It's been a national holiday since 1966, but how much do you know about Father's Day other than neckties, tools, gadgets, and nose-trimmers often make up a big part of it?
You've got to hand it to the marketing department of the Chicago Cubs. As if selling individual ivy leaves from the outfield walls at $200 a piece, plus $15 for shipping weren't enough, now you can break the bank buying dad the ultimate in Cubs fan timepieces.
Gee, I'd almost forgotten that this is the week leading up to Father's Day. I'm always hip to the fact that Mother's Day is on the horizon, but for whatever reason--probably because as the dad in my house I'm not expected to contribute to Father's Day planning--the cele…
Father's Day is this Sunday. My dad has been gone for almost 6 years now, and I miss him every day. I'm sure many of you feel the same way about yours. My dad was my hero, my role model, my teacher, my protector, my sounding board, and my biggest fan...
Given the choice between the standard Father's Day gift of a tie, or going to multiple major sporting events in the local area over Father's Day weekend, I've gotta believe that most dads (myself included) would take the sporting events hands down...
We've just passed Mother's Day, and Father's Day will be here before you know it (June 21st). Buying gifts for dad is decidedly different than buying for mom, as many of you already know. Forget the ties! I think I speak for most dads when I say that we would rather be hosed down…