Momosphere: Father’s Day Edition

Jun 18 2010 by Jennifer Newman

With Father’s Day quickly approaching, here are my favorite blog posts related to the day.

Moments When Children Grow Up, Motherlode
Inspired by “What I Would Tell Her,” a collection of essays written by fathers about raising their daughters, New York Times’ parenting blogger Lisa Belkin reflects on a life of lasts. The last time your daughter needed her blankie or your son let you give him a kiss in front of his friends. It’s often hard to pinpoint those moments, but writer Robert Dugoni writes of it in his essay about when his daughter became a young lady.

2010 Father’s Day Gift Guide, Cool Mom Picks
If your Father’s Day gift-giving skills are lacking, check out these great ideas for Dad. There’s something for every budget, including those of us with no budget. From bacon caramel popcorn for $7.50 to a $4,600 foosball table, there are plenty of ideas to choose from.

Father’s Day Picks: My Top 10 Rides, KickingTires
Cars.com’s David Thomas is a co-worker, friend and father of two who knows his cars. If you’re looking to give your husband the ultimate Father’s Day gift, David runs through his favorite cars for hauling the family.