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Today, I went out with friends to Commercial Street. We saw a nice toy shop tucked in the corner and it was stocked with an array of things that would make any child happy. Even I was tempted on seeing so many choices.
These days, whenever I have to buy a birthday gift (which seems to be too often, thanks to kiddo’s network of friends), I am always amazed and confused. There are too many choices offered. All items are attractively packed and presented. They tempt the viewer. They are supposed to have won awards and miraculously turn children into geniuses.
Parties Today
Parties today have also grown into lavish events. These days birthday parties are a big deal. Parents and children compete to throw elaborate theme-based parties. All these parties include complicated menus, entertainment, decorations and lavish return gifts.
Party decorations like balloons and streamers and goody bags have an exclusive shop. Planning a party? Well, you just need to come up with a theme. For example: Mickey Mouse, Barbie, Winnie – the Pooh, Race Cars, Dolphins etc. The shop would provide all the required things in the theme picked by you.
Me Then and Now
Seeing the toy shops and parties of today, reminded me of my own childhood. I grew up in time when there was limited access to shops and choosing things. There were very limited toys available in the market. Dolls and kitchen sets and skipping ropes, cars and trains and balls.
Birthday parties were a lot more simpler when I was growing up. It was all about enjoying the day. Mom would cook some delicacies at home and we would enjoy the food. Laughter and giggles and happiness will be abundant. Cake would be cut and distribute among friends.
I lament over the fact that the days of simple gifts and parties are over. Today’s children (my kiddo included) live in a world overloaded with gifts and themes and perfection. I wonder what the next generation of kids will be like.
These days, whenever I have to buy a birthday gift (which seems to be too often, thanks to kiddo’s network of friends), I am always amazed and confused. There are too many choices offered. All items are attractively packed and presented. They tempt the viewer. They are supposed to have won awards and miraculously turn children into geniuses.
Parties Today
Parties today have also grown into lavish events. These days birthday parties are a big deal. Parents and children compete to throw elaborate theme-based parties. All these parties include complicated menus, entertainment, decorations and lavish return gifts.
Party decorations like balloons and streamers and goody bags have an exclusive shop. Planning a party? Well, you just need to come up with a theme. For example: Mickey Mouse, Barbie, Winnie – the Pooh, Race Cars, Dolphins etc. The shop would provide all the required things in the theme picked by you.
Me Then and Now
Seeing the toy shops and parties of today, reminded me of my own childhood. I grew up in time when there was limited access to shops and choosing things. There were very limited toys available in the market. Dolls and kitchen sets and skipping ropes, cars and trains and balls.
Birthday parties were a lot more simpler when I was growing up. It was all about enjoying the day. Mom would cook some delicacies at home and we would enjoy the food. Laughter and giggles and happiness will be abundant. Cake would be cut and distribute among friends.
I lament over the fact that the days of simple gifts and parties are over. Today’s children (my kiddo included) live in a world overloaded with gifts and themes and perfection. I wonder what the next generation of kids will be like.
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