Some assembly required: a dad's eye-view of Christmas morning
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A father relates a Christmas morning spent with his children. The father tries to construct the gifts he gave but encounters difficulties in the process. Eventually he succeeds and prides himself only to find out his child is bored already after playing with it for only a short time.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1997
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Driving a hard bargain
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Consumers can save at least 10% on some goods and services by doing advance research and taking the right approach in negotiating with a salesperson. Being candid about wanting a low price, mentioning the competition and timing a purchase are among the recommended techniques.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1996
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