Whenever Dad’s birthday or Christmas comes around, he always says the same thing when I ask him what he wants: nothing. This is especially true on Father’s Day. Every Father’s Day, Dad just shakes his head and says, “You don’t need to get me a present just for being your dad.”

Now, on the one hand, I know he’s telling me the truth: I know that he honestly doesn’t expect, nor does he even really want, any gifts. On the other hand, though, because he doesn’t expect anything, that makes him appreciate the gifts I give him even more.

And that’s why getting your father something this Father’s Day is a good idea. Most fathers don’t expect a darn thing. But any small present you get for them is greatly appreciated, just because it is unexpected.

E-cards are a good way to go, for giving a gift to that father figure who insists he doesn’t want anything: e-cards are cheap—free, in fact—and they only take a couple of moments to select and send. Also, you can personalize them, whether just by adding your name and a personal message to one of our animated cards, or creating a completely-personalized printable card from the ground up.