Happy Father’s Day!
👨‍👧‍👦 What is Father’s Day All About? 💙
Father’s Day is a heartfelt celebration honoring dads, father figures, and the role they play in our lives. 🙌 Celebrated annually on the third Sunday of June in many countries—including the United States—this day is all about expressing gratitude, love, and appreciation for the men who support, guide, and inspire us. 💪❤️
From backyard barbecues to handmade cards and thoughtful gifts, families across the globe come together to say, “Thank you, Dad!” đź‘Ź Whether he’s a biological father, stepdad, grandfather, or a mentor who stepped up, Father’s Day recognizes all forms of fatherhood.
🗓️ A Little History
The first modern Father’s Day was celebrated in 1910 in Spokane, Washington, thanks to Sonora Smart Dodd, who wanted to honor her single father who raised six children. It became an official U.S. holiday in 1972, when President Nixon signed it into law. 🇺🇸
🧠Did You Know?
- Father’s Day is the fourth biggest holiday for sending greeting cards. 💌
- Some countries, like Spain and Italy, celebrate it on March 19th (St. Joseph’s Day). ✝️