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That was a creative thing to do back in the day. It'd be cheaper than flying today without the hassle.

posted by FormerStudentIntern on December 11, 2025 at 8:56 AM | link to this | reply

Some one

Yes some ideas are fairly ridiculous when it comes to the practicality.

posted by C_C_T on December 11, 2025 at 4:40 AM | link to this | reply

Oh wow, what trusting parents. I could not do that! 

posted by sam444 on December 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM | link to this | reply

This is a new one for me as well, and I wonder if it happened in Australia. I know my parents would never have let either Big sister or myself be parcel posted anywhere!

posted by Kabu on December 10, 2025 at 12:43 PM | link to this | reply

Good Afternoon

Wow!  This is amazing!  I had no idea!  I've learned something new today.

posted by Goldiec on December 10, 2025 at 11:05 AM | link to this | reply