If you’re one of the lucky few to have an amazing stepdad who treats you like his own flesh and blood, then it’s understandable that you want to give him the best birthday gifts for men you can find. It’s not often that one develops a great relationship with a stepparent. Getting your mom to remarry and getting a “replacement” dad can be difficult for most kids.

Many times we think that having a stepfather means that your mother does not have time for you, that you are no longer a priority. Things are different and suddenly there is a new man in your life. Change can definitely be hard.

But sometimes certain people come into your life and make things brighter. If your stepdad happens to be one of those people, then let him know how much he means to you. If her birthday is coming up, this is the perfect time to show her how much you appreciate her love and concern.

For her birthday, more than any material gift, here are some things you can do around the house to make her day special. These simple things will let him know how grateful you are for his presence in your life.

The first thing you can do is have his morning coffee and newspaper ready for him when he wakes up. This simple act will not go unnoticed. He’ll appreciate the thoughtful gesture and know how much you care about him.

You can also wash your car so that when you go to work, you have a sparkling clean drive. He will be proud to show it to his colleagues and tell them that this was the product of all his hard work.

You can mow the lawn and sweep the backyard to keep the outside of your house clean and welcoming. This will be a nice welcome when your stepdad gets home from work.

If the garage needs a little cleaning, go ahead and tidy it up. Have your stepfather’s tools arranged neatly so he can find them easily. Put boxes on the shelves and try to make things as neat as possible.

Help your mom prepare a special birthday dinner for your stepdad. While dining, you can introduce her to The Bass and Dragonfly Wall Art. This magnificent painting with unique marquetry will impress her, especially if she loves to fish.

Offer to wash the dishes after eating. This will allow your stepdad and mom to enjoy some quiet time together. Once you’ve done the dishes, don’t forget to take out the trash.

If your stepfather has a dog, offer to walk and feed his dog. If he insists on taking the dog for a walk, you can tag along to spend more time together.

These are simple but meaningful ways to let your stepdad know that you love him. Loving stepparents are rare treasures that you don’t find often and on her birthday, you want her to realize that she is now and always will be family.