Gullible suburban mother of four regularly duped in her half-century life. Exploring hoaxes and schemes as the ExSCAMiner, she attempts answering the nagging question: Should I have fallen for that? Got scam tips, email Karin at ScamExaminer@gmail.com.

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The joys of cheap toys

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June 1, 6:49 PM

by Karin Malchow, Scam Examiner

Kids today can satisfy their cheap junk craving with a visit to the doctor's office, getting a birthday party guest goody bag, or buying a hamburger and fries.

Prior generations had to send away for their cheap junk, advertised on the back of cereal boxes or comic books. After a few weeks' anticipation, they learned the hard lesson that cheap junk didn't live up to its hype.

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