365 Squarey Monsters: A Father’s Day Gift That Doesn’t Cost a Cent

Sunday, June 14, 2026

A Father’s Day Gift That Doesn’t Cost a Cent

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Father's Day: A Gift of Connection

Father's Day celebrates the dads and father figures who’ve shaped our lives. It also arrives during Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, creating an opportunity to reflect on something many men still find difficult: talking openly about what's really going on beneath the surface.

For generations, men were taught to be providers and problem-solvers. They weren’t always taught how to talk about their feelings. As Father's Day approaches, I find myself wondering what happens when we make room for those conversations — and what we miss when we don’t.

👉 See how Father's Day can open the door to deeper conversations

Building for People You'll Never Meet

NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island recently celebrated its 130th anniversary, marking more than a century of investments made by community leaders and supporters who believed future generations deserved access to exceptional care. Their legacy offers a powerful example of how the choices we make today can create opportunities and improve lives long into the future.

👉 See what I shared about the power of thinking beyond ourselves

Many years ago, a World War II veteran asked us for help finding the young woman he had fallen in love with before leaving for war. Decades had passed, but a determined member of our team tracked her down, leading to a reunion and a second chance at a love story neither of them expected.

👉 See how a pink corsage helped reunite two high school sweethearts

In this week's episode of Power & Impact, I spoke with Bill Villanova, president of New York City's historic Frank E. Campbell funeral home, about the traditions that help families navigate loss and why planning for the end of life may be one of the most meaningful gifts we can leave behind. Our conversation explored how rituals endure, even as technology changes the way we gather and remember. Watch our conversation.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: After a career-ending football injury, Jake Moscato faced the challenge of rebuilding his identity from the ground up. In last week's Celebrate Your Story, he shares how that unexpected setback led him to a deeper sense of purpose. See Jake’s story.

AMAZING DADS: Father's Day is almost here, and I'd love to hear about the dad, grandfather, mentor, or father figure who made a difference in your life. Share your story, and five readers selected at random will receive a surprise from the 1-800-Flowers.com family of brands.

SHARE YOUR IDEAS: Some of the best Celebrations Pulse stories have come from readers. If there's a life transition, family tradition, celebration, or community story you'd like me to explore, I'd love to hear from you.