Let’s face it shopping for dad can be tricky. Here are some guideposts.
1) WorkaholicDAD: TIE. I know, it seems cliché, but a
classic never goes out of style. If your
dad works 24-7 (like mine) he will always benefit from an updated tie: to add to
his collection and as a reminder of you.
If he’s a workaholic, he will constantly need more ties, and it’s fun to
see them hanging in his closet – you'll remember when you added each to the
collection. (WorkaholicDAD's might not see you, and you might not see them, but
the tie reminds you of each other, which is why it’s a classic father’s day
item, and never goes out of style.) 
*Honorable Mention: UGG Scuff Slipper 
2) TECHdad: Nook w/glowlight.
If he truly is a techie, he may already have an ipad, which has some kindle and/or nook
features, BUT, the nightlight is unique.
Many a time, and with many a couple, one person can’t fall asleep but
the other person wants the lights out. (Or, quite frankly, they have different gaming
styles: Solitare vs. Angry Birds vs. Fruit Ninja.) The nook light is genius, reading in the
dark, and you might find yourself wanting one EVEN if you don’t have kids, if you’re
married with different bedtimes. (*wink, wink) 
3) MACdaddy: Apple TV. This is the best present I ever
got. It’s Blockbuster, Redbox, & Netflix,
all built into one. Your dad won’t have
to go anywhere, and can keep a collection of movies and/or TV shows in his
apple account. Note: this is also a great tool for “family time" because you can schedule a movie night w/popcorn. . .Sherlock
Holmes just came out. *Warning: Proceed w/ caution when using your Apple
account, it sneaks up on you!
4) Fix-It Father: Swiss Army Knife. We like to pretend that
knowledge of “basic needs” survival isn’t a priority in the modern age, but who
are we kidding! NEVER say never. What is that scout code, “Always be
prepared?” Now Swiss Army has knives w/ USB ports AND the basics, which is
perfect for a fix-it father.
5) UNIVERSAL: cufflinks and card. Cufflinks will find their way into any dad’s
wardrobe and a card comes from the heart (which will ALWAYS trump any expensive
gift). Make a home-made card and find
some unique cufflinks. My friend makes these. . and I love them J
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