<\/p>\n Finally, speaking of grandchildren, for those of us who have little boys in the family there is seemingly nothing more hilarious than when Grandpa teaches them the old “pull my finger” trick.\u00a0 Well now that sentiment can be part of your cherished holiday celebration with the Pull My Finger Santa.\u00a0<\/strong> I’m tempted to say that this will keep the grandkids in stitches but frankly, and speaking from some experience, I think Grandpa is the one who finds it so side-splitting.\u00a0 Whatever.\u00a0 If people are laughing at family celebrations the source doesn’t really matter.<\/p>\n I hope this practical guide to the impractical lessens your holiday shopping stress.\u00a0 We strive to be helpful.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" By Suzanne Sparrow Watson Well, here we are…it’s Christmas shopping season again.\u00a0 This year the panic over what to buy those you love (or simply tolerate) is compounded by the fact that it’s a short shopping season.\u00a0 Compared to last … read more![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fromabirdseyeview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/red-solo-wine-cup-300x200.jpg\")
<\/a>First on the docket is something that is just the thing for your next dinner party – Red Solo Cup Wine Glasses.<\/strong>\u00a0 Sometimes it’s hard to find the right balance between formal and “we’re glad you wore a shirt at the table” casualness.\u00a0 For those who can’t quite decide whether to break out Grandma’s crystal or stick with a backyard BBQ theme this is the perfect solution.\u00a0 They are also known as Redneck Wine Glasses. \u00a0<\/b>They hit the right note between fine dining and ripping open a bag of salad.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fromabirdseyeview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Snittens-300x200.jpg\")
<\/a>The next find is simply genius – Snittens – The Original Snot Mittens<\/strong>.\u00a0 How many times have you been skiing when your nose begins to drip like a faucet?\u00a0 There’s a reason the ski resorts have Kleenex boxes everywhere.\u00a0 No one wants to see frozen snot.\u00a0 Enter Snittens – mittens that are specifically designed to keep your nose dry.\u00a0 In fact, they advertise that the mitten absorbs 28x its weight in snot and tears.\u00a0<\/strong> The palm side is designed for tears, while the backside mops up snot.\u00a0 It was 37 degrees this morning when we took Dash the Wonder Dog out for a walk and believe me, I could have used some Snittens.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fromabirdseyeview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/dad-bod-300x200.jpg\")
<\/a>Next is a gift for the man who is embarrassed by his physique.<\/strong>\u00a0 Maybe he’s been working out at the gym this year and is a little wary of meeting up with the rest of the family of flabby butts.\u00a0 The solution?\u00a0 The Dad Bod Belt.<\/strong>\u00a0 All he needs to do is slip this on, maybe get a Redneck Wine Glass, and he’ll fit right in with the rest of the family.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fromabirdseyeview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/HEN-HARNESS-300x200.jpg\")
<\/a>The next gift is perfect for the animal lover on your list.\u00a0 Maybe not your average cat or dog person, but instead someone who has chickens.\u00a0 The Chicken Harness<\/strong> is a solution to \u2026 well, I don’t know what, but imagine the poor chicken owner looking longingly at his or her neighbors who can take their dog for a walk.\u00a0 Now with this invention they can join in the fun at the dog park.\u00a0 The manufacturer claims that it is easy to take on and off (I would hope so because no one likes to tussle with a chicken), washable (again, self-explanatory) and a conversation starter.\u00a0 I would think so.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fromabirdseyeview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bubble-wrap-300x200.jpg\")
<\/a>I am a klutz.\u00a0 I am constantly bumping into walls and dropping things on my feet.\u00a0 I’m not hinting or anything but the Bubble Wrap suit<\/strong> is right up my alley.\u00a0 Made from real bubble wrap and fastened with Velcro, it is easy to slip on and off and protects you from injury and general clumsiness.\u00a0 It has the added attraction of providing entertainment for those people who find it fascinating to pop bubble wrap.\u00a0 Of course, that defeats its protective qualities but could keep a grandchild entertained for hours.<\/p>\n