Why do we celebrate Father's Day? You all must have certainly started to plan out things to amaze your dad. Gifts, cards, surprises at the ready. Father's day is a special day dedicated to all the fathers and fatherhood. But do you know why do we actually celebrate father's day? If you do, then great. And if you don't, no worries, I'll explain. Father's Day was first observed in Washington, America, on June 19, 1910, thanks to the efforts of Sonora Smart Dodd, who made it possible and who is the reason behind the day. Dodd wanted to tribute her father who raised six children alone after her mother's death. Sonora was inspired by Anna Jarvis, who established mother's day in America in 1909. Sonora happened to listen to the sermon held by Anna Jarvis in and that's what made her give a thought to father's day. She wondered if there is a day for mothers, then why can't it go the same for fathers? Sonora respected fathers and fatherhood because of the immense love and care she received from her own father Mr. William Jackson Smart. Sonora's mother died while childbirth, when she was just 16 and since then her father took care of the family and raised them all by himself. There are also other stories related to father's day and many credit the celebration to Elmesu, a Babylonian. It is known that the young boy carved a message for his father on a clay tablet to wish him good health and a long life. However, no one knows what happened to Elmesu and his father, but the tradition of observing father's day continued in many countries. Fathers are special for every child. They play a crucial role in our lives and without him we are indeed incomplete. Father's Day signifies the role of fatherhood and their importance in our life. He works very hard so that he can make his family's dreams come true. No one can play his role and it needs utmost courage to be a dad. Anyone can become a father, but it is difficult to be a dad. Father's Day is very special as it is the day and a great opportunity to express our love to our dads.
The month of June is not just about enjoying sunny days and vacation, but it is the time to prepare for the special occasion. He has done countless and priceless thing for us, so this Father's Day do something that he will remember forever. Your father will appreciate even the smallest thing you do for him. So make the day unique and remarkable one.