Card Day Internet Mother

Bring back the good old days for Christmas this year.

It is becoming more and more difficult to surprise anyone for the holidays. Advertising has bombarded them first with what is currently "in" and what they should be wanting; their list of wishes is now more than a mile long. Perhaps resurrecting some of the special gifts we, as boomers, received for the holidays can once again bring giggles and joy. Where to look for these treasures? You don’t have to look far and it doesn’t have to break the bank.

Yard sales

The US population is on the move and with that there is a cleaning out of unused or unwanted items. A fun way to hunt for items is to look at family yard sales. Many of these sales include children’s clothing as well as toys and games. Gently used train sets, Legos, erector sets, Lincoln logs, Barbie dolls, books, yo-yos, metal or wooden cars and trucks can be found for the children; old fashioned dishes, glassware, unusual paintings, period furniture can be found for the adults on your list. Yard sales are usually held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It's best to get there early for the best selection. Find where to go in the local paper, or on corner signs in the neighborhood.