What are some good sentimental gift ideas for my father who doesnt have too much time left?

i no thats not “a gift” but it is something very nice.

Thanks for the idea, but we already do plenty of family time and celebrate holidays…im looking for a gift.

Another thing that might be nice (not at the above described type event) would be to give him the gift of speaking somewhat into the future. For example, either video of him, with different messages for your children,for future birthdays - where they get a new message, each and every year, from their grandfather. Another possibility, is if you’re able to help him make a halogram of some type, for each year, into the future…or, some combination thereof.

Hmm…what about a scrapbook with pictures of you, him, and the family together…happy memories. :)

A sweet sentimental gift for someone who hasn’t much time is: a beautiful larger photo, nicely framed of all of the people who he loves, together and a special note from each person in that photo(keep it simple,but sincere),on how this man has touched each of their lives or helped them in some special way. Wrap it up in a special gift box and present it to him with a kiss and a hug. Sometimes,the simplest gifts mean the most, especially if he is too sick ,to attend a gathering.

Time. The best thing for both of you is the love you share. He wont take material things with him, so spend time just talking to him and listening. you cannot even put a price tag on that. And if you are already doing that, and he is able to get around, Take him to a ball game.

It’s not really sentimental, but what about things that can keep him comfortable? Warm blankets, fuzzy socks…maybe even some books he may like to read - those are all things that can be passed on to someone else later and they are things that will be useful to him right now.

A photo album of his life with you guys and all his friends, maybe with notes of the family in it telling him how much you guys love and appreciate him.

Also, try to let him tell you stories from his past. Prompt him with questions… let him ramble. You might learn some good stuff that you never even imagined from him.

For example… ask him things like his first girlfriend. Was high school a bore for him back in the day? How did he meet your mom?

It shows that you’re interested and you’ll get some good advice and pointers from him.

Also check out Story Corps: http://funadvice.com/r/3krs3rt40q

restore something of his that was treasured but has gotten kind of worn down or overly used over the years. or make him something. In my family, all the kids make their gifts at christmas. its always touching to know that someone is caring enough to go to the trouble of making you something.