> OK, earlier, I went to the village thinking I could buy something with the credit note, but could not, when I returned the glasses for the reward I thought this is it, but I have tried every available option in all the stores and cannot buy anything. How do I remedy this, and does that antique store EVER open? and any other hints about anything would be helpful. Haven't figured out anything about the Sphinx or any locks.\Inventory is: gold, iron and silver keys,credit note and money, acorns, bird seed, lavenderl,pocket knife, tourist brochure and both maps (maze and House}

Did you re-visit the lawn just west of the driveway? Give your inventory. You need to get something on the lawn. Then go back to the maze and use what you found. Hint --- The Birdhouse in the Maze. Maybe buried treasure? That shop will open when you have what you need.