At least make sure Dad gets a gift receipt

Just as its bad form to get Mom a vacuum cleaner for Christmas, please spare Dad the lawn and garden tools this Father's Day.

It's just another way of saying "You're not doing enough around here, old man."

Also avoid:

* "#1 Dad" coffee mugs, t-shirts, or other doodads

* Novelty ties

* Cheese baskets

* Anything NASCAR related

* Chip 'n dip sets in the shape of football helmets

* Any book written by Mitch Albom

* Car washing supplies

* Golf shirts

* "Funny" pajamas

If you're really stuck, go with booze or a knife.