Im 16. Hes turning 40 and hes very strict and we arent close but in this last 2 weeks we were in really bad terms. Should i get him a gift? If you think the answer is yes put some sugestions pleaseee.
2006-07-30 13:00:43 · 19 answers · asked by Rebel 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Hes a businessman , workaholic, never has time , works alot.
2006-07-30 13:08:44 · update #1
Get him something for leisure like fishing gear or utensils for the BBQ grill.
2006-07-30 13:04:27 · answer #1 · answered by Ray 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get him a gift or at least a card.
Maybe a nice book if you know what he likes to read. Or offer to do extra chores for him or something like that.
Chances are you aren't his problem. Other things somewhere are. You don't think of yourself as a child, but you are his child and you can take the lead in making things better between the two of you.
Maybe he's just not liking getting older very much. Well, I turned 65 a few months ago, and I would cheerfully go back to age 40 if I could, but I can't so I like being alive and 65.
Good luck and remember--you do love him, even if he isn't always that lovable.
2006-08-07 10:04:34 · answer #2 · answered by Warren D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Me and my family never knew what to get my dad, and so i never really bought him anything and everytime my sister buys him something he doesn't like it. And its hard to make my dad smile and see him laugh or be happy. So one christmas i went to visit, and i brought him a present, when he opened it in front of everyone, he was like, " wow i always wanted one of these but i never had any money to buy it, thank you. " And my sisters and brothers and mom were all shock and i really was too, i almost cry because he actually liked it. And i was the one who put a smile on his face.The weirdest part, it was just a shark vaccum, that light weight little one. I really love my dad, and i feel that out of everyone, he loves me the most, and i have 9 brothers and sisters. So you should get your dad something unexpected. Ask your mom what he's been wanting. Oh yeah my dad also works alot just to support his family. What does he do? If its office work, maybe you should get him a new brief case, oh wait i forgot, you're only 16. Do you have a job? Well maybe you should just do a chore for him like wash his car and clean the inside, and then leave him a note saying " I'm sorry for everythings that happened and i don't want us to get into this again, but i just wanted you to know that you're the greatest dad there is and i love you. Happy Birthday."
2006-08-06 05:41:19 · answer #3 · answered by lola 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about baking him a cake! If he's not home in time to eat it, leave it on the table where he can see it so he knows he was thought of along with a card. Gotta keep the lines of communication open no matter how bad things get otherwise things just get worse and no one remembers what started the whole thing to begin with! Both ages (16 and 40 ) are rough to deal with!!
2006-08-06 15:37:07 · answer #4 · answered by sunni1028 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best gift you can give your father is to try to work out your differences. Material things mean nothing in the big scheme of things. Sit down and write your dad a heartfelt letter about what he means to you and how you would like to straighten things out. Maybe you can suggest that the two of you go out somewhere and just talk, really talk. Take him for ice cream or something simple - just a chance to be together and try. It may not work depending on what kind of father you have, but at least you know you gave it your all.
2006-07-30 13:06:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey if you guys arent on good terms then why not. i dont think dads really care for gifts from their sons, but if you can think of something useful he can use around the house like a new tool set then sure. another idea could be a gift card to a store he regularly goes to. if you want something simple then go for a card. just a father son kind of card where you can write a short message in their saying how you appreciate him etc.
2006-07-30 13:06:58 · answer #6 · answered by keet 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Instead of getting him a present that he may not like or appreciate, take him out to dinner at his favorite restaurant and give him a sentimental birthday card. Or make dinner at home and invite special friends and/or close family members. Make him a cake. This will show him that you thought about him for his birthday and maybe things will get better. If that doesn't help, maybe you should seek some counseling.
2006-08-07 08:45:44 · answer #7 · answered by Ariana W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dad was killed by a drunk driver when he was 46 and I was 24. Just because you aren't getting along right now don't skip his birthday.
My dad loved video games so that is what I awlays got him. Maybe take him out to dinner. A gift cert for a massage or golf???
You never know when you could loose him so cherish every day.
2006-07-30 13:41:32 · answer #8 · answered by turtle43761 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I admire you ! I think the card will do, but be reasonable and have a little talk.Be nice,be cool man. You know, he is your dad and he wants the best for you.At 16 you you're not mature enough to understand things the way they are,but believe me he loves you - and later in life he'll be your best friend. How do I know you ask ?
-Been there, done that !
2006-07-30 13:41:08 · answer #9 · answered by greβ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Put aside these differences, and tell your dad you love him very much, no matter what. If you guys are "too macho" for that kind of talk, put it down in writing with a gift card from someplace, and leave it on his desk, or where he'll find it.
2006-08-06 16:11:51 · answer #10 · answered by virgoascendant 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the end, he's still your Father. You may not like him, but I think you're still obligated to love him. Get him anything simple and thoughtful: a razor, birthday card, or maybe even a cake. You can leave your own personal message on the card or cake.
2006-07-30 13:06:03 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋