My dad passed away 3 days after he turned 63. He was a jackass most of the time, but I always called him on his birthday to talk for a couple of minutes (he never cared to chat much). Usually he didn't answer I would have to leave a message. That he year he called me back and talked for a few minutes. he was dead 3 days later.
Saying that he expects a thank you call is pretty mild on the list of jackass moves. I wish my dad had made birthday calls to me, or readily answered the phone when I called. Trust me, it sounds like you have a pretty good deal going.
For what's it worth, if you really want him to stop with the asking, then just tell him he is being silly. It sounds to me like he just wants to hear from you.
Saying that he expects a thank you call is pretty mild on the list of jackass moves. I wish my dad had made birthday calls to me, or readily answered the phone when I called. Trust me, it sounds like you have a pretty good deal going.
For what's it worth, if you really want him to stop with the asking, then just tell him he is being silly. It sounds to me like he just wants to hear from you.