forget about the Christian spirit of giving.

If you shop at the National Trust Gift Shop on Reid Street, the Trustworthy Shop , you will be giving for a good cause.

They also have a second store in the National Trust Museum in the old Globe Hotel, King's Square, St. George's.

Some of the merchandise is made especially for them such as the Bermuda cedar work.

Exclusive to the Trust is a limited edition of fabulous horse bronzes by the internationally known sculptor, Phyllis Allen Eifert.

Presently they have many Christmas items from toys to Christmas cards and the new architectural book about Sandys Parish entitled, `Sandys, the third volume in the series' .

Trust director, Amanda Outerbridge, said: "The book describes Bermuda's distinctive architecture and its evolution in the west end. It also discusses the history of the parish and the ways it was - and is - different from the rest of the Island.'' The softcover edition is $24.95 while the hardcover is $100.

Anne Holzberger, manager of the Hamilton store, said: "On an average we have donated $25,000 per year to the National Trust. Everything is done by our volunteers who work diligently throughout the year.'' National Trust Christmas Card: Left, flowers by Lady Lefroy and right "Welcoming Smile'' by Frank Small c1900.