Father's Day isn't just a day for dads to get more holidays that go way back, the origin is hard to trace but most people will agree that Sonora Dodd played a big part in starting the holiday. This year Father's Day is June 19th 2022!
A Little Father's Day History 6r3t23
Sonora Louise Smart Dodd first brought up the idea of a father's day in 1909. She wanted a special day to honor her father, William Smart. When Sonora's Washington state. As an adult, Sonora realized how strong and unselfish her dad had been raising his kids as a single parent.
Sonora wanted Father's Day to be celebrated on the first Sunday in June, because it was close to her dad's national holiday - about 60 years after Mother's Day had been made a national holiday.
Favorite Sayings by Dads 4614m
- Go ask your mother!
- Just wait until I get you home!
- When I was your age....
- My father used to tell me...
- I used to walk to school in the snow!
- Be home early.
Looking for the perfect gift? Dads say some of the best homemade gifts. Try to stay away from ties, socks, and go for something more fun!