5 Things NOT to Buy Him for Father’s Day!
Contributed by: The COG
Be honest, you know the look. That phony smile and the glare that, when interpreted properly says: “Wow, I see you put allot of thought into this future piece of garage sale inventory.” Here at CoolOldGuys.org, our crack research team has identified five gifts that dad will almost surely dislike.
1) Ties: Most guys don’t even ware ties any more and if they do, they like to pick them out themselves. If you truly believe he NEEDS clothing, get him a gift certificate to Mens Warehouse.
2) Any singing fish: Face it, if your dad really would like a singing bass hanging on the wall, he would already have one. If he really wants one but can’t afford it…save the money and buy him some food or beer.
3) A “WGD” T-Shirt: T-Shirts that have a funny or cool message are okay, but whatever you do, don’t buy dad a t-shirt, or anything else for that matter, with “Worlds Greatest Dad” painted on it.
(Now you might want to buy him a “I’M A COG” T-Shirt in our store)
4) Anything about fitness: Nothing says “I love you dad” you big fat pig, any more than a diet book or exercise DVD. Mom’s dig this stuff, but not dads. Again, buy him food or a gift certificate from Hooter’s or some Omaha Steaks…that will work.
5) Added responsibility: Finally, no matter how much dad says he wants another puppy or kitten…don’t buy him anything that will require more work. He won’t like it!
It’s safe to buy dad something he can eat or wear to work. Most Cool Old Guys really just want you to hang with them for awhile on Father’s Day. Take them out for dinner, to a game, golfing, cruising, sailing…you name it.
If you stay away from these five do not buys, you will probably be safe.