Cookbooks can make the ideal holiday gift for some

Published 2:22 am Wednesday, December 17, 2003

By By CAROLYN BIVINS Extension Agent
Are you puzzled over the ideal gifts to give to the graduate, the bride-to-be, or that "special" someone for Christmas? Well, puzzle no more.
We have the ideal gifts that are so practical, yet are so tasteful and will be useful for years. They are:
All of these items can be found in the Brewton area at the Ag Science Center (behind Southern Pine Co-op on Highway 31 south), and in the Atmore area at Central Farm Supply at 101 Trammel Street in Atmore. We are looking forward to seeing you soon.
Christmas Shopping Safety Rules:
In your mad rush to take advantage of all the special Christmas sales, please protect yourself by following these tips:
Instead, they should carry it in a small wallet that can be tucked in a pocket.
This way if your purse is snatched the money remains with you. Or women can wear a zippered body pouch.
Here are some more tips authorities say will help you have a safer Christmas:
Remember thieves try to fool neighbors by looking as if they are supposed to be at the house they are breaking into.
Beware of people who offer you money on the condition you give them money first. This could be a flimflam, call the police.
Pressure sales techniques are rare at stores with a good reputation.