Why the double dip? Well, some blame social media, as the two dates came about in the age of influencers, with some choosing March to celebrate while others chose September. Either way, National Sons Day is not a national holiday, so there’s no reason for anyone to object to two celebrations.

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Watch the video above to see a father’s devotion to his son

The purpose of National Sons Day is to recognize the unique bond that parents share with their sons. But it goes beyond that. The day is also about emphasizing the need to love and nurture our sons so that the men of tomorrow are equipped to make the world a better place.

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Raul “Cuatro” Ramirez hasn’t seen his mother Barbara in over two years. When he finally comes home, he surprises her at a restaurant in San Antonio, Texas.

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The most important thing is to spend time with our sons, talk to our sons and listen to our sons. And if parents want to do a little gift or a fun activity, that’s fine too.

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