7 Easy-To-Do Ideas On How To Celebrate Your Dad’s Life on Father’s Day

Posted on: Jun 12, 2022 Publish By: funerallink
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It is that time of the year again when families go out to celebrate their father. It is when you see decors and shops start selling items for fathers. And here you are who lost a father and still grieving. It is a painful reminder of the grief you are experiencing over the years.

Grieving is a complex process. There are days you feel good, but the next day, you feel those familiar pangs of grieving begin to reappear. So much can make you remember your dad. You could see something that made him laugh or smell his perfume. For some people, it could be learning how to ride a bike or how their dad took care of them when they were sick.

Dealing with the loss.

There are those who have lost their father and still struggling. And it would be a lot more difficult for those who have lost both of their parents. Rather than burying these feelings or avoiding thinking about the loss, you could celebrate them. Not because they are no longer with you, does not mean their memory is lost forever.

Easy-To-Do Ideas On How To Celebrate Your Dad’s Life on Father’s Day

Here Are 7 Simple Ideas On How To Celebrate The Life Of Your Father In The Most Meaningful Way:

Enjoy and listen to his favorite song

You might have been avoiding listening to his favorite song for a long time. Maybe it is time to just sit and enjoy the music he used to love. Think of the time you heard him sing along or dance with his favorites. Connect with your dad through music. It is a great way to reminisce his memories and help you with your grieving process.

Arrange a special dinner for the memory of your father

If you could remember his favorite food, why don’t you try to cook it? If you do not have the recipe, perhaps you could get it from his favorite restaurant and enjoy the food with your family or some close friends.

Take a time off to visit his grave

Wish your dad a Happy Father’s Day at his grave. Bring some fresh flowers in his honor. Sometimes, the quietness in the cemetery can help you remember the sweet memories you shared together. Though you can visit him any time of the year, this day is very special because you are celebrating his life as the best father you ever had.

Light a candle

When visiting his grave isn’t possible, you can light a candle to honor your father. It can be at the place of worship, or at home. In most Catholic cemeteries, they installed a big cross right in the middle of the cemetery so people can light a candle there to remember a deceased loved one. 

Volunteer in the organization or make a donation

Was your father part of an organization? Or, was he passionate about some causes like the environment, animals, children’s organizations or etc. You can volunteer in one of these organizations or make a donation. To make it even more meaningful, maybe you can give some of his belongings to charity. It is somehow comforting knowing that his legacy has lived on and that he had taught you well to be a better person.

Post on social media

You might have deactivated your social media accounts or have deleted your mobile apps to avoid seeing your friends greeting their father on Father’s Day. That’s totally fine! But it doesn’t mean you can’t post something about your father because he is no longer around. There is no better way to tell the world how much you love (and miss) him than through social media. So go on and find that best daddy photo and show it to your friends.

Travel in his memory

Is there a place that your dad wished to visit? Or, a place you and your dad used to go perhaps a beach, park, mall, or the mountain? This can be a Father’s Day tradition. You can check out these places in honor of your father. You do not have to do it alone. Invite some family members or friends to go with you. Talk about the memories they have about your father. It is a great way to accept the loss and ultimately, learn to live with the grief.

It might not be easy at first, but remember you are doing this for your dad, and for you to finally move on from his loss. Making a time to plan something special on Father’s Day will make his memory live forever. It does not have to be expensive or elaborate. However you want to celebrate his life, know that you are not alone in the journey. You are surrounded by loving family and friends who are always ready to walk with you – and make you feel less lonely.

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