is it evil to give noisy presents to other people’s children?

I’ve been trying to multi-task my Christmas shopping.

Last night, while picking up a few items at the drug store, I also got some Crayola craft items for a little girl on my list.

Today, I had to stop by Target for some lights and garland, and I hit the toy section to pick something out for her baby brother.

I had a set of Fish Maracas in my basket for a minute — they were so cute and goofy looking! Bright orange fish with big bulging eyes … but, I ended up with a collection of soft plastic cars instead.

I’m going to have to mail their gifts, since I won’t be spending Christmas with the recipients this year. My decision was made by the size of the box.

And he was too young for the saxophone …