The world might be falling apart, but giving gifts still feels good.
Times are tough. The economy sucks, unemployment rates are off the charts and these days even the biggest optimists seem to be frowning. With all this bad news, shelling out cash to buy the obligatory holiday gifts seems more daunting than ever before. Spread a little holiday cheer this season by giving for the right reason: because it feels good. Forget about stimulating the economy or buying the requisite gift for your next-door neighbor or significant other's parents. Purchase gifts because presents give everyone the warm fuzzies. It may not improve the state of the country, but at least it'll curb the post-holiday depression. And that's something to smile about.
Even the strictest diet allows for these indulgences.
>> $5 each. AIA Bookstore,
1218 Arch St. 215.569.3188.
www.aiabookstore.com
Is it just us or were TV stars dreamier a few decades ago?
>> $5 per set.
Art Star,
623 N. Second St.
215.238.1557.
www.artstarphilly.com
After months of worldwide obsession over Sarah Palin's wire frames, encourage the bespectacled lady in your life to make a bolder statement.
>> $10-$15.
Wonderland,
2037 Walnut St.
215.561.1071
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1. Maria said... on Nov 19, 2008 at 06:52AM
“Wonderful ideas; and there is also my mother's website for hand-made scarves, hats, berets, sweaters and more, check out www.alexandrascreations.net She also sells them in Artisans and Renee Bolden Designs in Chestnut Hill, and Diving Cat Gallery in Phoenixville. Those shops are great!”