History, Significance and Wishes: Happy Father's Day 2023

A mother may be the birth-giver, but it's the father who spends his entire life protecting and taking care of his family. We all can see and appreciate mothers' efforts but we often forget to express gratitude towards our respective fathers. Father's Day is a day dedicated to celebrating paternity, paternal ties, and the contribution of dads in general.It is observed on the third Sunday of June in a number of nations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, India, China, Japan, the Philippines, and South Africa.


History And Significance
For the unaware, the origin of this special day can be traced back to Sonora Smart, the daughter of popular American Civil War hero William Jackson Smart. Sonora's mother, who resided in Spokane, Washington, passed away while giving birth to her sixth child. Together with her father, Sonora reared her younger brother, almost playing a mother to her siblings.

It is said that once she was listening to a sermon about Mother's Day, which had recently been observed, and that's when she realised that fathers deserved to be honoured as much. In order to honour fathers everywhere, she petitioned the Spokane Ministerial Alliance to declare Smart's birthday, June 5, as Father's Day and rest, as they say is history.

After much deliberation, they decided to celebrate the day on the third Sunday of each month.
What began as a local festival, Father's Day has grown incredibly popular through years and is now observed across the world. Father's Day is observed annually on the third Sunday in June, courtesy a presidential proclamation signed by US President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1966.
We bring to you some of the choicest messages on this special day.

Wishes and quotes on Father's Day
I can't express my gratitude enough for the encouragement you always give for the values you have taught me and for the love you give me each and every day. Happy Father's Day!
Every day you worked hard to provide and every day you showed me how much you cared. Your example has influenced my life, you are an amazing Father. Happy Father's Day!

When I had a problem I didn't know how to solve, I called Dad.
When I was upset and feeling down, I called Dad.
When I was broke and needed money, I called Dad.
When I felt the world was against me, I called Dad.
When something arose I didn't understand, I called Dad.
every time I called Dad, he always made me feel better.
Thanks for always being there Dad!
A Father like you is a gift from God. I give thanks for the blessing of you Dad!
Dad, may your days be filled with the love you fill today.

Today is your day. A day to celebrate and let you know how much you are appreciated and loved Dad!
Dad, there is a saying that goes like this: "Any man can be a father, but it takes a special man to be a Dad!" You are that special man in my life, thanks Dad.
Dad growing up I know there were times that I was a pain, and now that I have children I find that I am a pain to them, but the wisdom and the knowledge you gave me makes me appreciate the pain in a very happy way! Thanks Dad.
You always worked so hard to provide for us.
You always made the time for us.
You have always encouraged and supported us.
And you are the best DAD to us!
Happy Father's Day!

Dad: A man with infinite patience.
Thank you for all the many wonderful things you do... that I fail to notice!

Happy Father's Day to one sweet pop!
I'm so lucky to have you in my life. Happy Father's Day!
Today's your day, Dad. Enjoy it, and know how loved you are!
Dad, you're my hero. Thanks for everything.
Happy Father's Day! You're more than a father—you're a friend. Thank you for all that you've done for me.