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History of Father's Day
While families have faithfully celebrated Father's Day each June,
for decades, the history of this day has some info hard to pin down.
Some say the first Father's Day was celebrated with a service con-
ducted in a West Virginia church in 1908. Organized by Dr. Robert
Webb. Held in the Central Church of Fairmont. Others say the idea
for it began gathering steam in Spokane, Washington. Sparked by
Sonora Smart Dodd. Who is formally credited with it.
Here's what's been passed down for decades:
It was a Mother's Day Sunday. And the minister of Sonora's church
Central Methodist Espiscopal in Spokane, Washington, was delivering
an inspired sermon on mothers. The importance of giving them the
respect, honor and love they deserved. And as Sonora sat engrossed
in this inspiring sermon, she began to think about the possibily of
paying tribute to her father. In short, Sonora wanted a special day
dedicated to William Jackson Smart.
Why did Sonora believe a day should be set aside to honor her
father?
After Sonora's mother died, William Smart single handedly brought up
his family of six. On a rural farm in eastern Washington, Smart - a
Civil War Veteran - worked selflessly bringing up his brood. He was
widowed when his wife died giving birth to their sixth child.
As an adult, Sonora began to realize - more and more - just how
selfless her father had been. In fact, the many sacrifices he'd made
for them still resonated within her. Still touched by his personal
sacrifices, courage and unconditional love, Sonora wanted a day
set aside on which to pay tribute to the man she considered
the perfect father.
Inspired by the minister's Mother's Day sermon, she approached the
minister. Wanting to discuss the possibility of having a service
dedicated to her father. To be held on June 5th, his birthday.
Unfortunately the minister was busy. And unable to hold a
dedication to her father on that particular day. Instead, two weeks
later, on June 19th - he said a few words of tibute to mark the
occasion. And from then on, June 19th was considered Father's Day
in the state of Washington.
To further honor her father, and thinking it important to honor all
fathers, Sonora began wearing a red rose to pay tribute to all living
fathers; a white rose for those deceased. And on June 19th each year,
she and other women gathered both red and white roses together to
be organized around the church.
It wasn't long before states and groups were lobbying Congress to
declare June 19th an annual Father's Day. In 1913 a bill to make it
a formal day of observance was introduced. While U.S. president
Woodrow Wilson approved of the observance, it wasn't until 1924
that Calvin Coolidge made it a nationally recognized event. A day
on which to "establish more intimate relations between fathers and
their children and to impress upon fathers the full measure of their
obligations".
In 1926 a National Father's Day Committee was formed in New
York City to further organize and lobby for it's formal inclusion
as a holiday.
However it took another 16 years before U.S. president Richard
Nixon established it as a formal holiday. (Although history also
suggests in 1966 President Lyndon Johnson signed a presidential
proclamation declaring the 3rd Sunday of June as Father's Day.
Affirming it as an official national holiday.)
While Dr. Robert Webb was considered to have organized the first
church service celebrating fathers in 1908, it was through the
superior efforts of Sonora Smart Dodd, which made it possible to
acquire national recognition for the day. And - in time - the white
rose she chose to honor fathers who were deceased, the red rose
to express thankfulness to a living one, were accepted as flowers
symbolizing each group.
Traditions for Father's Day
* One very popular tradition is gifting. Giving a dad a gift of
something he wants, needs or that's memorable.
* Gathering together and spending quality time with dad.
* Attending church or other religious celebrations together.
* Dining with dad is an important tradition observed the world over.
* Giving him a card or letter detailing what you admire about him.
* Many countries, groups, schools, clubs organize cultural and
other programs to commemorate Father's Day and pay tribute to
fatherhood.
How to Celebrate Father's Day
* Invite the important male figures in your family to join together
to celebrate - grandfathers, brothers, uncles, husbands,
fathers-to-be.
* Focus on a particular activity. Something they enjoy.
* Throw a party. Create a unique theme. Invite friends and family.
Serve his favorite foods.
* Arrange a brunch, lunch, buffet or dinner.
* Gather together to recount special moment, shared memories.
Share photographs, show videos.
* Organize a day revolving around his favorite past time, like sports.
* Organize an event, a day trip, camp out, bike ride, beach picnic.
* Cook dad's favorite meal. Don't know how? Learn.
* Organize a gift giving time, when siblings can give dad the gifts and
watch him open them.
On Father's Day you want to be sure dad knows how much you
care. How much you appreciate all the wonderful things he's done
for you during your life. Especially the many sacrifices he's made
to help you get to where you are.
What man doesn't love to be gifted with a nice piece of jewelry.
Especially one to celebrate an occasion. Like Father's Day.
Most men have at least one dress shirt with French Cuffs.
How about a pair of Men's Stainless Steel and Black Enamel Cuff
Links with Diamond accents.
Handsome and refined cuff links leave a man feeling his best.
Complete his formal attire with these sleek and sturdy stainless
steel cuff links. The jet-black enamel center is brightened by a
brilliant diamond accent. As durable as they are striking, he'll
enjoy this gift time and time again. This item is only available online.
Men's Stainless Steel & Black Enamel Cuff Links - Diamond Accents
Today bracelets are cool and in-style for all men. From the youthful
to senior men. And here's the perfect gift. A Men's Stainless Steel
Bracelet with Black Resin Inlay. This handsome bracelet is guaranteed
to illuminate his wrist. Linked together for a sophisticated and stylish
look, elongated stainless steel plates make up this 8.5-inch men's
fashion bracelet. Alternating links are embellished with deep black
resin inlay. Complete with a foldover clasp, he'll enjoy the refined
style of this accessory. This item is only available online.
Men's Stainless Steel Bracelet with Black Resin Inlay
Make dad feel like a million dollars with his own 14K Gold Money Clip
Practical and stylish-- what more could he ask for? This 14K gold
money clip makes a great gift for that special man in your life. Just
for him, the polished accessory can be etched with up to three script
style characters or initials. This item is only available online.
14K Gold Money Clip (3 Initials)
 Golf Equipment and Accessories
 
Gardening Equipment, Apparel, Accessories
If dad's a gardener it's absolutely certain he needs something to
help him get the job of keeping up the garden or property done. If
he's like every man we know, he never has enough. Is always
missing something he desperately needs.
Today, everyone wants eco-friendly garden products. Plus, today
more people than ever are growing their own small vegetable and
fruit gardens too. Using safe, eco friendly products to create them.
Imagine dad walking out to the garden and gathering some warm, vine
rippened tomatoes, delicious beans, a head of crunchy lettuce, tasty
carrots and more. Not only for salads, but creating wonderful, toxin
free meals. Everyone can enjoy.
Gardener's Supply Organic Tomato Success Kits: All-In-One Tomato Success Kit Grows the Best—Now Organically!
Kitchen Garden Planner : Grow your own fresh, organic food in a 3'x6' raised bed garden!
Tons of great items and equipment dad may want or need. For example:
* Composter
* Bird Feeders and food
* Green houses
* Light grow stands
* Seed starting materials
* Vegetable or flower growing materials
* Gardening equipment
* Watering equipment
* Landscaping equipment and materials
* Pond Maintenence
* Garden Lighting
* Garden Decor
* And much more.
No doubt about it. Every gardener needs a good, solid watering can.
The Pour & Store Watering Can is a clever and unique one. With a
rotating spout that tucks out of the way when you've finished watering
your plants. Making it easy to fill and easy to stow. Soft, comfortable
nonslip handle Removable rubber rose for gently sprinkling tender
seedlings A clear spout allows for water level measurements Choice
of green, orange or blue Holds 1 quart 10" L x 4-1/2" W x 12" H.
Pour & Store Watering Can
More garden info and products
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