If you’re stymied about whether the gift you’re considering is toxic, swallowable, or a ticking time bomb of poor construction, we’ve got just the website for you. At NotInMyCart, you can see what’s been recalled and why, along with contact information so you can correct any buying mistakes. The Consumers Union people publish the site, so you know it’s legit.

You can also be like my family and take the pledge. Decide that this year, you’re not buying into the more, bigger, better mindset. What do you really need anyway? You’ve got a computer, you have time on your hands, and you’ve got a home with electricity and DSL or cable. You’re set. Now go help somebody who’s not.

This message brought to you by the War on Xmas folks at Pensito Review. Thank you.