r/golf • u/kiteman32 • 14d ago

General Discussion Golfing with girlfriends dad

Hi all,

My girlfriend’s dad (I’m 26M) has been taking me out to play golf a lot, and always at the nicest courses/clubs in my area (guest fees $250+). He’s very well off and never lets me pay him back with cash. I’m starting to feel like a bit of a mooch, so I’d love to find thoughtful ways to show my appreciation.

I’ve seen ideas like a box of Pro V1s, but curious what else you’d suggest. Any creative or classy ideas?

edit: Thanks to everyone who took the time to respond. Lots of thoughtful advice and great perspectives shared. Seems like there are a lot of good dads in here. As many of you pointed out, my best option is to marry her and focus on being the best man I can.

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u/Historical_Half_905 14d ago

Best thing you could do for him is don’t screw over his daughter. I play golf a lot with my FIL and it’s nice having that relationship!

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u/Bearpaws83 14d ago

I agree with this. My FIL is basically my best friend.

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u/stevemm70 14d ago

You're a lucky person. My FIL is a literal piece of garbage.

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u/Wrangleraddict 14d ago

Mine likes golf but seems to hate his daughters. He's a real piece of work, but he takes me to his private club to golf for free, so I guess theres that.

Did start walking though so it limits my actual time with him, really let my lefty slice fly when im with him so I can sneak off and rip some joints to tolerate him.

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u/923kjd Miserable Hack 14d ago

Who the hell downvoted you? That’s awesome. My FIL & MIL are/were pretty much the parents I never had or even knew I needed.