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10• SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025 The Elk City News Girl Dads Foster Fathers Lead Boys by Example By Sheryl Ponce and a father to his own children. It is up to a father to teach his world of work, as well as in a mar- Self Esteem When a father is blessed with a son, he has seemingly been award- Sons look to their fathers for guidance in sports, along with the many other things that could make son that it is okay to be just as vul- nerable in life as it is to be a force of power. When a father teaches riage. Father’s Day is a time to give thanks for those lessons of hope By Sheryl Ponce into one of these special events, it ed his clone or a person who will il- him successful in life. The most im- his son to fight his battles on the and advocate how a father has is evident how important they are luminate his legacy to the world. A portant role a father has to his son playground or in a sporting arena, brought his son up to take on rela- It has been said that one of to the young ladies. They look up father will teach his son how to be is to teach him how to be a husband he is teaching him how to get along tionships, both domestic as well as a man in all aspects of life. The son to his wife. This includes all of the with others. The amount of toler- in the world of work. The making the most important relationships to their fathers, feel special about will learn how to be competitive, traditional husband tasks and those ance that a father teaches his sons of men is due to the lessons taught in a girl’s life is her father. He is the night, and the results of those along with how he is to be husband jobs that are not quite as masculine. is important to getting along in the by their fathers. the one who shows his daughter few hours are long lasting. how a to be a woman and grow up Ask a woman who is confident, with a positive self-image. While feels good about her place in the most fathers are far from perfect, their presence and connection with their daughters helps the world, and has developed healthy relationships with men, and the answers can be found in how her Celebrate Father’s Day in unique ways young girl understand her worth father treated her. Most of them Father’s Day is a celebration of SET UP A SCAVENGER ther’s Day celebrations can be MAKE IT A BEACH DAY in the world. would admit to having a father dads near and far. Falling on the HUNT held outside. Everyone can Dad might just want a break The amount of time a father who cherished her and protected third Sunday of June each year, Drag out the suspense of Dad select a spot that Dad loves to from the hectic pace of life on spends with his daughter may her from the outside hurts. Father’s Day presents an opportu- getting his Father’s Day gift by visit, whether it’s a hiking trail Father’s Day. This is the perfect not be as important as the quality When a young woman may nity for families to come together hiding it and requiring him to go or a local park, and then plan opportunity to head oceanside. time he takes to nurture her into come home hurt, it is a father and put the spotlight on fathers through a series of clues to find it. activities around the chosen For those who don’t live by the adulthood. It isn’t the extravagant that should be the one to nurture who work tirelessly for their chil- When writing up the clue cards, location. coast, a river or lakefront spot can dren and provide them with love spouses and children can refer- be an ideal alternative. Frequent- clothes, jewelry or trips that he her wounds back to health. Nev- and support. Father’s Day also is ence particularly happy moments GO ON AN ADVENTURE ly these are touristy areas, so it provides for her, but the way he er underestimate the girl dad, for a chance to honor the men who or things around the house that Father’s Day can be spent en- could be relatively easy to find an treats her, tells her she is import- his role is the most important re- are representative of Dad’s love. eatery where everyone can make serve as father figures or play spe- gaging in something the family ant, and beautiful that make the lationship in his life as well as in cial roles in people’s lives. For example, a clue may read, has never tried before that may a reservation for lunch or dinner difference in how she navigates her development. It’s easy for families to fall into a “Here’s where we like to snuggle be exciting for Dad. Maybe he’s after enjoying a relaxing day with relationships in the future. It is time for the girls whose routine when it comes to celebrat- together to watch our favorite always wanted to go off-roading waves lapping the shore. There are daddy/daughter fathers kept them safe, supported ing Father’s Day. Certainly dinner show.” on quads or try his skills at hatch- These are just a few clever ways dances that help to foster the fa- their goals and dreams to tell him and gift-giving is traditional, but et-throwing? The family can get to celebrate Father’s Day. Families ther/daughter relationships. If Happy Fathers’ Day and thank there are additional ways to pro- TAKE IT OUTDOORS together and choose an activity can choose activities that honor anyone has been able to sneak you for all you have done for me. vide Dad with the day he deserves. June weather tends to be Dad will find engaging and that fathers and ensure he is feeling all Explore these creative options. pleasant, and that means Fa- everyone can enjoy. the love. 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