Not merely a ploy by a credit card company, it is a day to wake up at your normal time and not feel rushed. Walk around the corner to your local coffee shop, enjoy a day out with your family, and support local, family-owned businesses. Ayd Hardware is proud of our family business history, and there are many other "mom and pop shops" in this area that would love you to visit and support them. This is the time of year to be truly thankful for all we have, the life we live, and the friends and family we keep. This country is bolstered by its small businesses. Your support of these stores is all part of making the "American Dream" a reality. I ask that you really consider shopping locally and thinking globally this time of year. Support local business, and remember how lucky we are to live the lives we live with the safety and freedoms we have. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving from all of us at Ayd Hardware, and best wishes for the start of a wonderful holiday season. For more information on Small Business Saturday please visit their website:  www.smallbusinesssaturday.com