I asked my dad what he wanted for Father's Day.

He just wants an afternoon at the hardware store with no specific project in mind, just 'inspiration browsing'.

I asked my dad what his all-time favorite Father's Day gift was.

He didn't even hesitate. He pointed to the lopsided, hand-painted mug I made him in kindergarten and said, 'This one. It reminded me that the best things in life don't cost a thing... and also that you're worth every penny.'

My dad always keeps the house so cold, you need a parka to grab a snack.

So for Father's Day, I got him a blanket, and when he shivered and said, 'I'm cold,' I replied, 'Hi Cold, I'm Dad!'

My dad's love language is apparently 'home improvement projects'

because this Father's Day, he's 'hammering' home the point that I'm helping him finish the deck... again.