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submitted 1 year ago by Ni@kbin.social to c/ukcasual@lemmy.world

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 1 year ago
[-] Ni@kbin.social 3 points 1 year ago

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 2 points 1 year ago

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.

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[-] gramo@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

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

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[-] gorkx@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

@TeaHands isn't that the mom who does the sucking? :P

@Ni

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[-] FlayOtters@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago

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 1 year 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 1 year ago

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 1 year 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 1 year ago

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

[-] Jon-H558@kbin.social 5 points 1 year ago

Socks....but he actually asked

[-] agreyworld@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago
[-] sideone@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago
[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

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

[-] Chewbecky@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

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

[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

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

[-] wildeaboutoskar@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

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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[-] Rain3h@feddit.uk 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

I get my dad every year what he always wanted.

A life without me in it.

[-] Ni@kbin.social 4 points 1 year ago

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

[-] Izzent@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

A nice and comfy ⛵ t-shirt

[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

Sounds lovely!

[-] Huschke@kbin.social 4 points 1 year ago

Not everywhere in the world.

[-] Cinner@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Maybe this isn't the right thing to do considering this is casualuk, but because it's showing at the top of all, and many users are new and don't yet automatically look at the sub name, I want to put a small reminder:

Fathers day is on Sunday the 18th in America. Also the 19th is a federal holiday.

Carry on friends across the pond, just want to prevent fediverse newbies from panicking.

[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

Great service you are doing thanks! Hope we didn't cause too many people to panic!

[-] Ni@kbin.social 5 points 1 year ago

Nope, but it is in the UK. Always confusing to see reminders when it's actually for another place!

[-] Hossenfeffer@feddit.uk 4 points 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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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[-] chaosppe@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

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 1 year ago

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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[-] jamesravey@lemmy.nopro.be 3 points 1 year ago

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.

[-] sideone@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Rum is pretty awesome though

[-] Cevilia 3 points 1 year ago

I'm fortunate enough to have a good relationship with my dad. We see each other once a month, including later on today. I know he's not on the fediverse so I can openly say he's getting a couple of books from a series he's currently enjoying, and a box of biscuits. ;)

[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

That sounds truly wonderful and thoughtful. Hope you have a lovely weekend together!

[-] Eavolution@kbin.social 3 points 1 year ago
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[-] llIIIlIlIIIIlIIl@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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

[-] Skellybones@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

You guys got dads? Damn your Lucky

[-] dropmiddleleaves@feddit.uk 2 points 1 year ago

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

[-] Bunjog@kbin.social 3 points 1 year ago

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

[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

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

[-] gorkx@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

@Ni first a smack upside the head for getting sucked into a project without end. and then i'm at a store next just a beer. I'm partial to steelhead from siera and madriver brewing.

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[-] TheMightyBlu@feddit.uk 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

The man loves haggis, so I've managed to find haggis spiced chocolate. Not sure if it's a good idea but should get a laugh

[-] Ni@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

That is an amazing idea! Have you tried some already? I can't even imagine what that'll be like

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[-] juniper@feddit.uk 2 points 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.

[-] TediousParrot@feddit.uk 2 points 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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