At Grandma’s Cheesecake Sandwiches, we're all about spreading joy and celebrating every holiday to the fullest. But have you ever stopped to wonder why Father’s Day seems to be getting the short end of the stick compared to Mother’s Day? Let’s jump into the facts without jumping to conclusions!
Look at the numbers: in 2023, a whopping $35.7 billion was splurged on gifts for dear old Mom, while Dad received a still impressive but noticeably smaller $22.9 billion. That's quite the difference, isn't it?
Now, let's rewind a bit and look at the history. Father’s Day emerged during the hard times of the Great Depression and gained even more traction during World War II. It was a clever marketing move by struggling stores to encourage people to spend a little extra on Dad.
Meanwhile, Mother’s Day had already been declared an official holiday way back in 1914, a whole six decades earlier! It wasn't until 1972 that Father’s Day finally got its spot on the calendar, the third Sunday of June, thanks to President Richard Nixon.
But hey, let’s not forget the real heroes here – our dads! They’re the ones helping us grow, teaching us life lessons, and keeping the family ship sailing smoothly. So why is it that Mother’s Day seems to take center stage while Father’s Day plays the understudy?
Our best guess is that it’s all about tradition. Moms often take the lead in holiday planning, creating elaborate celebrations filled with love and attention to detail. Dads, being the laid-back superheroes they are, might not mind playing second fiddle.
But let’s mix it up this year! Let’s give Dad the spotlight he deserves! Whether it’s grilling up his favorite meal or challenging him to a friendly game of catch, let’s make Father’s Day a day to remember!
At Grandma’s Cheesecake Sandwiches, we believe in giving both moms and dads their moment in the spotlight. After all, who doesn’t love cheesecake, right? So why not show your dad some love and appreciation this Father’s Day? Trust us, he’ll appreciate a delicious cheesecake sandwich just as much as Mom would!
We’re wishing all dads a happy Father’s Day from Grandma’s Cheesecake Sandwiches!
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