Father's Day - June 15, 2008

Ahh! Another Father's Day is almost here upon us. That wonderful season when we take the time to honor good 'ole dad for his selfless labors, for all his hard work and dedication, and for not killing me when I ran over a parking garage cement barrier in the '66 Mustang convertible he was restoring and just had custom painted and then not telling him when I got home but trying to hide it until he "accidentally" found out for himself and then wondered how it got there......or was that just me?

Actually, I'm still surprised that he let me drive that car at all. But, now that I am a parent too, I do truly appreciate the sentiment: "Well, at least you didn't get hurt."

Anyways...how we as Americans celebrate Father's Day hasn't changed much over the 100-or-so years since wonderful Mrs. Dodd. Children used to prepare special meals and desserts as a treat for dad on Father's Day. If they happened to live apart, children would make an effort to visit.

Although time spent together makes the greatest gift of all, we here at M.R. Designs & Gifts are pleased to be able to assist in sending that "just right" sentiment across the miles, to father's all over the globe, when that special visit is just not possible.

Whether your pop is health-conscious, a sports nut, the executive type, would rather be golfing, or feels at home creating a gourmet meal, please call on us to help in any way we can. Don't know what to send this year? Let's talk about it! And...to you faithful blog readers out there...mention this blog when you call to place your Father's Day gift order and receive 15% off the regular retail of your entire order.

And remember, no need to limit Father's Day to your biological dad. Do something nice for all the father figures in your life, whether grandfathers, stepfathers, uncles or godfathers!

Happy Father's Day!!

P.S. Did you know that the red or white rose is the official flower of Father's Day?