Why Father’s Day is Special For All

By Austin Cowan
Assistant Web Content Director

Father’s Day is a time when people celebrate the men who serve as one of the most important roles. Do not let this Father’s Day pass on by without celebration or at least saying a simple thank you.

Some people may disagree with me, but I know that everyone needs a father in their life. As a guy who had his Father pass away when I was two years old, I know that I missed out on a lot of those common life experiences. However, I was fortunate enough to have a great stepfather enter my life when I was ten. My stepfather is the man I call Dad because he was the one who taught me how to play football and treat a women with respect. I know how to love a women now because I have watched my stepfather love my mother for years now. I call my step father on Father’s Day, because he fulfills the role as Dad in my life. My point is that if someone has a Father absent from their life then call up the person who fulfills this role for them. This person can either be a grandfather, uncle, family friend or even your mother. I love my Father who is deceased now but I love my stepfather as well. Go love your Father because you need him not then you know.

Make this Father’s Day memorable by throwing a party. A party will make your Father feel special while everyone everyone has a great time. Here is a list of activities you can do for this special holiday:

• Fire up the grill and barbeque your favorite type of meat.
• Eat lots of food.
• Make your house look like a giant man cave.
• Play sports on the television all day long.
• Eat more food.
• Go beer tasting
• Take the party on the road and travel.
• Play sports on the television all day long.
• And lastly, eat some more food.

Whatever a person’s relationship between them and their old man is their own business. However, life is better when a child has a good connection with their father. Find your father and/or the man who holds this role in your life and let them know how much they mean to you. Not only will showing your Father love make him feel special but you as well. Father’s Day is truly healthy for everyone.

Featured image via Austin Cowan.