Father's Day Gift Ideas for cancer patient

Thanks for the input, though I bed to differ. I agree when you say that it's about him being a father and a man, but that's part of it also! You know, when my dad was diagnosed, he didn't wanna go through the chemo or the operation because he knew he would hurt. His thought process was that all his kids are done with college, and are set to have a good life. Therefore, it's OK for him to let his body deteriorate. We had to ask him to reconsider - think about us, his daughters, and walking us down the isle, his future grand kids, etc. And this father's day - I want him to know that what he has gone through, his courage - is deeply and highly appreciated. That because he reconsidered - I am looking forward to the day that I get married and he walks me down the isle, when I have kids -that he'll be able to play with them. Because he reconsidered I still have a father. Is that not about him being a father and man? Happy father's day to you too by the way! (Just an early greeting, eh? =D)

Of course I meant "I BEG TO DIFFER" - hahahaha..TYPO!

Ahhh -yes! Thanks for the input, Ms.T. I don't know if that's the case for my dad. I think he "missed a lot on life" or I feel that he feels that way. He had to miss my sister's graduation because he was too sick to go - he had to miss on a lot of family and church gatherings because his immune system is too sick to handle and fight a simple cold or what-have-you - the list goes on. Congrats on your nephew as well - my hats off to him. Surviving cancer is NOT easy.

Well let's see... *putting the thinking cap back on* LOL OK we could approach this from a different angle. He's certainly been through a rough time... what about really pampering him for Father's Day? If you're the creative type, what about doing a really awesome gift box or basket? How does he relax? Does he wear a robe or pjs or soemthing like that? I was thinking maybe a new robe, slippers, or tshirts and boxers (whatever makes him the most comfortable) and then some real treats. Is he allowed to have that or does he have any dietary restrictions? If he's allowed, I'd make it decadent... like if he likes nuts, get him chocolate covered cashews or macadamias or something he might not buy for himself. Maybe some specialty cookies or coffees or chocolates. I remember my dad had a favorite candy -- they are called humbugs. He found out about them from my grandfather. In any case, they were handmade in only one candy store that I ever knew of... so, one year, I drove there before Father's Day and got him a big tin of them. He said he was never so excited about a gift before LOL but then my dad did love to eat. Sometimes, the items don't have to be "special"... it could just be things he hasn't been able to have for a really long time. That in itself could make the basket fun. I'll keep at it... maybe I'll eventually hit on a useful idea

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your ideas - and I might use them for the future-father-in-law ( I already call him dad even though the bf and I aren't technically married, yet). That other dad is diabetic though - but he loves food. Though my bf is thinking of getting him a new pair of shoes - we haven't decided on his dad yet. My dad - it was colon cancer, so there's definitely dietary issues. He just had an outpatient surgery this past thursday to repair some grout in his colon (from the past surgery) so he's in liquid diet for two weeks. My dad LOVES to eat - unfortunately, he can't eat too much stuff as of late. He's going back for more chemo at the end of his liquid diet. I feel so bad for him. He lost so much weight - he used to be buff (not too muscular - just fit) - now you can tell, he's just lost a lot. I feel so bad for him - I wish there's a way for me to give him a lil bit of my weight or something! I don't know. It's tough. =/

Ahhh yess. Though I feel like I spend a lot of time with him already - short of moving back to their house. I'm not sure he'll appreciate me being around again. =P Thanks! I'll keep on doing that - but I'd still want to give him something that he can enjoy in the present. =)

It's never too late for father's day gift ideas - because there's always father's birthday, father's christmas present, etc. AND of course, there is always next year!! Hehehehehe... Thanks for the input!