What to buy my terminally ill dad?

H @yhm, no need to ask for forgiveness here as you are very much among friends.

I found a really old thread on exactly this subject and it seemed some really interesting ideas here - hope that helps.

<<hugs>>

Steve

I'm exactly the same with my dad he wants all the family to spend his last Xmas with him.. what I've done is made a memory book with all different pics in with dates and the years just a little idea big hugs xxx

That is such a great idea.  Thank you so much.  Hope you have a lovely Christmas with him. Xx

Thank you.  Some lovely ideas.  Really appreciated. 

Your welcome hope you all have a good time too xx

Hi YMH, please don’t apologise, it’s a tough time, very tough. I am in a similar situation with my terminally ill father. It’s hard isn’t it to try to plan to make the day special but being practical. Ive gone for edible things instead. He would normally like Belgium chocolates but everything now tastes sweet to him so I’me getting shortbread/ savoury biscuit treats. It doesn’t sound like much I appreciate but his time is very limited so it’s getting the balance right. If your father reads then books is probably a good option, and doesn’t involve physical exertion and good warm clothes, maybe a jumper or dressing gown is a nice gift and practical as well. Take care xx 

Hi YMH, We are the same but it's my Mum, What about a fluffy blanket, to wrap round his shoulders, bit like a cuddle from you when you are not there and he will appreciate it when he's poorly, nice and soft against his skin.  Make a mould of you holding his hand, something he can look at and you can treasure, fun for the kids.  Make memories for both of you, material things don't always matter.