The greatest gifts
Good morning. Before the day fills up with to-do lists, let’s pause for a moment to be grateful.
For the ones who taught us lessons, made us laugh, picked us up when we fell, and showed us what love looks like every day. The older I get, the more I realize that many of life’s greatest gifts aren’t things at all.
They’re people.
Yet, gratitude can be easy to forget to act on. That’s why this table is full of ways to turn today’s feeling into tonight’s memory. Starting with the article everyone’s sharing, three free games, and your permission to treat yourself. All ready before Father’s Day.
Now, your seat is waiting. Let’s begin.
⭐Most Popular Article This Week⭐
Research from Harvard Business School shows that families with holiday rituals have stronger bonds.
These are packed with fun, surprises, and moments Dad will love. And want to do again next year→
TABLE WISDOM
“Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, storytellers, and singers of song.”
– Unknown
Dad will insist he knows all the answers. He won’t. That’s half the fun. Here’s the game →
This brings laughter, memories, and a little friendly competition to your Sunday celebration.
A few rolls of the dice, some wild imagination, and suddenly everyone’s creating the funniest little robots.
Zero prep, maximum giggles. Here’s the game →
Learning history has a way of bringing everyone together.
Dad definitely knows more history than your teenager thinks. This is how you find out who’s right→
THANKFUL THURSDAY
And happy Thankful Thursday!
This week, I’m grateful for the father figures in my life
- My dad. Who taught me to believe in myself and not be afraid to take a chance. He also had unwavering patience when I lost mine (which was often as a kid 😂)
- My husband. Who always shows up. Through the special moments, as well as the ordinary routines and difficult times. He’s my rock in this world. And I know he’s the kids’ too.
- My father-in-law. Who is no longer with us. But he gave me acceptance and had a calming presence I’ll always cherish.
What are you grateful for on this Thankful Thursday?
And one more thing: today is your last chance. Reply with one thing a father figure taught you about life, and I’ll feature it in tomorrow’s edition.
WHAT’S TODAY?
National Splurge Day is today!
Your favorite coffee. Takeout instead of cooking. That movie you’ve been wanting to watch. It’s your official permission to enjoy something extra, guilt-free. Include a dad in your life, and you’ll make him feel good too. More ideas here →
CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK
Connect with a father figure.
AFFIRMATION OF THE WEEK
The people who shaped me are my greatest gift.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you could relive one ordinary moment with someone you love, which moment would you choose?
TABLE TALK
When does a joke become a dad joke?
When it becomes apparent.
MORE FROM THE TABLE
You can play all of the games for free on the site! But many readers request pdf files so they don’t have to use a screen (and it makes it easy for groups).
Readers are loving this in the online store…
Father’s Day Family Feud – The game that gets louder every single round. Works for Father’s Day, any summer night, or whenever you need everyone off their phones.
Father’s Day 5 Second Rule Games Cards – The rule is simple: five seconds, three answers, no pressure. Dad will claim he let everyone else win.
4th of July Family Feud – Everything you need for a night the kids talk about for the rest of the summer
Summer Games Pack – Six games. One download. Zero stress for connecting this summer. The pack that makes “what do we do now?” disappear.
Thank you for sitting at the table with us. I hope you enjoyed today’s edition. If you have anything at all you’d like to share, ask, or say, just hit reply. I’d love to hear from you.
I appreciate you!
See you tomorrow at the table,
Jenn Kropf
Founder of Healthy Happy Impactful