Ah, but FAO has re-opened, and it has re-captured some of the splendor of yesteryear...
I just went to Toys-R-Us because:
1) It's closer to my office
2) They carry the toys and games that suit my nephew
3) They have messenger service in Manhattan. BIG factor when buying large items...I just have them wrap everything and deliver the packages to my doorman. The cost is surprisingly little - I would spend at least that much in taxi cabs to and from...
"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."