What do you write in a father's day card?

Father's Day is often a card men don't think they need, which is exactly why a real one lands. Skip the dad jokes. Say the thing. The most important thing is to include at least one specific detail only you would mention. Dad, thanks for showing me how to do things slowly and properly. I think about it constantly. Happy Father's Day. I love you.

How long should a father's day card be?

Three to five sentences is the right length for almost any card. A great short card always beats a long generic one.

What to write in a Father's Day card: heartfelt examples

Father's Day is often a card men don't think they need, which is exactly why a real one lands. Skip the dad jokes. Say the thing.

How to write it

Name a habit, not a personality trait.
If he's gone, write the card anyway and put it somewhere.
Short is fine. Real is the only requirement.

Examples

Real examples of father's day cards by relationship. Use them as a jumping-off point — the best card is the one with at least one specific detail only you would mention.

For a dad

Dad, thanks for showing me how to do things slowly and properly. I think about it constantly. Happy Father's Day. I love you.

For a step dad

Thanks for being the kind of father a kid notices. Happy Father's Day.