According to answers.com, "… the only area in which Father's Day is No. 1 is collect calls." What a sad state of affairs for all the guys who taught us to ride a bike, change the oil in our car and walked us down the aisle!

With today's hectic pace, it's understandable that shopping for Dad is often done at the last minute, but that creates problems of its own. This year, think about taking a new direction, such as helping Dad look younger!
Except for cologne, personal grooming isn't the first thing that comes to mind for Father's Day. However, for the dad who already has a garage full of tools, a closet full of clothes and enough ties to last a lifetime, grooming gifts are a great idea.
Most men would be more inclined to pamper their skin, feet and nails if they didn't have to buy the items personally. How about giving Dad a new travel kit and fill it with items he might not buy for himself? That would make him look more handsome and be something he will really use!

When buying at the last minute, think of items that just require a simple trip to the local drugstore or mass retailer. Here's what to buy:

• · A travel bag for toiletries
• · Manicure kit, or just a new set of nail clippers
• · Tooth whitening paste, such as Crest's "Night Effects"
• · A new cologne, or one he already likes - or one that you like, such as Ralph Lauren's "Polo"
• · Latest in shaving technology, such as the new XXXX from Gillette
• · Shampoo and conditioner, designed specifically for men
• · For dry, cracked heels, an exfoliant like Xenna's "CalleX Ointment" (this item is diabetic-friendly)
• · For his yellow, discolored or thickened toenails, pick up natural "NonyX Nail Gel", also from Xenna (also diabetic-friendly)

This year don't call your dad collect! Call him on your cell phone and take a trip to the local Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, Longs, Brooks/Eckerd pharmacy or Wal-Mart and pick out a basket of items he'll use all year to feel and look better.