Kay Tastrophe Secret Holiday Exchange

[Rappaccini's Daughter]

It's that time of year again, the holiday season. No matter what holiday you celebrate -- Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, Yule, Annual Pick Yer Butt Day, whatever -- you can choose to participate in KT's Secret Holiday Exchange!

Cutoff date for signup is November 26th so I can get names drawn and PMs sent out. Participants should aim for a mid-December trip to the post office so recipients get their gifts by the end of the year.
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RULES:

Gifts must come to around $20 USD, I'd say no less than $15 but anything over $20 is up to you. Multiple small items on a wish list that come to $20, like two books and a figurine or something similar, that'd be ok, but if anybody decides to be a prankster and sends $20 worth of toilet paper rolls I will wield the Expulsionhammer in a swift and furious fashion, not that I think any of my cadets would pull something like that.

Shipping is an expense not figured into that $20 USD guideline, so for those who get a person abroad, it'd probably be smart to buy online and have it shipped locally.

You may or may not choose to reveal who you are when you send your gift. That won't be posted afterwards or anything. However, whether you know who sent you what or not, I'd make sure to post a nice acknowledgement of receipt and thank you once you get your fun stuff, so we can all be sure the gift got where it needed to.
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Questions? Want to sign up? Post it here, in this thread. Also, those who are participating, please start posting your wish lists/ideas here as well.

Here's to the spirit of comraderie and friendship amongst our cadets! :cheerssoldiers:

[Keeper of Secrets]

I'm in, baby! Just make sure Limper - that cheap fuck - doesn't get my name. :)

[Atropine Mama]

Is Limper the bastard who sent the twenty spot in toilet paper last year? :wasntme:

I'm in, too! :yay: I really like seeing people's wish lists and preferences in these kinds of threads. It's interesting, it gives me more of a sense of who each of you are.

[FeatsofClay]

I'm in. I think most folks know where my interests lie. :)

[Keeper of Secrets]

I'm in. I think most folks know where my interests lie. :)

I will get you a trip to West Virginia.

[Space Cadet B^3]

Sounds fun! I'm gonna go off and try to update my wish list!

[Droid101]

I'm in, it was fun the year I ran it on Nothingland.

My Amazon Wishlist (http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/registry.html/002-0371106-6114415?ie=UTF8&type=wishlist&id=31A3YTHWJGPQK)

ThinkGeek Wish List (http://www.thinkgeek.com/brain/gimme.cgi?wid=81d627c73) (In Progress)

[Ancalagon]

I missed this event in the past - not this time!

Ancalagon

[Merganser]

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[Harry]

Why not? I was thinking of not doing this if it came up again this year, because for the most part, this has been a truly horrid year so far and does not promise to get better anytime soon. My mood has generally been quite lousy of late.

But it occurs to me that that may be precisely the best reason to be involved with the gift exchange again.

Count me in.

[Janos]

Is Limper the bastard who sent the twenty spot in toilet paper last year? :wasntme:

That would be an awesome and memorable gift actually. Or a whole box full of something random.

[Squash Cop]

I'm in. Send lawyers, guns and money.

Edit: Here' my Amazon wish list (http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/2JDVWAG4P2R9E/ref=cm_reg_rd-upd?ie=UTF8&msgid=updated).

[Brynja]

Count me in.

[Pigs in Space]

BA and I are in, as long as noone objects to finding stores in Oz to do it through.

It's not hard at all for us to do it through US amazon or anything.

Or Denmark, Sweden, or wherever you other really tall people are right now.

[Martin]

Put me down as well. Perhaps this will be enough to give me a boot in the ass to remind me to send out another package that I've been meaning to send out.

EDIT: If it would help, my cooking wish list (http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3FV3I8GG2P5CS) & my more mainstream wishlist (http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3P1PSWKUU0QZV/ref=cm_wl_rlist_go)

[Pigs in Space]

Put me down as well. Perhaps this will be enough to give me a boot in the ass to remind me to send out another package that I've been meaning to send out.

Marajuana does not go in boogy board bags.

[Ancalagon]

hmmm...

For our abroad friend, does it mean that I (and some others) should make up some kind of wish list on some amazon like site?

Ancalagon

[Pigs in Space]

Not if it's something that can be easily bought anywhere... online.

[Martin]

Marajuana does not go in boogy board bags.

I don't have eyes that striking, I don't go to Bali and I haven't smoked any in nearly fifteen years.

[Martin]

Not if it's something that can be easily bought anywhere... online.

http://www.cellarbrations.com.au/

It's the gift for every season.

[azrael]

I"m not around here much, but I'm willing to get involved...

[Rappaccini's Daughter]

Last day for signup! Everyone who'd like to participate, post today -- I'm drawing names out of a camo-lace bra C-cup tomorrow, bright and early!

[Keeper of Secrets]

Have we had the drawing yet?

[Rappaccini's Daughter]

Drawing is done! Only a week late! :o Very sorry for the delay, folks.

Post your wish lists or ideas if you haven't already done so, and please PM me your mailing address so I can PM it to the person who is shopping for you! Thanks, everyone! Have fun!

[Atropine Mama]

My Amazon wishlist (http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3C5BB7IFC6ZFN)

My ThinkGeek wishlist (http://www.thinkgeek.com/brain/gimme.cgi?wid=81d63308a)

No obligation to go by the wishlists, though. I will be excited about anything my secret santa sends me! Wheeee!

[Space Cadet B^3]

I have a sort of wish list going, but please feel free to improvise:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/1T8MC3FYD3Q06

Happy Holidays!

[Brynja]

As always I am all about the quirky- fun, different and not bank busting.

I got lovely and wild socks last year from Coops and BA (thanks again!)

So socks, hair doodads, odd homegoods, whatever!

If it tickles your fancy, have at- it is the sentiment that means something to me not the gift itself.

[Merganser]

Well, my amazon wishlist is a confusing welter of storage items. I don't want to clean it up for use here, nor do I want to start a new one. So I's just gonna list things.

Book: All Shot Up, by Chester Himes
Book: The Big Gold Dream, by Chester Himes
CD: At the House of the Clerkenwell Kid, by The Real Tuesday Weld

oh Christ this isn't working. It appears that most of my literary wants are hideously expensive out-of-print crap like the complete diary (none of this abridged shit) of Samuel Pepys. It's ten volumes and probably costs a fortune. Oh well, whatever - I'm an easy going fellow, I'm sure I'll enjoy whatever someone gets me. I like the same sorts of things other people here enjoy, I think.

oh yeah, p.s.: Ancalagon - if you got me, please send Bianca Beauchamp. Let me know what day, though, so I can be at home to receive the crate. ;)
Don't forget the air holes.

[Black Angel]

I'm pretty happy with whatever I'm given - similar to Brynja's thoughts, it's the sentiment, not the actual gift that counts!

As a general guideline I like reading (fantasy, sci fi, mystery, historical fiction), listening to music (got a cool CD from Harry Joy last year of local music from his area which rocked), Christmassy stuff in general, horses, gardening, alcohol, funky clothes/jewellery, things from your local area...

Hope that helps! Sorry we don't have any wishlist/amazon things here in Aus yet. :(

[FeatsofClay]

Art stuff here. Books, supplies, pretties, just about anyMcthing.

[Ancalagon]

oh yeah, p.s.: Ancalagon - if you got me, please send Bianca Beauchamp. Let me know what day, though, so I can be at home to receive the crate. ;)
Don't forget the air holes.

:lol:

I can guarantee you that if I had her at hand, I wouldn't send her to you. In fact, I probably wouldn't be posting here ;)

This goes for Jean Bardot too. Unless she's being lippy again.

[Merganser]

:lol:

I can guarantee you that if I had her at hand, I wouldn't send her to you. In fact, I probably wouldn't be posting here ;)

This goes for Jean Bardot too. Unless she's being lippy again.

Ah, some spirit o' giving you've got!

[Martin]

CD: At the House of the Clerkenwell Kid, by The Real Tuesday Weld

You know, I knew that there was something I liked about you.

[Keeper of Secrets]

Here's my wishlist via Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/ref=gno_listpop_wi/105-6803363-0693216

[Droid101]

Here's my wishlist via Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/ref=gno_listpop_wi/105-6803363-0693216

I'm having trouble fitting the butt plug/anal nitrate combo into a USPS Priority Mail envelope. :what:

[Keeper of Secrets]

I'm having trouble fitting the butt plug/anal nitrate combo into a USPS Priority Mail envelope. :what:

Just keep tryin' man. Besides, if you can't then it ain't much of a butt plug, now is it?

[Merganser]

Here's my wishlist via Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/ref=gno_listpop_wi/105-6803363-0693216

Wow, you like all the same stuff I like! Oh wait, that link takes me to my wishlist. Keeper, stop stalking me!

[Harry]

I don't have a wish list anywhere, as I really don't shop online anywhere but NKG, but my likes and dislikes should be fairly apparent. I like good music, mainly of the "No Depression" country/rock variety or progressive rock ala King Crimson. I read a LOT. Mainly what I consider to be hard science fiction - most fantasy gives me hives. I rarely watch movies at home anymore, preferring to go to the cinema, but when I do it tends to be Westerns, usually old school. You can't go wrong with RPGs, as long as it is, again, old school. I no longer buy 3.5 products.

Last year I eschewed putting a wish list out, as it's not something that makes me feel very good, and the person who gifted me did rather well regardless, but afterwards I decided that it was rude of me to make it so hard on the person trying to find me something. It was only because the person had a long memory that they were able to pick something that suited me.

[Merganser]

I'd just like to point out that I've completed the first phase of Covert Claus, and all I need is the address of the poor unfortunate schlob who is stuck receiving a package of duck parts.

[Martin]

Same. I've already decided what I'm getting Keeper of Secrets.

. . .


Ooo, I wasn't supposed to actually write out who was getting the present, was I?

[Keeper of Secrets]

Same. I've already decided what I'm getting Keeper of Secrets.

. . .


Ooo, I wasn't supposed to actually write out who was getting the present, was I?


I guess if its not the aforementioned butt plug, we're good. Apparently, I am already getting one.

[Martin]

No worries, mate. It's a completely different buttplug entirely.

[Space Cadet B^3]

I'd just like to point out that I've completed the first phase of Covert Claus, and all I need is the address of the poor unfortunate schlob who is stuck receiving a package of duck parts.
I too could use an address...

[Brynja]

Ditto

[Droid101]

In case my person didn't get me my gift yet, I'd also like an X-Large Portal T-Shirt, or the Aperture Science parking permit kit from: http://store.valvesoftware.com/

Also, any items on my wish list at Amazon or ThinkGeek still apply (see my first post in this thread).

And I also need an address to send these crude oil-soaked chicken necks.

[Rappaccini's Daughter]

Alrighty, cadets, our exchange seems to be rolling along nicely! Some secret santas have asked me if I could help them coax out a few more ideas for their shopping, so could Merganser and azrael please step forward with some revealing tidbits about their preferences in goodies?

Thanks, everyone, this is great fun! :D

[azrael]

I have wishlists at amazon and think geek searchable by the name you got for the address...

also ahve one at tombihn.com, but I know most of that stuff is a bit pricier, but I put it out here in case there are other bag whores in the area looking for a great company...

of course i"m always thrilled with home made things...

general tastes are urban fantasy and cyber punk
world of darkness books(I have most of the WOD books, and a decent number of vamp books)

also interested in setting books for savage worlds, and any obscure rule set that deals with one of my prefered genres
musically I"m a hiphop kid, but have an appreciation for classic rock and old country, and techno...

t shirts I"m an xl, unless they run small, and I try to avoid gamer black, just on principle

hope that helps:)

[Space Cadet B^3]

Well, mine's on it's way, I hope the merchant and shipper play nice to speedily deliver someone a good dose of holiday joy!

[Harry]

I'm going to need an address as well, but no hurry. As long as I have it by Monday night. I plan on doing my time in the post office line Tuesday.

[Droid101]

Well Jellyfish, I hope you enjoy the "Goatse for Dummies" book I sent ya.

[Space Cadet B^3]

Well Jellyfish, I hope you enjoy the "Goatse for Dummies" book I sent ya.
Ooh, that's gonna be one hell of a regift! :)

[Merganser]

Huh, I don't really know what else to say.
I like little doodads from Thinkgeek, or that sort of thing
Um, let's see.. I don't have any books on the history of France between the Carolingians and the Revolution. That might be nice. I think I mentioned some stuff by Chester Himes earlier in the thread. Oh, some stuff by Molière would be nice. Or Appian's The Civil Wars, or Cassius Dio's Reign of Augusuis.

I don't have a useful wishlist or anything. Really, I do have too many books, more than I'm likely to be able to read, but you know how it is.

I hope that's good. I can't really think of what else to say, heh.

[Pigs in Space]

So... for me... god I'm useless.

I like football, porno, and books about war. I got an average house with a nice hardwood floor.

yeah, anyway....

There is always online liquor (http://cellarbrations.com.au/ ?) I am quite in favour of that. Anyone that can get me kummel or goldschlaeger can be my best friend. Or any booze that is equally as cool.

Other than that, stuff from here is good: http://oxfamshop.org.au/
Or even you could donate in my name:
http://www.oxfamunwrapped.com.au/
http://www.worldvision.com.au/Smiles/GiftCatalogue/Default.aspx

Yanno, buy me a chicken for an african kid or something. :)

[Black Angel]

So my gift is sent - however no option to put who it is from or write a note, so someone will be getting a surprise in a week or so! :)

[Martin]

Yanno, buy me a chicken for an african kid or something. :)

I was worried for a second. I misread the 'for' as an 'or.'

[Keeper of Secrets]

My gift showed up - the Dr. Who episode, Robots of Death! Thankyouthankyouthankyou to my sweet Secret Santa!

[Space Cadet B^3]

I'm starting to get irritated with my merchant, my order is placed, money's spent, but it still says "processing" and I've had no reply to my e-mail inquiry and they didn't answer the phone today when I called.

[Merganser]

Woo! I just received what I presume must be my Covert Claus present:

http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/lights/5cf2/

That is, unless weird random Australians are sending me stuff. Thanks Black Angel!

Unless Coopers has a girl's name, that is.

Oh yeah I forgot. This this is great because I don't drive, see. My wife and I seem to do a lot of longish trips at night (driving back from New York City, for example) and it's dark. Hopefully this doodad will let me read without disturbing her.

[Black Angel]

Wow that was super-quick! I only ordered it 2 days ago! I was hoping that would come in handy for all the books, glad you like it! :)

[FeatsofClay]

Mine is sent and someone should recieve it on Monday...and then another package shortly thereafter. :)

[azrael]

I am guessing I got my gift, so thank you secret santa... sadly I'm not around here enough to recognize a real name instead of a screen name...

haven't gotten a chance to watch eldorado yet, but I'm psyched because I haven't seen it in years

and wyclef's carnival albums continue to please:)

it hasn't left my play list since it arrived a couple of days ago

would have been here sooner, but, finals and all that

thanks again:D

[Space Cadet B^3]

I finally got through to the place where I ordered my gift! Apparently they are "restocking" but I hope my recipient understands I'm doing my best!

[Martin]

My gift showed up - the Dr. Who episode, Robots of Death! Thankyouthankyouthankyou to my sweet Secret Santa!

I'm mildly disconcerted and suspecting that the whole thing is rigged. I don't remember getting you that. I got you the candy cane striped anal intruder.

[Ancalagon]

Hello

For me... I like sweet stuff, liqueur (again sweet, no cream or overly herbal/bitter), swords but that's *way* too expensive (although if you have a pile of money you were going to burn to make more room, the Albion Swords "Munich" with a scabbard would do nicely), latex but see above, books (at the moment, I'm looking at Gotrek and Felix Omnibus II, or Reaper's Gale, or White Night (from the Dresden files)), and movie wise perhaps Eastern Promices (ok it's only out in a few weeks but I can wait), american history X, the bourne ultimatum or the usual suspects.

I'm sure there is something in there that would be reasonably priced, and the list is long enough it's going to be a surprise. If however you want to come up with something more original, don't hesitate :)

Ancalagon

[Droid101]

I've never heard of either of my gifts. Which is why they are now displayed proudly as the centerpiece of my entertainment center.

Thank you Santa!!

[Keeper of Secrets]

For me... I like sweet stuff

Awesome! Then you will love the jizz caked candy bar I sent you!

Merry Christmas!

[Squash Cop]

My secret santee may be getting their gift a little late on account of all the snow we've gotten and the fact that I have to fix my truck. :(

[Space Cadet B^3]

Okay, out of nowhere I got my money refunded. With a message saying that what I'd ordered was no longer available. I don't know if I'd recommend RPGShop.com to anyone at this point. Maybe I'm being too judgmental.

Anyway, I apologise to my Santee, but I found the item on another site (the site of the product's creator) and have placed the order again.

I'm soooo sorry for the delay, I'd really hoped it would arrive before the holiday.

[Ancalagon]

My gift recipient will have to be patient, in part due to half the stores being closed on Sunday... stupid snow storm!

[Brynja]

Same with mine, it will be coming!

[azrael]

ok keeper, I feel like an asshole now considering talking with you at gencon... I knew the name sounded familiar, but it is a rather common first name, and I'm horrible with last names...

the traveler guide has arrived now too:)

looks like I might actually be gearing up for leaving the continent for a little while this summer... how to break it to the girlfriend...hmmmm

thank you again...

and to my victim, it will be there a little bit late but will arrive by christmas... finishing up my finals before focusing on this, since I suck at time management

[Atropine Mama]

THANK YOU, COOPERS! I got the sweetest fucking gift! Check it out: The Desktop Carnivorous Plant Set! (http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/science/76c9/)

I love it, thank you, man. Awesome, I'm gonna have so much fun threatening to feed my kids to the plants! :devil:

[FeatsofClay]

THANK YOU, COOPERS! I got the sweetest fucking gift! Check it out: The Desktop Carnivorous Plant Set! (http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/science/76c9/)

I love it, thank you, man. Awesome, I'm gonna have so much fun threatening to feed my kids to the plants! :devil:

That is so cool I can't stand it!

[Atropine Mama]

That is so cool I can't stand it!

Totally. I'm so stoked! Coopers, I love you, man. Nothing shows caring like flesh-eating plants! :D

[Pigs in Space]

Haha! I'm glad you like it. :)

Usually I kind of think that buying from wish lists is a bit uncreative... but yanno, I saw that on yours and thought... who doesn't love carnivorous plants!

It's the best thing evar!

And if it keeps the kids in line... whohoo!

[Martin]

That is so cool I can't stand it!
Ah. I should have got you one of those rather than the Fleshlight and economy size bottle of KY.

Live and learn, I guess.

[Squash Cop]

Mine is sent and someone should recieve it on Monday...and then another package shortly thereafter. :)

I didn't get them untill today because I gave my mother's adress.

Thanks, the book is great and It's my brand of 'stache wax.


Also; I sent my package out Monday, so it might arrive late, but should be before the new year.

[FeatsofClay]

I got mine today!!!!

It was just my size and everything!

Now, if only I could understand the cryptic note that came with it....

[Martin]

I got mine today!!!!

It was just my size and everything!

Now, if only I could understand the cryptic note that came with it....
Dick Blick has a big mouth. I should have known that after he told everyone that my prom date was Venezuelan despite being told that in confidence. Bastard.

I suppose, then, that it'll just be the buttsecks that will be a surprise.

[FeatsofClay]

I got more today and now understand the cryptic note!

Thanks so much to Martin!

[Ancalagon]

I've mailed mine today... sorry.

[Space Cadet B^3]

Holy Schnikes, I came home from holiday shopping with my roommate to find a package on the step!

I opened it up and it was Apples to Apples, the party game, a most excellent game, it made my night!

thanks Secret Santa!

(judging by the e-mail address on the packing receipt, I'm guessing: Azrael?)

Me so happy, me love you long time! ;)

[azrael]

very good:)

and apples to apples arrive... I believe the elves were smoking crack that day, since it was supposed to arrive late, since they were restocking and shouldn't have been in stock until christmas eve...

ignore the note on the one that should get there monday, it's no longer applicable:)

happy holidays:)

[Space Cadet B^3]

It arrived! I am jamming to Weird Al right now! Thanks for "Straight Outta Lynwood"

It Rawks! :D

[azrael]

:D

[Martin]

I now have the methodology at my fingertips to make my own mustards, vinegars, goat cheese and wine thanks to Lost Arts by Lynn Alley. The man who delivered the package to our door gestured at the box and inarticulately mumbled my name to my wife. The package, it appears, had traveled all the way from the deepest, darkest recesses of the Amazon.

Thanks, Secret Santa!

[Ancalagon]

Because I'm away from home I won't get my item until after new year's, so I hope no one hurried on my behalf.

I can't wait :)

[Black Angel]

Well I arrived home today to see a surprise package on the doorstep also, although apparently Australian Customs/Quarantine decided they liked surprise presents too, so sadly I have lost some garlic(...?) and I have to get a plant product(...?!) chemically treated before I can receive it. Sorry to my SS, I guess us Aussies should have said no plant related items... :(

On the bright side, I have a tasty looking jar of maple syrup, an awesome-looking piece of metal art and some funky rocks! :D

Thanks for the quirky gifts! It's now driving me crazy trying to work out who sent them! :D

Edit: From the state & the sig on the box, I'm guessing Squash Cop? Thanks man! They're some cool gifts.

[Harry]

HOLY....

I went looking for a "really big fucking smilie" image in Google, which was a mistake, but I wish I had one anyways.

Received my Secret Santa package today, and when I opened it, no lie, the words that came out of my mouth, speaking to the walls which I don't normally do, was "Holy fucking shit, holy fucking shit!" Made me all tingly.

Secret Santa, you did very well. Perfect present, and a book I've coveted for years - Denizens of Avadnu!

Many, many thanks. :D

[GhostWolf69]

HOLY....

I went looking for a "really big fucking smilie" image in Google, which was a mistake, but I wish I had one anyways.

http://www1.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/437828/2/istockphoto_437828_giant_smiley_big_smile.jpg

There you go pal.

/wolf

[Pigs in Space]

Hey Anc!

I didn't know you were french-canadian! Souffle! Criossant! I speaka-your-languagea-nota-well! :)

So my package from you came on friday - Thanks for the +1 strength token, I am going to take it to work, cos there are some young new ruffians I need to intimidate into making me coffee.

I tried the booze, I don't know how you whacky canadians got lava into that stuff, but it's a good idea. I'm going to try a similar thing with koala's, I just need a license, a still, and a really sharp knife.

And a koala.


The snow - I'm sure it will come in handy, we're going through a heatwave, I heard snow was cold though? It's not as cold as I had expected.

I have to ask about the maple sugar though - do you eat it? Or do you use it as sugar? I've tried both so far, both seem to work.


Thanks!

[Ancalagon]

Hey Anc!

I have to ask about the maple sugar though - do you eat it? Or do you use it as sugar? I've tried both so far, both seem to work.


Thanks!

Do you eat it or use it as sugar? the answer to that question is "yes".

You're welcome! :)

Ancalagon

[Squash Cop]

Well I arrived home today to see a surprise package on the doorstep also, although apparently Australian Customs/Quarantine decided they liked surprise presents too, so sadly I have lost some garlic(...?) and I have to get a plant product(...?!) chemically treated before I can receive it. Sorry to my SS, I guess us Aussies should have said no plant related items... :(

On the bright side, I have a tasty looking jar of maple syrup, an awesome-looking piece of metal art and some funky rocks! :D

Thanks for the quirky gifts! It's now driving me crazy trying to work out who sent them! :D

Edit: From the state & the sig on the box, I'm guessing Squash Cop? Thanks man! They're some cool gifts.
Yeah, that was me. Two bulbs of home grown garlic, sorry you couldn't get them.

[Martin]

The Real Tuesday Weld came to my door mere moments ago and with them came the Clerkenwell Kid. It's been a while, but he has returned. I believe that I spoke the word 'ooo' in joyous anticipation and I've got a smirkish grin on my face.

Thanks aplenty to my very kind, my very generous and my very lovely Secret Santa. You are a delight and your spouse should give you a big hug from me.

[Brynja]

I have been remiss I had a medical bill to pay- my victim will be getting theirs soon.

[Ancalagon]

I've received a note from the post office but I won't have time to go pick the package up (I hope it's the package) for a few days yet... very curious now :D

[Black Angel]

Yey - I got the rest of my pressie today (after being chemically treated by customs). Thanks Squashy for my gourd bowl - very appropriate - and the cool wooden beads & pinecone. I am sorry about the garlic - it would have been nice to try the homegrown good stuff. Obviously customs thought so too which is why they wanted it instead! ;)

Currently I have all my bits & pieces arranged on the windowsill so I can enjoy them each time I look out or pass by. :)

[Squash Cop]

Yey - I got the rest of my pressie today (after being chemically treated by customs).Eewwww, they had to treat you?
Thanks Squashy for my gourd bowl - very appropriate - and the cool wooden beadsSmokee made the beads. I am sorry about the garlic - it would have been nice to try the homegrown good stuff. Obviously customs thought so too which is why they wanted it instead! ;)Did they at least give you the price of the garlic? They owe you $5 American, you know, probably about twenty cents Australian...

Currently I have all my bits & pieces arranged on the windowsill so I can enjoy them each time I look out or pass by. :)Sorry Coop.

[Ancalagon]

so erm, still waiting... :grey: (the package was from another friend)