{"id":2825,"date":"2008-11-28T00:01:05","date_gmt":"2008-11-28T06:01:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/?p=2825"},"modified":"2008-11-27T10:20:00","modified_gmt":"2008-11-27T16:20:00","slug":"holiday-shoppers-guide-for-downtown-memphians","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/2008\/11\/28\/holiday-shoppers-guide-for-downtown-memphians\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday shoppers&#8217; guide for Downtown Memphians"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s Black Friday!\u00a0 Hopefully you&#8217;re not hopping in the SUV to head to Target or Best Buy or the mall for the 5 AM Black Friday sale &#8211; that kind of thing is SO Cordova.\u00a0 To help you locate gifts for Downtowners, I&#8217;ve decided to put together a Black Friday shopping guide.<\/p>\n<p>First of all, check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBlack-Friday-After-Thanksgiving-Sale%2Fb%3Fie%3DUTF8%26node%3D384082011%26ref%255F%3Dpe%255F1130%255F10790300&amp;tag=paulryburncom-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957\">Amazon.com&#8217;s Black Friday page<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.assoc-amazon.com\/e\/ir?t=paulryburncom-20&amp;l=ur2&amp;o=1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/> for a lot more Black Friday deals than you&#8217;ll find at any store or mall &#8211; plus no sales tax, and many of the items are eligible for free Super Saver shipping.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/girlsniteoutflask.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-2826\" style=\"float: left; border: 0; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;\" title=\"girlsniteoutflask\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/girlsniteoutflask.jpg?resize=150%2C150\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/home\/content\/p\/a\/u\/paulrybu\/html\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/girlsniteoutflask.jpg?resize=150%2C150 150w, http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/home\/content\/p\/a\/u\/paulrybu\/html\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/girlsniteoutflask.jpg?w=160 160w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 85vw, 150px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Now let&#8217;s talk about gifts specifically for Downtowners&#8230; a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;x=Flasks\">flask<\/a> is always a great gift idea, to sneak concealed booze into special occasions.\u00a0 Here are links to a few flasks that Downtowners would love:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A pink <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B001FD72OS&amp;x=Girls_Nite_Out_Pink_Flask\">Girls Nite Out flask<\/a> (pictured at left)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B001D83NLQ&amp;x=The_Good_Book_Flask\">A flask hidden inside &#8220;The Good Book&#8221;<\/a> (a play on the Bible.\u00a0 Any book containing booze is a VERY good book)<\/li>\n<li>An <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B001H91ZRU&amp;x=Anne_Taintor_Must_Be_5_OClock_Somewhere_Flask\">Anne Taintor &#8220;Must be 5 o&#8217;clock somewhere&#8221;<\/a> flask<\/li>\n<li>An <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B000QDTQBU&amp;x=Ultra_Slim_Hip_Flask\">ultra slim hip flask<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B000QU4X1G&amp;x=Skull_and_Crossbones_Flask_with_Rhinestone_Accents\">skull and crossbones flask<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B000VW5TIA&amp;x=Skull_and_Crossbones_Flask_Gift_Set\">Another skull and crossbones flask with bonus 1 oz. second flask that can be carried on a keychain<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B000KHVADO&amp;x=DC_Comics_Superman_Stainless_Steel_Hip_Flask_Gift_Set\">Superman flask<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B000YATOZS&amp;x=Perfect_Party_Set_for_Your_Rebel_Includes_6_Oz_Stainless_Steel_Hip_Flask_and_Stainless_Steel_Can_Holder_Both_with_Rebel_Confederate_Battle_Flag_Design\">Confederate flag flask<\/a> (hmmm maybe that one&#8217;s more appropriate for a Cordova or North Mississippi gift buying guide, but whatever).<\/li>\n<li>Then there&#8217;s the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;n=13789651&amp;i=B001EJQ7EE&amp;x=Cell_Phone_Flask_w_Belt_Case\">cell phone flask<\/a> that my friend Terry recently got for his 50th birthday.\u00a0 Hey, I just realized, Terry&#8217;s old enough to join the Red Hat Society now!<\/li>\n<li>Hundreds more flasks <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=flasks&amp;x=Flasks\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/floating_cooler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-2827\" style=\"float: left; border: 0; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;\" title=\"floating_cooler\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/floating_cooler.jpg?resize=150%2C125\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=coolers&amp;x=Coolers\">cooler<\/a> to keep beer, wine and liquor cold is another thoughtful gift for a Downtowner.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=coolers&amp;n=14335431&amp;i=B0009KF48O&amp;x=Kelsyus_Floating_Cooler\">floating cooler<\/a> (pictured at left) is a great way to keep your beer cold in the summer at the swimming pool<\/li>\n<li>If you know someone who likes to throw big parties, you can give them a huge <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=coolers&amp;n=14335431&amp;i=B000G64FJK&amp;x=Coleman_100_Quart_Xtreme_Wheeled_Cooler_Blue\">100-quart wheeled cooler<\/a><\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=coolers&amp;n=14335431&amp;i=B000FJVKZ0&amp;x=Cooler_Soft_36can\">36-can soft cooler<\/a> is another great idea<\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=hidkitchen&amp;n=284507&amp;i=B000F6RXBI&amp;x=IGLOO_Maxcold_Max_Pack_Cooler\">cooler backpack<\/a> is a great way to carry booze to outdoor events such as the annual Downtown Wine Race in April<\/li>\n<li>Or how about a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=hidsport&amp;n=3375301&amp;i=B001KJDCSC&amp;x=The_Remote_Controlled_Beverage_Cooler\">remote-controlled cooler<\/a> that will fetch your beer for you<\/li>\n<li>Or give the ultimate cooler gift, a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=motorcoolers&amp;x=Electric_Cooler_Scooter_Motorized_Cooler\">motorized cooler scooter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Thousands more coolers <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=coolers&amp;x=Coolers\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Other thoughtful gifts for Downtowners include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=hangover&amp;x=Hangover_Cures\">Hangover cures<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A book called <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=drinkinggames&amp;n=1000&amp;i=0312382294&amp;x=The_Imbible_Drinking_Games_for_Times_Youll_Never_Remember_with_Friends_Youll_Never_Forget\">The Imbible<\/a> which bills itself as &#8220;drinking games for times you&#8217;ll never remember with friends you&#8217;ll never forget&#8221;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=books&amp;n=1000&amp;i=1594481423&amp;x=The_Modern_Drunkard\">Modern Drunkard<\/a>, the book version of the magazine<\/li>\n<li>Or how about a book on t<a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=books&amp;n=1000&amp;i=0307238539&amp;x=Great_American_Beer_50_Brands_That_Shaped_the_20th_Century\">he 50 beer brands that shaped the 20th century<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Or a book on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=books&amp;n=1000&amp;i=1575029863&amp;x=Drunk_Driving_Defense_How_to_Beat_the_Rap\">how to beat the rap if you get a DUI<\/a> (that&#8217;s actually a present for Cordovans, since Downtowners don&#8217;t drive to bars.\u00a0 Also, side note to Susie, is the author a relative of yours?)<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=guides&amp;n=1000&amp;i=0910627959&amp;x=The_Professional_Bartenders_Handbook_A_Recipe_for_Every_Drink_Known_Including_Tricks_and_Games_to_Impress_Your_Guests\">Professional Bartenders&#8217; Handbook<\/a> not only teaches how to mix drinks, but also the &#8220;tricks of the trade&#8221; of being a bartender<\/li>\n<li>Then there&#8217;s a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=guides&amp;n=1000&amp;i=1593372531&amp;x=The_Low_Carb_Bartender_Carb_Counts_For_Beer_Wine_Mixed_Drinks_And_More\">Low Carb Bartenders&#8217; Handbook<\/a> for people like my health guru AL<\/li>\n<li>This <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=barsets&amp;n=289731&amp;i=B000UD1GEG&amp;x=Pinzon_9_Piece_Stainless_Steel_Cocktail_Bar_Set\">9-piece cocktail set<\/a> is a great gift for the Downtowner who throws parties<\/li>\n<li>As is an <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=shakersmixers&amp;n=289733&amp;i=B000VWAK6Q&amp;x=Waring_Pro_WM007_Professional_Electric_Martini_Maker\">electric martini maker<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>As is a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=wineopeners&amp;x=Wine_Openers_Corkscrews\">wine opener<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=wineopeners&amp;x=Wine_Openers_Corkscrews\">T<\/a>his <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=beerglasses&amp;n=13217731&amp;i=B001DK6Q54&amp;x=1_Liter_Plastic_Beer_Boot_w_Lanyard_Das_Boot\">beer boot<\/a> is a great way to enjoy beer as they do at Oktoberfest<\/li>\n<li>Or maybe the recipient would like a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=beerglasses&amp;n=13217731&amp;i=B000H6VP10&amp;x=Cuisinox_GLA480_Double_Walled_Beer_Stein\">double-walled beer stein<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Or maybe a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.midsouthalcoholicsupply.com\/index.php?c=beerglasses&amp;n=13217731&amp;i=B000YO5PCK&amp;x=Simpsons_Pint_Glass_Drinking_Game\">Simpsons pint glass that&#8217;s also a drinking game<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/tiger_watch.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-2828\" style=\"float: left; border: 0; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;\" title=\"tiger_watch\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/tiger_watch.jpg?resize=106%2C150\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>For Downtowners who are Memphis Tigers fans, why not give the gift of time?\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegelogowatches.com\/index.php?c=memphis&amp;x=Memphis_Tigers_watch\">You can choose from about 100 Memphis Tigers watches here.<\/a> Or you can buy <a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegelogojewelry.com\/index.php?c=memphis&amp;x=Memphis_Tigers_jewelry\">Memphis Tigers jewelry<\/a>, choosing from a selection of earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants, and charms.\u00a0 If you&#8217;re more into pro teams, you can shop for Memphis Grizzlies <a href=\"http:\/\/www.basketballteamwatches.com\/index.php?c=grizzlies&amp;x=Memphis_Grizzlies_watch\">watches<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.basketballteamjewelry.com\/index.php?c=grizzlies&amp;x=Memphis_Grizzlies_jewelry\">jewelery<\/a>, or you can commemorate the Tennessee Titans&#8217; amazing season with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.footballteamwatches.com\/index.php?c=titans&amp;x=Tennessee_Titans_watch\">watches<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.footballteamjewelry.com\/index.php?c=titans&amp;x=Tennessee_Titans_jewelry\">jewelry<\/a>.\u00a0 Are you a fan of some other team?\u00a0 Find what you&#8217;re looking for here:\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegelogowatches.com\/\">College watches<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegelogojewelry.com\/\">college jewelry<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.footballteamwatches.com\/\">NFL watches<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.footballteamjewelry.com\/\">NFL jewelry<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.basketballteamwatches.com\/\">NBA watches<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.basketballteamjewelry.com\/\">NBA jewelry<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hockeyteamwatches.com\/\">NHL watches<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hockeyteamjewelry.com\/\">NHL jewelry<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.baseballteamwatches.com\/\">Major League Baseball watches<\/a>&#8230; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.baseballteamjewelry.com\/\">Major League baseball jewelry<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/pool_training_ball.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-2838\" style=\"float: left; border: 0; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;\" title=\"pool_training_ball\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/pool_training_ball.jpg?resize=96%2C150\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Do you know someone who consistently loses at pool, over and over again, to the point of embarrassment?\u00a0 I do.\u00a0 His name&#8217;s Pete.\u00a0 But anyway, a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.howtolearnpool.com\/index.php?c=trainingball&amp;n=3375301&amp;i=B00065DNXK&amp;x=Rempe_Training_Ball\">pool training ball<\/a> is a great gift to help that person improve their game.\u00a0 It will teach them where to shoot for different types of English and bank shots.\u00a0 Or you may want to get a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.howtolearnpool.com\/index.php?c=armtrainer&amp;x=Pool_Aim_Trainers\">paper arm trainer<\/a> that they can lay on the table itself to help direct their shots.\u00a0 If you want to go high-tech, you can get them an <a href=\"http:\/\/www.howtolearnpool.com\/index.php?c=electronic&amp;x=Electronic_Pool_Aim_Training\">electronic pool training aid<\/a>, or a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.howtolearnpool.com\/index.php?c=electronic&amp;n=3375301&amp;i=B000WPZYUO&amp;x=CueSight_Laser_Sighted_Cue_Case_Extras\">laser-sighted cue stick<\/a> to help them line up shots.\u00a0 Maybe a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.howtolearnpool.com\/index.php?c=videos&amp;x=Pool_Training_Videos\">pool training video<\/a> is what they need.\u00a0 Or maybe you can confuse them with a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.howtolearnpool.com\/index.php?c=fun&amp;n=3375301&amp;i=B00065DNZI&amp;x=Action_Crazy_8_Ball\">crazy 8 ball<\/a> that doesn&#8217;t behave like a normal ball when hit.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/tube_top.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-2839\" style=\"float: left; border: 0; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;\" title=\"tube_top\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.paulryburn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/11\/tube_top.jpg?resize=115%2C150\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>When you give a hot girl a tube top, you&#8217;re not only giving a gift to her, but to men in general.\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tubetopboutique.com\/shop.php\">The Tube Top Boutique<\/a> has hundreds of tube tops in all shapes and sizes, and has recently added tube tops being sold on eBay for an even larger selection.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.skank-o-ween.com\/\">Skank-o-ween costume store<\/a> has hundreds of skanky outfits.\u00a0 These would make great gifts to your girlfriend if you enjoy seeing her dressed up as a slut in the privacy of your own home.\u00a0 Better yet, dress her up and bring her out in public so we can have a look too!\u00a0 Slutty costumes: They&#8217;re not just for Halloween.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-2269484-10422977\" target=\"_top\">Restaurant.com<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.lduhtrp.net\/image-2269484-10422977\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/> sells $25 gift certificates to popular restaurants for only $10.  They&#8217;re a way to give your family and friends great dining experiences while saving 60%.\u00a0 Big Foot Lodge, Blue Fin, Blue Plate Cafe, Cafe 61, Circa, Green Beetle, Ground Zero, McEwen&#8217;s, Onix, Papa Pia&#8217;s, The Pier, Safari, Sauces, Silky O&#8217;Sullivan&#8217;s, Stella, Superior Bar on Beale, and TGI Friday&#8217;s are among the Downtown restaurants that are part of the program; there are dozens more elsewhere in Memphis.  The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-2269484-10534603\" target=\"_top\">Dinner of the Month on Restaurant.com<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.lduhtrp.net\/image-2269484-10534603\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/> lets you give the gift of dining out once a month for 3, 6, or 12 months.<\/p>\n<p>More thoughtful gift ideas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/compact-camera-reviews-super-zoom-cameras-including-panasonic-lumix-and-others\/\">pocket-sized digital camera with super zoom<\/a><\/li>\n<li>An <a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/electric-blanket-reviews-electric-throw-blanket-reviews-and-electric-mattress-pad-reviews\/\">electric blanket<\/a> is a thoughtful present for people who tend to be cold all the time<\/li>\n<li>If you know a coffee lover, how about a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/keurig-and-senseo-single-serve-coffee-machine-reviews-keurig-b60-keurig-b70-and-other-recommendations\/\">single serve coffee maker<\/a>?<\/li>\n<li>If you know someone who&#8217;s too lazy to vacuum, get them a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/robotic-vacuum-cleaner-reviews-the-irobot-roomba-dirt-dog-and-scooba\/\">robotic vacuum cleaner<\/a>.\u00a0 Also a great gift for anyone who has a cat<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/best-outdoor-turkey-fryer-and-electric-turkey-fryer-products\/\">Outdoor turkey fryers<\/a> are popular this time of year<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/best-noise-canceling-headphones-audio-technica-ath-anc7-koss-pro-4aa-headphones-and-more\/\">Noise canceling headphones<\/a> make thoughtful gifts for people who crave peace and quiet<\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.savingconsumerstime.com\/2008\/10\/portable-alcohol-breath-tester-digital-breathalyzer-and-breathalyzer-keychain-reviews\/\">pocket breathalyzer<\/a> might be a good gift if you know someone who doesn&#8217;t use good judgment about driving after they drink<\/li>\n<li>Last but not least, check out some of the great deals at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doodoostore.com\/\">The Doo Doo Store<\/a>.\u00a0 They have the book <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doodoostore.com\/index.php?c=unclejohn&amp;n=1000&amp;i=1583940537&amp;x=Walter_the_Farting_Dog\">Walter the Farting Dog<\/a> for only 71 cents, and you can get <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doodoostore.com\/index.php?c=unclejohn&amp;n=1000&amp;i=0898154278&amp;x=What_Bird_Did_That_A_Drivers_Guide_to_Some_Common_Birds_of_North_America\">What Bird Did That? A Driver&#8217;s Guide to Common Birds of North America<\/a> for only a penny.\u00a0 They also have a collection of unique <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doodoostore.com\/index.php?c=featuredseats&amp;x=Featured_toilet_seats\">toilet seats<\/a> that would make interesting gifts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Hope this list helps you get started&#8230; happy shopping, and a happy holiday season!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s Black Friday!\u00a0 Hopefully you&#8217;re not hopping in the SUV to head to Target or Best Buy or the mall for the 5 AM Black Friday sale &#8211; that kind of thing is SO Cordova.\u00a0 To help you locate gifts for Downtowners, I&#8217;ve decided to put together a Black Friday shopping guide. 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