'Tis the Saturday 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 perhaps 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 Sammy
And three for young Dick
Don't take any chances,
Please spend them right quick.
As day turns to evening
Celebrations abound,
Congrats to consumers
All across town!
Ellen Phillips is a retired English teacher who has written two consumer-oriented books. Her Consumer Watch column appears on Saturdays in the Business section of the paper. E-mail her at consumerwatch@timesfreepress.com.