Buy American Products

The Christmas season is almost here and, as we scurry around trying to get the better bargains of last minute shopping, let's take a moment to think where these items we are giving are being made. As Americans, do we care where our gifts are made, or are we just buying for the sake of fulfilling the task? This economy has affected all of us, some more than others. With all the websites available now, you can find gifts that are very reasonably priced and at the same time help the economy by buying American products.

I feel we are all stewards and we need to protect our generation and the generations to follow. Think about how many jobs would be created if everyone bought just one American made product this holiday season.

Another option, if you are on a tight budget, is to give homemade gifts. If you're a good baker, you could bake some family favorites and wrap them in beautiful boxes or containers.  You can find interesting containers almost anywhere! If you have a good Christmas store near you, such as Ikea, Marshals, TJMAX or Home Goods, you will be able to find something at any one of these stores, and don't forget to look in the mark down section as well. 

Looking for a project? No problem - you can find all kinds of DIY websites like HGTV.com, or Diynetwork.com The season isn't about buying, it's about giving what we can afford and giving of ourselves!

How about making a donation for a charity as a gift for someone? Put it in their name. Send a nice card telling them what you did. Do we really need another sweater or tie? There are so many charities in our own back yard that need our help. One good charity feeding the hungry in the US is nokidhungry.org. We can all help in some small way, but it does take a village. 

So this holiday season buy American products and give something even if it seems small to you - to someone else it makes a difference!

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"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." ~ Winston Churchill

Web sites for US products: 
usmadetoys.com
maplelandmark.com
americansworking.com
viewtheblue.com
americanleatherstore.com
esty.com not all are American made have to inquire