] sideone@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)
[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Socks are awesome and you've got to think he knows what he wants! You can get fancy sock subscriptions now

[–] Rain3h@feddit.uk 5 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

I get my dad every year what he always wanted.

A life without me in it.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 5 points 2 years ago

Sorry to hear that, it can be a very complicated time to year. Best to be extra kind to yourself!

[–] Skellybones@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago

You guys got dads? Damn your Lucky

[–] wildeaboutoskar@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I usually get a bottle of whatever spirit he's low on. Slightly ironic in that he has almost every spirit but the personal kind.

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[–] jamesravey@lemmy.nopro.be 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Was chatting to a friend of mine last night who bought his dad a set of canvas prints of family pets over the years which is remarkably thoughtful and made me feel a bit shit about getting mine a moonpig card and a bottle of rum.

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[–] Izzent@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

A nice and comfy ⛵ t-shirt

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Sounds lovely!

[–] Speckle@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Luckily there's a lot of Mandalorian merch out there and my dad is really into that. Pretty easy this year!

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Nice! Always great when the gift options are so clear

[–] EmergingDystopia@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I love your caveat. My relationship with my dad is very complex, and it brings me so much anxiety to go through father's day every year. Same for mother's day, but father's day is upcoming so it's more pressing for me right now.

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[–] llIIIlIlIIIIlIIl@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

My other half and kid got me a Father's Day card and gift (whoopee cushion) last week. Their mistake; I expect another this week!

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Hah! I'm sure your kid will love having a second father's day - you might have to re-remind them!

[–] chaosppe@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

A bunch of unique hot sauces. Last time I saw him he seemed to be experimenting and enjoying different ones, assumed I should... spice it up, rather than the usual chocolates.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

That is a great idea, really different from the usual stuff. Maybe you can have a taste and compare on Sunday

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[–] dropmiddleleaves@feddit.uk 3 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Nothing… he’s getting a card which is all I can afford 🤣

[–] Bunjog@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago

I'm with you - card only gang all the way.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

That's more than enough, no one should be stressing themselves financially for father's day!

[–] Eavolution@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)
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[–] LChitman@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

A red wine which is hopefully decent. I had to text and ask him though as I never really know what he would want, and I know he doesn't care much about the holiday. I've not been the best in terms of making the effort to see him lately so popping round for a bit of lunch today to drop it off.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

It's difficult to find time in modern life, everything is so busy and rushed. I'm sure he'll love the wine and the visit!

[–] juniper@feddit.uk 2 points 2 years ago (9 children)

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.

[–] TediousParrot@feddit.uk 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

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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[–] tox_solid@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I never knew my dad, so I'm off the hook for buying a gift. I have 2 small children of my own tho, so I'll be spending the day with those little shits before I have some tattoo work done. That is my gift to myself.

[–] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago

Sounds like the best day, seeing father's day through your kids eyes is something else. Is the tattoo something complicated?

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