Face it.
Trying to figure out what some dads would like for Father's Day is like deciphering ancient hieroglyphics or reading the mind of a Martian.
What dads say Consider some of the helpful comments and clues dads give:

• "You don't have to get me anything.
  I still have the ties from last year.
  "
• "You shouldn't have.
  "
• "That must have cost you a pretty penny.
  You don't have to waste your money on me.
  "
• "I already have everything I need.
  "
• "Uhh [unintelligible grunt].
  "

What dads get So, since we don't know what to get, dads often receive the standard necktie or power tool or electronic gadget.
Or maybe something funny or crazy like these gag dad gifts:

• Beer Hammer Bottle Opener.
  
• Wacky Yodeling Pickle.
  
• Monte Python Toilet Paper.
  
• Mr.
  T Talking Key Chain.
  
• A T-shirt that says: "Who needs hair with a body like this?"
• Or the one that says: "Guns don't kill people.
  Dads with pretty daughters kill people.
  "

I personally think these are more fun to read about than to actually get.
So, if you can't afford season tickets, a new sports car or a yacht, what can you give your dad for Father's Day? Are there priceless (you know, free) things that dads actually want? What dads want Here are five fantastic free ideas for Father's Day:

• Fist bumps, butterfly kisses or secret handshakes.
  Signs of affection vary, but all dads appreciate them.
  
• Fix-it man status.
  Dads want to help, to feel useful.
  Not every dad is a handyman with plumbing or carpentry, but fathers need to be needed.
  Whether it's opening the tight jar lid, killing the vicious spider or giving financial advice, let Dad do something and show your appreciation.
  
• Food.
  Definitely the way to a dad's heart! This doesn't necessarily mean a fancy restaurant.
  How about pancakes on the patio, burgers on the barbecue (let him flip them if he wants!) or watermelon on the wharf?
• Fun! Whether it's fishing, flying kites, Frisbee or football, fathers like to be active and have fun with their families.
  
• Faith.
  Dads deeply desire their family to find success in this life-and the next.
  Let your dad know you are forsaking foolishness and seeking first God's Kingdom.
  It will make his day.
  Forever is in the sights of forward-looking fathers.
  

For more biblical thoughts on making dads glad, see Honoring Fathers on Father's Day and Always.