Ask any father what he wants for Father's Day, and the answer will be "Not another tie or golf club". It's easier to buy gifts for moms, considering there are so many options available for women. But when it comes to buying Father's Day gifts for dads, it's easy to run out of ideas. What will dads like to get on Father's Day? Well, it depends. Does your dad like to read? Or is … [Read more...] about Fathers Day Gifts Sure to Please Your Dad
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Another Nerf football, but made for little hands to throw farther
Nerf Vortex Mega Howler from (Hasbro) We like this new invention from the Nerf people. It reminds us of the lawn darts of our youth, without the fear of spearing the cat. The principle is somewhat similar: a light football that is attached to the rear-end of an arrow, making for an aerodynamic missle. The spin is that it's a football, so the arrow tip is blunted and the Nerf, … [Read more...] about Another Nerf football, but made for little hands to throw farther
Another gadget that amazes but won’t make it into our house
When I saw the Fred Twist and Spout Kitchen Pour Spout, I thought, "what a cool idea." It attaches to any twist open bottle turning a throwaway bottle into a pitcher or watering can. Great idea, but at the price, why not just buy a pitcher or watering can. It's not as if all the stuff you pour out of a bottle needs a holder with each new bottle. In the end, it's just one more … [Read more...] about Another gadget that amazes but won’t make it into our house
Jazz for Dads
Jazz for Dads (Concord Records) I don't know anything about this, but saw it and had to take a look. It's positioned as jazz hand-picked for dads. AS "Mr. Jim" says in his Amazon review: Jazz lovers will enjoy this album anytime of the year, but with "Dad" this CD touches the heartstrings. Highly recommend to all for an enjoyable listen - "Jazz For Dads" for your favorite … [Read more...] about Jazz for Dads
Monuments, landmarks, and building in a manageable size
Like most people, I have a dirty little secret: I collect tacky souvenirs from monuments and buildings when I travel. Like collections of snow globes, one monument alone is a tasteless souvenir. But put together a FULL CITY of monuments and you make a statement. My wife could never understand this mania, or "neurosis," as she puts it, until a few years ago when the San … [Read more...] about Monuments, landmarks, and building in a manageable size