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.

Is Dad, Mom or even Great-Aunt Tilly in need of a haircut? Especially if it's hard for them to get out, how about a gift certificate from one of our local hair salons or barber? Go an extra step, pick them up, and take them to lunch afterwards!