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If Your Partner Is #1, Here Are 16 Sweet Father's Day Quotes To Lay On *Thick*
Modern dads are more involved in their kids' lives than ever before, and that's definitely something to celebrate. This Father's Day, you're likely thinking about how to make your husband feel appreciated. Whether scrawled by hand in a card or splashed across social media, a Father's Day quote from a wife to her husband can tug on his heartstrings in a way not much else can.
Though it is often said that a picture is worth a thousand words, sometimes there's just no replacing the right verbiage. A few warm words from his wife are sure to express how deeply a man is loved in his home. Pair meaningful words with breakfast in bed or a day spent doing something he loves and you have a gift perfectly crafted for your husband this Father’s Day.
Every family is different, of course: Some express themselves best through humor, others through poetry, while still others prefer to use the words of notable historic or celebrity figures. There is no single right way to honor the gift a spouse and parent brings to a family. This compilation of Father's Day quotes has a little something for everyone, so no matter your family's style, you'll find the perfect way to tell your husband and father of your children how much he means to you.
To encourage a man who keeps the family vision on track, these words from author Reed Markham offer a bouquet of reassurance for your husband on Father’s Day.
If your husband is at all into humor, he understands the sense of hilarity that Ryan Reynolds brings to the table with this honest and endearing look at the earliest days of fatherhood. This is an ideal sentiment to use when showering new dads or dads-to-be with love on Father’s Day.
This quote offers such a timeless, classic idea for Father’s Day with the perfect wording to back it up. This double compliment of addressing both marriage and family is sure to get him right in the feels.
If you have ever attempted to assemble a cabinet from IKEA together, your husband is sure to appreciate the humor behind this John Kinnear quote this Father’s Day. And honestly, it's just downright truthful. It reminds him that the two of you are in this together, always.
Is there any idea Barack Obama can’t nail in a few words? If there is, this quote isn’t one of them. This simple sentence is perfect for the dads who have had a hard year (basically, all of them) and can also be a fit to give to your husband if he is a stepfather.
No matter what stage of parenting you and your husband are in, you understand that sleep is a valuable currency used to keep everyone in your household from getting too cranky. Jim Gaffigan’s quote on letting dad sleep is perfect for jokester dads who love to nap.
You can rarely go wrong with Honest Abe. This quote beautifully captures the generous spirit many fathers embody, which makes it the perfect sentiment to write down for your husband this Father’s Day.
You see him when no one else does, and you know he has a heart of gold. (His kids see it tenfold.) Show your husband how much you appreciate his unconditional love and what it does for your children with this quote on Father’s Day.
If your husband is one who allows your kids to be themselves no matter what, this quote from actor Will Smith is one you can use to sum up exactly how you see him day-to-day with your children and acknowledge his stellar parenting skills.
When parenting gets hard, sometimes you need a gentle reminder that you’re doing the most important work of all raising kids. This quote can help remind your husband on Father’s Day that his work as a dad does not go unnoticed.
I mean, this quote is short and straight to the point, but your husband will love hearing it on his special day. It says everything you ever need to tell him to make him feel loved and appreciated.
It's true. We seem to shout from the rooftops when a dad isn't so great, but what about the ones who are really doing some good in the world by raising amazing kids? They deserve all the love — especially on Father’s Day.
If your husband is a sports fan, this quote from Derek Fisher is one that he might relate to more than others that share a similar sentiment that fatherhood is an incredible undertaking, but truly worth it. This quote is sure to show your appreciation for the work he does this Father’s Day.
Can I get an amen for this Father’s Day quote? You can show your husband how much you truly value the relationship he has with your daughter as he helps her grow into a confident, strong woman.
This quote can be used on Father’s Day as a sweet reminder to your husband that he's being watched by his little ones and that he has so much to teach them. He’s likely already doing a great job, but the extra confidence boost of knowing you have his back can have a wonderful impact.
I just want to let out a big “aww” every time I see this quote on fatherhood from Mike Myers. Your husband likely shares the same thoughts about being a dad and would surely love to be reminded of just how much his role warms not only his heart, but yours as well.
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