Dads N Grads
The time of year is upon us when we honor Dads & Grads (who can sometimes be both at the same time). As you would expect, our team of cartographic elves have been working away furiously to provide gifts fit for a Dad. Or a Grad.
So, if you are looking to give the smarty pants in the cap, something to say — "Well Done" or just looking to appreciate the guy who says 'YES' even when your mom said 'NO,' look no further than...
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Oxford Deluxe World Atlas — Even if they think they know all there is to know, this super atlas is full of large scale maps, city maps and topographical maps as well as enough statistical data to amaze even the brightest of academics. In hard cover at $175.00, give your grad something to treasure forever. |
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Famously Bad Fathers
Whatever you think of your dad...thank your lucky stars he wasn't one of these
Darth Vader — OUT OF DATE SPOILER ALERT — In case you didn't know, Darth Vader was originally Annekin Skywalker, father of Mark Hammil's Luke Skywalker. Had Luke looked more like a giant mushroom or a plastic trash can, maybe people would have made the connection. Not exactly famous for their father/son trips, the best Luke could hope for was a vacation to Endor with Vader's body — which he promptly cremated.
Jack Torrance — Danny and his dad got on great until they happened to take care of a mountain hotel for the winter. As can often happen, Jack becomes possessed by the hotel's psychic energy and takes advantage of the well stocked bar. After a somewhat uncomfortable short stay, Jack's attempts at fixing the gas boiler backfire...literally! Be sure to read the ratings on Travelocity more carefully.
Peter McAllister — Leave me once, shame on you, leave me twice — shouldn't Child protective services have taken me away by now? Poor Kevin just keeps slipping the minds of his loving family, first Chicago, then New York. Admittedly, we would probably all have taken the first opportunity to lose Macaulay Culkin in any large city but it is the inexcusable pains of guilt that encouraged Dad Peter to seek out his wayward son, that make this father most unforgiveable.
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Dad's Travels — Personalized and framed world maps
Remember the greatest trips you ever took with your dad on these super mounted world wall maps. Each comes in a range of sizes with frame options, and you can include your personal message at the bottom of the map. Begin a family heirloom starting at $219.95.
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Strange Graduations
So college isn't for you? Maybe it is after all — there are some unusual courses out there —
PH D in Ufology at the University of Melbourne, Australia — In 2008 Dr. Martin Plowman became the first to gain a formal qualification on the strength of his UFO studies. He investigated the links between UFO sightings and religion, politics, national security and popular culture around the world.
MA in Digital Games at John Moores University, England — Since 2000, the Liverpool based University has offered what sounds like a couch potato's dream. Covers the design of games and characters, social impact and project management skills, but of course the most appealing part has to be 'theories of gameplay'(!)
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Bagpiping at the Carnegie Mellon School of Music, Pittsburgh, PA — No need to practice on a remote mountain top — here they will give you a degree for it. Learn the history and theory, and how to compose for, the bagpipes.
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Personalized Jigsaw Puzzles
Want to keep your Dad or Grad occupied? Try picking up one of these wonderful jigsaw puzzles that can include a custom message to the recipient. From a New York Times front page from a special date, to a map of your home town, these puzzles are almost entirely made to your specification. Starting at $39.95.
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Finally
If you weren't fortunate enough to graduate this year, have no fear. Experience the sights and sounds of a graduation with 4minutes 49 seconds of Cap Tossing.
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