When I was growing up, I knew Christmas was close when TV ads for Norelco shavers showed Santa sledding down a hill on a razor. Those days seem to be gone. Now, the Yuletide is near when I go into a Walgreen's or supermarket and see displays of candy canes, garland and wrapping paper. That happened the day after Halloween. Time to start thinking about holiday gifts for collectors.

Given today's economic climate, most might wish for a stocking filled with cash. Functional as that may be ...

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