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The 1995 "Tools and Toys" Christmas
Posted January 23, 2017
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Ah, yes! It's that time of year. Forget publishers clearinghouse, your wait is over. No more running to the mailbox hoping that "today is the day". Accept no limitations from slithing competitors! Your official Patrick's Christmas list is now in your hands. And this is a big one. The past several lists have brought much insight into the politics of making a list, and hoping for presents come December 25. This is indeed not an easy task as the wrong wording can destroy and and all hopes of a "Merry Christmas".

So, here it is. And this year's theme is among the best in the history of such lists. TOOLS AND TOYS. The great thing about this list is that it gives you a detailed insight into my personal character and heart. TOOLS AND TOYS. What more could a 12 year-old trapped-in-a-27-year-old male-body want. TOOLS AND TOYS. Thislist is as simple as thye come. When shopping if it's a TOOL AND/OR TOY, it is on my list. Of course, I will specify certain TOOLS AND TOYS that I would like, but if it falls under one of the two categories, than you've got me a present. Of course, most men would tell you that a TOOL IS A TOY!

(original family letter still being searched in archives)