Ray S S
Silver Member
Greetings everyone, if folks started practicing this, it would sure make a difference.
>As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous
piles of cheaply produced goods~ merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year
will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer
an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes, there is!!
>It's time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in chinese produced
wrapping paper?
>Everyone ~ yes everyone gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local hair salon or barber?
>Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.
>Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love
to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.
>Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the Benjamines on a Chinese made
flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or
driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.
>There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants ~ offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn't the fancy eatery
sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks, this isn't about big national
chains ~ this is about supporting your hometown Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors
open.
>How many people couldn't use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American
working guy?
>Thinking about a heartfelt gift for Mom? Mom would love the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
>Ok, you were looking for something more personel. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into
scarves. They make jewelry, pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.
>Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about
going out to see a play or ballet at your home town theatre.
>Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.
>Honestly, people do you really need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy
a five dollar string of lights, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn,
leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice Big tip.
>You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering
city. Christmaas is now about caring about US, encouraging businesses to keep plugging away to follow their
dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back
to us in ways we couldn't imagine.
>This is the new Christmas tradition.
>As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous
piles of cheaply produced goods~ merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year
will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer
an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes, there is!!
>It's time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in chinese produced
wrapping paper?
>Everyone ~ yes everyone gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local hair salon or barber?
>Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.
>Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love
to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.
>Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the Benjamines on a Chinese made
flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or
driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.
>There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants ~ offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn't the fancy eatery
sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks, this isn't about big national
chains ~ this is about supporting your hometown Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors
open.
>How many people couldn't use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American
working guy?
>Thinking about a heartfelt gift for Mom? Mom would love the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
>Ok, you were looking for something more personel. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into
scarves. They make jewelry, pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.
>Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about
going out to see a play or ballet at your home town theatre.
>Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.
>Honestly, people do you really need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy
a five dollar string of lights, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn,
leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice Big tip.
>You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering
city. Christmaas is now about caring about US, encouraging businesses to keep plugging away to follow their
dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back
to us in ways we couldn't imagine.
>This is the new Christmas tradition.
You just made my Christmas shopping cool and easy. Open your stocking just a lil' bit... Santa's going to plop in somethin' nice.
