If you “Google” Father’s Day 2021, the hits are never-ending, and they range from crazy gift ideas to sentimental poetry to DIY crafts. Chances are your dad buys the things he needs and splurges on the items he can’t live without.
The list of things to buy dad is endless, but what does dad really want? Time!
Dad can’t buy time, and he can’t buy memories with his loved ones. So, this year let’s skip the store-bought gift and wrap up a little time and memories for dad.
- Plan a family workout that ends with a healthy meal planned and prepared together.
- Host a lawn game tournament where the winner gets an extra 1 hour alone with pops!
- Dad’s music taste might not match yours, but it’s all fun if you sing along karaoke-style.
- Men enjoy being pampered, so share your face masks, nail files, and foot soaks.
- Work comes too quickly, so plan a short overnight get-away.
- Does dad have a favorite hobby? Let him choose and be sure to take photos along the way.
- If your father loves fast cars, consider renting his dream car and cruising with the top down!
There are a thousand ways to spend time with your dad; just find something that’ll fill his heart with joy and both of you with memories you’ll never forget. One last thing, Shutterfly.com makes beautiful photo albums for all those pics you take!
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Megan Jones joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as marketing director. Megan and her husband live in Fredericksburg, VA with their German Short Haired Pointer, Gus. Megan is a graduate of Longwood University and holds a degree in communications. Megan is the oldest of Dave Lopez’s three children and not only enjoys working alongside her father, but also with her cousin, Chase, who joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as an advisor. Megan is also a fully licensed Life, Health, and Annuity agent. When not at work, Megan enjoys sitting on the back porch with family and friends enjoying food and music.
Amy Anderson joined the ILG Financial team in 2023 as the client relations coordinator. Her responsibilities include scheduling of appointments, annual check-up notifications, and annuity and required minimum distribution assistance. She is a graduate of Harding University with a degree in Computer Information Systems. Amy and her husband have two children and she enjoys reading, crocheting, music and spending time with her family.
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