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Father's Day gifts!

To show Dad how we appreciate him.

Help dad stay organized with a fresh, personalized notepad for his desk! This will help alleviate stress that can come with busy work days. Joy Creative Shop believes that gratitude is the best kind of attitude, list making can keep you sane(ish), and a sweet note can completely make someone’s day.
Price: From The Desk of Large Square Notepad - $32.00

Geekey

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Whether he is an outdoorsy sportsman, technology geek, handyman at home, or just an average Joe, he will find use in Geekey! This expertly combined go-to tool is the size of a key, so be ready to upgrade your keychain. It's fully equipped with more than 16+ functions to help you tackle those common, everyday problems, and when you’re done, simply toss it back in your pocket. Don’t let its size fool you. This award-winning work of art and engineering is crafted out of a solid chunk of 420 Stainless Steel to take on big and “tough as nails” jobs.
Price: $22.99

TAL Gentleman’s Timepiece Chronograph Cosmos - Red Eye

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TAL WATCHES specializes in timepieces suited for the league of extraordinary gentlemen. So spoil the timepiece collecting dad with the TAL Gentleman’s Timepiece Chronograph Cosmos - Red Eye. For the man unafraid of starting his own fashion trends and living boldly! The luxury Swiss-made watch features a precise, high-quality ETA G10.212 Swiss quartz movement for accurate time-keeping. The water-resistant (up to 50 meters) Grade A stainless steel case with a 41mm diameter dial is beautifully accented with K1 mineral glass and sapphire coating. Donned with a vibrant red 20mm genuine leather wristband (also available with an understated premium 316L stainless steel wristband for those who prefer a more toned down look!), this eye-catching accessory will surely be a conversation starter and a watch lovers new favorite.
Price: $295.95

Heirloom Video Books

Give Dad a Video Book filled with your very favorite memories! Heirloom video books fit up to 20 minutes of your personalized video. Each video book features a 5” HD screen with a speaker wrapped in a hardcover book. Simply open the book to play the crisp, high-quality video. Heirloom video books do not require any special tech, wifi, or internet to use. Each one comes with a fully rechargeable battery and is made to last.
Price: 10-Minute Book $49, 20-Minute Book $69, Add a gift box for $12!

BoxFull

When you can’t be there in person, BoxFull and their Hug in a Box ensures your dad will feel your love and warmth anywhere. BoxFull is dedicated to helping people stay connected. In addition to the new fuzzy friend with arms outstretched upon opening - each box also comes with a special poem and a customized message. Sending flowers can feel empty and they just die in a week. BoxFull is sending something meaningful that lasts. The Original Bear Hug in a Box makes for a versatile and thoughtful gift for any occasion. Send love and comfort with a box full of hugs.
Price: Starting at $44.95 sendaboxfull.com and available on Etsy

TRAVALO

Dad will appreciate this durable, luxurious cologne Atomizer! It is the easiest and most elegant way to take fragrance on the go. Fill TRAVALO directly from your standard-size perfume/cologne bottle, and in just seconds, you have a leak-proof way to take your favorite fragrance with you. Perfect for traveling, and to keep in your gym bag or office. The Milano style is covered in vegan leather and polished metal. Feel confident with TRAVALO’s 100% leak-proof design that has been pressure-tested on more than 100 flights. No messy spills plus TSA-approved for carry-on luggage makes for hassle-free traveling with TRAVALO.
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Price: TRAVALO Milano $40

Kaffe

Keep dad caffeinated with the best coffee accessories from Kaffe. The fragrance of freshly brewed coffee in the home, the ritual of waking up to your first cup, and the joy of gathering around coffee with friends: these are Kaffe’s reasons for being. Now you can enjoy maximum freshness by grinding coffee beans into a rich flavor just before sipping. Offering coffee grinders, french presses, and more coffee gear, Kaffe brings everything you need to create the most satisfying cup of coffee in your own home!
Price: Coffee Grinder starting at $24.99

EatToHeal Real Food Bars

For the health conscious dad that is always on the go - EatToHeal Real Food Bars make for a great gift! Designed by a Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, EatToHeal Real Food Bars are made with real fresh foods and no preservatives, with ingredients the earth provides. Each one is gluten-free, Paleo-friendly, Vegan, never baked, Certified Organic & non-GMO, and plant-based as well as being free of added sugars, dairy products, sodium, and soy. They were intentionally formulated to be a genuinely healthier option for cancer patients receiving treatments both in nutritional needs and in easier digestion. The fresh nature means they need to be refrigerated which is a fair trade as they are made with nothing but FOOD containing nutrients your body can absorb and utilize. When made the right way, foods have the power to heal. Plus, EatToHeal are Real Food Bars on a Mission! With their success, they give back to local women who are fighting gynecologic cancers through Patty’s House, a nonprofit (named after the founder’s mom).

True Primal

Perfect for the dad that loves to camp, adventure or just doesn’t have time to cook - soups from True Primal make for the perfect hearty meal on the go! True Primal was created to offer a gluten-free, paleo-friendly alternative to all other canned soups through making food that serves the need for convenience while providing nutrition and health alignment that are the best in their categories. The brand adheres to primal living, embracing exercise and stress reduction along with nutrition for those seeking to achieve optimal health with foods high in nutrition that are easily digested. All products support a paleo framework by utilizing real food ingredients while avoiding grains and other common allergens. A proud supporter of animal welfare and regenerative agriculture, the brand follows the Global Animal Partnership (GAP) program to ensure its farm and ranch sourcing, along with all the ingredients in its products, come from high-welfare livestock. Amazon
Price: 8 pack at $51.99

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