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Old 01-04-2014, 07:05 PM   #15
The Goon
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Originally Posted by Smartcar View Post
I know this isn't helping OP, but I'm wondering why people give gift cards for Christmas. I give kids over 14 a card with a nice plastic portrait of William Lyon Mackenzie King. Saves me a lot of time and them a lot of hassle. I buy toys for younger kids but I've always noticed older kids prefer to get their own.

What is the benefit of gift cards? IMO it's not like it's *actually* not cash, it really is, just a bigger hassle to spend it. Not trying to hijack the thread, just curious.
Not a bad idea. Pick your favourite PM and give kids a pic of that person. Teaches them national history as well!
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