February 18, 2009

Toys for "refined" and "popular" kids...

When I see a cheap, plastic toy with lead-painted parts that several children will eventually choke on before it's finally recalled, I think of China. Apparently, the Chinese makers of the toy that my friend Judi spotted in the toy store a few weeks ago, intended something else entirely when using those two words on the fabulous "My Dream Castle" (The best gift for friend).
"Suit both refined and popular tastes" ...I guess that means that both your high-class "friend" and your trailer-buddy will enjoy this toy. If you got this as a gift, wouldn't you wonder which one you were?
Next, we have the "SWEET Dream Will Come True" play set. This is the "Little Master's Home". Don't get me started...
The little plastic figures look like the Village People. This must be Clay Aiken's "Sweet Dream" come true.

Given the toy choices, is it any wonder I'm considering buying my kid another snake for her birthday?