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The Annual Father’s Day Dilemma

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A smiling father holding a wrapped gift while his two children kiss him on the cheeks, with a happy golden dog looking up at them and colorful hearts in the background.

Father’s Day Is Right Around the Corner

We all love our dads… but buying for them?
That’s a whole different story.

Here’s the typical conversation:

Me: “Hey Dad, Father’s Day is coming up. What would you like this year?”
Dad: “Nothing, I’m fine. Save your money. Don’t spend it on me.”

Well, that’s a bummer.
So what do you get? Another tie he’ll never wear? Something for his grill? Maybe a power tool or two?

The best gifts — for any occasion — are the ones people actually use. Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Christmas, birthdays… it doesn’t matter. Practical wins every time.

And dads? They reliably love two things:

  1. Sleep
  2. Food

So here are two easy Father’s Day ideas that check both boxes.

1. Give Dad the Gift of Sleep

Promeed
Your dad will love the silky softness of Promeed sheets and pillows. And let’s be honest — if Mom is the one making the bed, she’ll appreciate the upgrade too. Win‑win.

Shop here

2. Treat Him to Something Sweet

Andy Anand Chocolatier
A decadent cake delivered right to the door or something differnt like Australian  Licorice candy?  No baking, no fuss, just something delicious from the pros. Perfect for the dad with a sweet tooth.

Just follow the link for easy ordering

Whatever you choose, enjoy the day with your dad — that’s the part he’ll remember most.

Affiliate disclosure

Just a heads‑up: this post includes affiliate links. If you decide to treat Dad (or yourself), I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting Arounddustyroads!

 

Strawberry Cream Cake by Andy Anand

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Swedish Strawberry Cream Cake

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Mondays get a bad rap, but not around here. Andy Anand’s Monday Special always feels like a little celebration, and today’s is pure springtime joy. Strawberries. Cream. Bliss. I swear I can taste them already.

This Sugar‑Free Swedish Strawberry Cream Cake (is perfect for diabetics and anyone doing keto. Hand‑crafted, gorgeous, and bursting with strawberry flavor. A sweet treat without the sugar crash.

This Sugar‑Free Swedish Strawberry Cream Cake is perfect for diabetics

Order you sweet treat here today

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Golden Tempo Wins Belmont!

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Welcome to Saratoga, NY — known for health, history, and horses. And today’s Belmont Stakes did not disappoint!

Golden Tempo. He did it again — from last place to first in the Belmont Stakes.

For three‑quarters of the race he just loped along at the back, unbothered, unhurried, almost lallygagging. Then he hit the far turn, straightened into the homestretch, and unleashed it. That breathtaking surge — that rocket‑launch from last to first — is why this horse has a grip on my heart.

Golden Tempo surges across the Belmont finish line ahead of his rivals on a dirt track.

 

He didn’t just pass rivals. He blew by them.

Congrats to Golden Tempo and his team.

From underdog to GOAT. You just gotta love this horse.

A Local Gem! Happy National Donut Day!

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🍩 Happy National Donut Day!

Do you know what today is? Not Hump Day — National Donut Day.
And you know what that means: free donuts. Yes, Dunkin’ is handing them out today. Is this a great country or what.

There is one tiny catch: you need to buy a beverage. But honestly… who eats a donut without something to drink?

 

 

⭐ A Donut Lover’s Confession

I’m a true donut fan. If I weren’t on a permanent diet, I’d happily eat one every day — though I doubt it would keep the doctor away. Still, I consider myself a donut connoisseur. I know a good donut when I see one.

And this week? I didn’t just see one.
I came, I saw, I tasted, and I ascended straight to donut nirvana. These donuts were better than my mom’s (sorry, Mom), and hers were legendary.

Where did I find this bliss?
The Colonial Do‑Nut Shop kiosk inside Morton Hospital.

A police officer stands at the counter of the Colonial Do‑Nut Shop kiosk inside Morton Hospital, with staff preparing donuts behind the counter.

Colonial Do‑Nut Shop – Morton Hospital Kiosk

 

 

⭐ Colonial Do‑Nut: A Taunton Classic

Colonial Do‑Nut Shop has been serving Taunton for more than 70 years. The pandemic forced them to close, but they came back strong, reopening under new ownership in 2024.

The flagship shop at 91 Broadway is still right where it’s always been — turning out fresh donuts, crullers, and breakfast sandwiches. Just get there early: they close at noon.

So how did I get mine at Morton Hospital?
When the new owners were preparing to reopen Broadway, the opportunity came up to open a satellite location in the hospital lobby. The donuts are baked fresh on Broadway every morning and delivered to the kiosk.

⭐ The Old Fashioned That Stole My Heart

I’m an “Old Fashioned” girl — plain, crispy outside, tender inside, with a whisper of cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg. And these? Hands down the best.

I meant to take a picture, but… well… I started eating it. You understand.

 

 

Happy National Donut Day!
It may not be free at Colonial Do‑Nut, but if you can get there, it will be so worth it.

Sachertorte Cake? Austrian for Yum!

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Its another Monday Special from Andy Anand Chocolatier!

What is a  Sachertorte Cake? It’s basically a chocolate sponge cake but I prefer to think of it as YUM!

Sweet an ddecandent chocolate Sachertorte cake. Sugar free for guilt free enjoyment

It’s Sugar Free! A Classic Austrian Chocolate Apricot Cake. Enjoy GUILT FREE!

Check out more of Andy Anand’s wonderful creations here. Its like walking into a virtual backery. We just need smell‑o‑blog to be invented.

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