Consumer Watch: A consumer poem for Christmas


              FILE - In this Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, file photo, shoppers carry their purchases as they walk along Fifth Avenue in New York. On Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, the Conference Board reports on consumer confidence for November. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File)
FILE - In this Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, file photo, shoppers carry their purchases as they walk along Fifth Avenue in New York. On Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, the Conference Board reports on consumer confidence for November. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File)
photo Ellen Phillips

I hope you all (re)enjoy my revised poem from a December 2010 column. And regardless of your faith, culture, or inclination, have a very Merry Christmas!

"'Tis the Sunday of Christmas

Throughout our fair town,

And consumers rejoice

For bargains they've found.

All were so cautious

To avoid any scam;

You're so very smart

To send crooks on the lam.

Product safety is urgent

You heeded advice,

Didn't ignore those dangers

And perchance saved your life.

The gaily wrapped presents

All under the tree

Bought with good sense

(Though none were free).

An outfit for Mom

A new phone for Dad,

Purchased on sale

With help from the ads.

Little Sue loves her doll

And the ring for her toe;

Thanks, dollar store deals,

For saving them dough.

Two gift cards for Kevin

And three for young Dick

Don't take any chances,

Spend them right quick.

Santa was happy

As were his "elves,"

For such clever shoppers

Who emptied store shelves.

As day turns to nightfall

Celebrations abound,

With savvy consumers

All across town!"

Contact Ellen Phillips at consumerwatch@timesfreepress.com or at 423-757-6340.

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