What to Write in a Father’s Day Card
Messages and poems to help you tell dad how grateful you are
Dad, Daddy, Pa, Poppy, Padre, the old man, there’s many a name for your paternal parent just like there’s many a message you could write in a Father’s Day card. It’s a special occasion to put into words the feelings and thanks that you have for your dad. So what to write? If you’re feeling a tad stuck, we’ve put together a few examples of messages, including some poems, to help you say a little more than just Happy Father’s Day.
What to write in a Father’s Day card when you’re apart
Dear Dad,
I wish we could be together today to celebrate what a wonderful dad you are. But for now, I’m sending you all my love and thanks.
Happy Father’s Day
Until our next hug,
[name]
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Dear Dad,
I’m sad that today
We can’t be together
So let me just say
You’re the best dad ever
For when you want to say thanks for always being there
Dear Dad,
From the piggybacks to my piggybank, from listening to me moan to all the rent loans, from the laughs to the love, thanks for always being there.
Happy Father’s Day
All my love,
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Dear Dad,
You’re the one I’ve always turned to for advice and wisdom,
for strength and to carry my burdens.
Once a shoulder to climb on, then a shoulder to cry on,
a guiding hand and a giving heart.
Thank you.
For when you want to keep it short and upbeat
Dear Dad,
You are quite simply the greatest. I love ya!
Happy Father’s Day
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To the greatest Dad in the world,
I wouldn’t be the person I am today without you – and thankfully that person is nearly as amazing as you are! .
Happy Father’s Day!
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Dear Dad,
This is your day and don’t you just deserve it. Thanks for always being the best Dad we could ever wish for.
Happy Father’s Day!
For when you’re a new parent with a new understanding
Dear Dad,
Now I have a baby, I appreciate what a hard job you had with us! But what an amazing job you did. I hope I can be half as good a parent as you were.
Your eternally grateful and everloving [daughter/son/name]
What to write in a first Father’s Day card
How lucky am I
To have you as my daddy
To warm my bottle
And happily change my nappy.
You’re simply the best
At cleaning up all my poo
That’s why I must say
With all my heart, I love you
Happy 1st Father’s Day
What to write in a Father’s Day card from bump
Dear Daddy,
I can’t wait to meet you. I just know you’re going to be the best daddy I could ever hope for.
Until we can hug, sending you all my love.
Bump xxx
What to write in a Father’s Day card for a husband
You’re the most wonderful dad our kids could ever hope to have. And the most caring husband. We love you.
As a dad and as a husband, you’re simply the best. We’re so thankful for everything you do.
What to write in a Father’s Day card for a father-in-law
You’ve welcomed me into your family with loving arms and for that I’ll be eternally grateful. Happy Father(-in-law)’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to the newest man in life!
What to write in a Father’s Day card for a stepdad
It may not be by blood, but you’re my dad – and an amazing one at that!
Happy Father’s Day to the man who’s always been there for me.
We’re all lucky to have you. Thank you for taking care of us.
What to write in a Father’s Day card for a father-like figure
He said ‘you can do anything.’
He said ‘always be kind.’
He said ‘believe in yourself.’
He said ‘know your own mind.’
That person was you.
You made me who I am.
I’ll forever be grateful.
I’m your number one fan.
What to write in a Father’s Day card for grandpa
Dear Grandpa,
You’re the kindest, most caring person I know. You’re my guiding light and I’ll always follow your example.
What to write in a Father’s Day card from daughter
Dear Dad,
You’ve always been there for me, always looked out for me, carried me through my tough times, celebrated my good times. You’re the greatest dad a daughter could ever wish for.
Happy Father’s Day
Love from your ever-loving daughter
What to write in a Father’s Day card for a single mom
Dear Mom,
Thank you for all the amazing things you have done for us. I know it must have been hard but I hope we can make you see how much we appreciate you.
You are everything to me, and all I ever wish to be.
Happy Father’s Day!