How about going online and trying eBay? The trick is to start early. You know it is going to be frantic in a month.
Another thing you could do is start early with an alternative. How about an Elmo Halloween Costume? ( I can't believe I'm writing this) I did quick look at Amazon and found that they have quite the selection.
The good thing about a costume like these is that the kids can wear them over and over again. It doesn't have to be a one night thrill.
Walmart is another thing that has me staring at myself in the mirror. Has the day come that I am actually recommending Walmart? Either they are growing up, or I am losing major Yuppieness! Well, here is the thing.......Walmart has great selection at a great price..................and they deliver for 97 cents. Yup, you heard it here.... 97 cent Shipping on Top Toys at Walmart.com
So forget those football pads and just click on that link, and voila! Your shopping is done. Oh I love technology.
Now, here is the disclaimer. Part of me has a hard time recommending being part of a craze which is hyped up by marketing companies. But another part understands that sometimes a parent has to leave the moral high ground and make life a little easier for a while. Sometimes it is better to put aside the perfectionist guilt and just go with the flow.
Good luck to all the parents in the upcoming season!
Colin
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