It's Time to Open the Gifts!

Before opening all those gaily wrapped packages, here are a few hints to get you through the mountains of ribbon, stuffing, and wrapping.

·       Set a box aside to collect the reusable ribbons, bows, and other package decorations.

·       Most gifts boxes can be flattened and reused throughout the year for other items. Recycle boxes that can't be reused.

·       With all the excitement, people usually tear through the gift wrap, so set aside a large box or bag to collect the torn gift wrap. If there are large uncrumpled pieces of wrap, consider using those pieces for wrapping future gifts.

Submitted by Jennifer Jones, World Bird Sanctuary Volunteer