Types of Dads
Not all dads are created equal. Some are grilling masters, others are dad joke factories and a few seem to think they’re one step away from being a DIY superhero. Whether they’re in charge of the BBQ, relentlessly cracking puns or spending hours fixing something that was perfectly fine to begin with, every family has its own version of Dad. So, let’s take a moment to celebrate the colorful (and sometimes chaotic) personalities of these fatherly figures. Because no matter which type he is, you know he’s making memories (and probably embarrassing you at least once a week).
The Grill Guardian
This Dad can be found in the backyard from May to September, clicking his tongs to his heart’s content and inspecting propane tanks like he’s an engineer for NASA. He will always ask how you want your burger, only to cook every single patty to just beyond well done.
The Dad Joke Machine
This Dad’s sole mission in life seems to be making you roll your eyes. Whether it’s a lame play on words (“Hi hungry, I’m Dad” is always on standby) or a bad pun, he’s got punchlines locked and loaded for every situation.
The Fix-It Father
The Home Depot employees are on a first-name basis with him, he’s got a toolbox that rivals a professional’s, and his Saturdays are busy with projects. Whether the project will turn out well or not is 50/50, but that doesn’t matter. He enjoys it nonetheless. This Dad can often be heard saying: “They don’t make ‘em like they used to,” and his favorite tool is an oversized wrench nobody else knows how to use.
The Couch Coach
This Dad spends his evenings and weekends cheering for his sports teams. His signature move is a fist-pump or a deep sigh of existential sports despair. He’s also the dad who treats your little league game like it’s the Super Bowl: Complete with a fold-out chair, cooler, and laminated roster. Sure, he’s loud. Yes, he once challenged an umpire over a T-ball call. But his team spirit is undeniable.
The Sentimental Softie
Don’t let the flannel shirts fool you. This Dad is known to well up during Disney movies, choke up during graduation speeches and openly weep during father-daughter dances like he’s starring in his own Hallmark special. His prized possessions are crayon drawings and macaroni necklaces from your childhood.
The Silent Supporter
He’s not a man of many words. Humble acts of service are where he shows his love. You’ll notice your car has been filled with gas, your fridge is restocked and your IKEA shelf has been built, but he’ll never admit it was him.
The Digital Dad-ministrator
You’re getting emojis. You’re getting PDFs. You’re getting a 17-message thread about Saturday’s BBQ complete with weather updates, parking instructions and a bullet-pointed agenda. This Dad may have “Manager at a startup company” vibes, but deep down, he just wants everyone to be on schedule and spend time together.
At the end of the day, there’s no one quite like your dad. Whether he loves to grill, crack jokes or cries through every one of your elementary school performances, chances are he brings something unique to the table. And even if he’s the reason you know 10 puns too many, he deserves some recognition and admiration.
