View Full Version : What should I do about Father's Day?
mosag330
Jun 10, 2009, 11:23 AM
I very recently started spending time with a great guy-- we've started dating, we aren't officially in a relationship yet, but that's definitely where it's headed (sometimes you know it will-- if you know what I mean.)
My question is this: He has an 18 month old son. When Father's Day rolls around, should I give him a card or something? I want to, but it seems awkward to me. Thoughts?
Homegirl 50
Jun 10, 2009, 11:28 AM
If it feels awkward, don't do it. As you stated, you are not in a relationship yet, so there is no reason for you to send him a card.
If you happen to talk to him on that day, wish him one verbally.
emmahasteami
Jun 10, 2009, 11:30 AM
I don't understand? Why would you be giving him a card ? Isn't that what the son/daughter is supposed to give not the partner?? Sorry if I've read this wrong
mosag330
Jun 10, 2009, 12:20 PM
Maybe it's just my family and who I know, but we do a little something for all of the fathers-- so the uncles and grandfathers and family friends get cards too, not just from their own kids. That's just what's normal for me. Mother's Day is the same. Anniversaries usually get a small present or card too, even though they aren't married to US for twenty years... lol.
Justwantfair
Jun 10, 2009, 12:23 PM
It's completely acceptable for you to remember and tell him Happy Father's Day, but it is the responsibility of the child's mother to get a card from the child or do for the father.
If you spend time with them both you can help encourage the toddler to give a hug, but there is no necessity for you to get a card for him and it would be a bit over your bounds.
Romefalls19
Jun 10, 2009, 12:34 PM
It's okay to remember to tell him Happy Father's Day, if you don't want to get him something, then you don't have too.