moodyskydiver 0 #1 June 16, 2003 Ok, my Dad and I have never had the relationship that I have with my mom.We bicker alot b/c we're so different but I know we love each other.I feel like a total shit for not telling him that as often as I should or as often as he deserves. Well I went on the search for The Perfect Father's Day Gift. Oy! What a mess! (Why are guys so hard to shop for?)Well after looking high and low I finally had an idea. I decided to get him a gift card to The B.A.S.S. Pro Shop/Outdoor World so he could just pick out his own stuff.(I don't know jack about fishing stuff and thats what my Dad loves.) This store is his mecca of fishing/camping/boating/hunting etc etc etc.I think my mom is gonna have to drag him outta the store kicking and screaming b/c he won't want to leave. I couldn't order one online b/c it wouldn't have arrived on time and my Dad checks the mail 90% of the time.The store is 80+ miles (one way) from my house but it is for my Dad after all right?Today was the only chance I had to pull it off though. So I spent most of my day in crappy Dallas traffic and let me tell ya, I'm the first one to admit my driving isnt the best in the world.So it was an adventure to say the least. So after spending more than 1/2 my day driving and alot more $ than I can reasonably afford,I finally got home to see my Dad. Watching him get all choked up and telling me I didn't have to go to all this trouble was well worth every bit of it. Sry,I know this is no relevance to anyone but I just wanted to share. I hope all the dads out there had a wonderful Father's Day. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aero04 0 #2 June 16, 2003 Yes, how cool was that?? Seeing the look on your dads face must have made every mile of that trip worth it. Happy for ya. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,587 #3 June 16, 2003 Speaking as a parent, you did good. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #4 June 16, 2003 QuoteOk, my Dad and I have never had the relationship that I have with my mom.We bicker alot b/c we're so different but I know we love each other.I feel like a total shit for not telling him that as often as I should or as often as he deserves. He's your dad...he knows even if you don't tell him.QuoteSo I spent most of my day in crappy Dallas traffic and let me tell ya, I'm the first one to admit my driving isnt the best in the world. No kidding. How many tries did that trip take before the right road was found? QuoteWatching him get all choked up and telling me I didn't have to go to all this trouble was well worth every bit of it. Isn't Father's Day great? You give him a gift and you get the gift of a precious memory in return.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #5 June 16, 2003 You brought out what was always inside him by showing your effort. A frustrated Dad is a person that is angry with himself for not knowing how to be a "perfect Father". My Daughters visited today, made me Flaun & baked a cake (the e-mail card the night before, broke me down & gave me tears of love). I always question if I'm good enough/deserving to be blessed with my children. "...but, I keep on tryin' "_______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #6 June 16, 2003 i'm such a lame son... i just bought my dad a card...Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #7 June 16, 2003 QuoteNo kidding. How many tries did that trip take before the right road was found? (evil on a stick! tee hee!) "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #8 June 16, 2003 Quote(evil on a stick! tee hee!) Why yes, yes you are. Now, about that stick...Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #9 June 16, 2003 You are the POOP!!! I have had someone in my life lately that makes me get choked up now and again. It's amazing. Thank you for being so sweet!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #10 June 16, 2003 QuoteYou are the POOP!!! I have had someone in my life lately that makes me get choked up now and again. It's amazing. Thank you for being so sweet!!! nah don't get the wrong idea..I'm not all that sweet. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowbird 0 #11 June 16, 2003 Never miss a chance to let your dad or mom know how much you love them. That was a very cool thing to do, Amber. Love you daddy, and miss you. Happy daddy's day. Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea. -Robert A. Heinlein Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
