Several years ago we bought a large wooden bear carved with a chainsaw, for $50, down in western North Carolina. A lady had a whole yardful with various price tags, and an honor system box. We left her a check and took the bear, which sits in our driveway. There were several such businesses along the road in that area--some selling welded metal yard art, wooden signs, nicknacks, or jams, honey, and jellies. We found the whole thing to be charming and life affirming. How wonderful to be trusted and to show oneself to be trustworthy!

I think the only credible celebrity would could bridge the gap to our young people would be Miley Cyrus.