Importance Of Father's Day

Every child needs the love of both parents. While a mother naturally becomes the most important person to a newborn, there is no denying the role the father. From assuming co-parenting responsibilities to being a source of strength and protection to his child, a father’s job is never over.

In fact, if someone asked you to describe your father, you would probably agree with all of these phrases – ‘pillar of strength’, ‘someone who held my hand and guided me through the tough times’ and ‘my best friend’.

However, how often have you told your father how much his love and support has meant to you? Probably, like most of us, you have not thanked your father as often as you should have. Thankfully, Father’s Day is around the corner and it offers you the perfect opportunity to do just that.

When is Father’s Day celebrated?

Although a relatively new festival, Father’s Day has quickly become popular across the globe. Different countries celebrate Father’s Day at different times of the year. The United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and most other countries, celebrate the occasion on the third Sunday in June each year. On the other hand, the Australians and New Zealanders celebrate it on the first Sunday in September.

History of Father’s Day

The exact origin of Father’s Day is unclear. Some believe that the first celebration of Father’s Day was held in 1908 in a church in West Virginia (US). In 1915, Harry Meek, president of the Lion’s Club in Chicago, is believed to have held the first Father’s Day celebration.

However, many consider Mrs. Sonora Dodd from Washington, to be the real crusader of Father’s Day. As one would expect, Mrs. Dodd was driven by her love and affection for her father. You see, Mrs. Dodd’s mother died at a you...

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