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Title: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on October 25, 2015, 08:48:40 PM
Alright folks, it is nearly November, so it is time to start thinking about the holidays!  Last year, I organized a Secret Santa that was fairly well received, so I am back to do it again!  Any and all are welcome to join!

We will run it the same as last year.  We will EXCLUSIVELY use Amazon.com Wish Lists.  There will be a $20-$30 (US Dollar) spending limit.  Once everyone signs up, I will Random.org the list of participants, and distribute the names to everyone.

Here is the link to last year's Secret Santa, for those who didn't participate/need a reminder.

http://www.marksforxcellence.com/boards/index.php?topic=20186.0 (http://www.marksforxcellence.com/boards/index.php?topic=20186.0)


Who wants in?  Who has questions?  Talk to me guys!



OFFICIAL SIGNUPS

1 - Powers
2 - Judge
3 - Bone
4 - Justin
5 - Doug
6 - Adam
7 - Black Death
8 - Rob
9 - Knuckles
10 - Stoner
11 - JDM
12 - Franchise
13 - Josh
14 - Alex
15 - Jag
16 - DQ
17 - Triple B

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on October 25, 2015, 08:54:10 PM
I'm in.  I was thinking about this today and almost scooped you on making a post.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on October 25, 2015, 09:09:59 PM
Been meaning to post this for like 2 weeks, but kept forgetting.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on October 25, 2015, 09:20:32 PM
I kinda wish we were picking our own gifts rather than getting something off a list. Or at least had that option.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on October 25, 2015, 09:44:27 PM
Well last year the consensus was Amazon Wish Lists. I am more than willing to have a discussion about opening that up for this year though!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on October 26, 2015, 06:40:23 AM
You could just put one item on the wish list.... :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Justin on October 26, 2015, 07:47:59 AM
In
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on October 26, 2015, 10:41:54 AM
Oh yes I enjoyed this last year count me in.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Adam Wrong on October 26, 2015, 11:00:18 AM
I'm in
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on October 26, 2015, 11:53:38 AM
In again
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on October 26, 2015, 11:59:23 AM
I'm in this year
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on October 26, 2015, 01:01:05 PM
What does everyone think about Bones proposition to have an option to not use the Amazon Wish List?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on October 26, 2015, 01:37:37 PM
i think it a fine option , having choice not to use the wish list is fine with me , but I will more than likely use the wish list again.   Wish list made it easier to ship things for me
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on October 26, 2015, 02:00:25 PM
I don't think it should be limited to just a wish list
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on October 27, 2015, 10:20:18 AM
ill jump in but i too dont like the idea of being limited to wish lists. how am i supposed to get that person drunk? :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Stoner on October 27, 2015, 10:37:50 AM
I'm in again.  And I don't mind if we use Wishlists or not.  Might be a good idea for people to have a general wishlist made just in case, and then not be 100% committed to getting something off it.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on October 27, 2015, 10:48:09 AM
why dont we just make a "wish list" here in 1 separate discussion thread and the moderator of this thing can give out addresses and go from there or is that a problem with people?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on October 28, 2015, 07:46:54 AM
The reason we did Amazon wish lists was because you could keep your address private and Amazon would handle delivery without revealing it.  Some people have problems with giving out their address and I don't blame them.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on October 28, 2015, 07:52:37 AM
Plus there is a big fraud issue if you pay for a product at one address and have it shipped to another address on another state. That gets flagged and could cause issues.  Not a problem with a wishlist since Amazon does the delivery.  And if you avoid that problem by shipping to your house then you have to pay to ship it out again.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on October 28, 2015, 08:26:24 AM
Count me in!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on October 30, 2015, 04:46:51 PM
In
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on October 30, 2015, 06:23:34 PM
I'm in again. Wish list is fine with me because of the ease of use
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on October 30, 2015, 09:31:36 PM
Okay, for those proposing not using wish lists, how would you propose we handle this?  Everyone PM's me their address, then I distribute them based on who you draw?  Judge makes a point about some people not being okay with giving away their address.

Lets discuss how this might work.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on October 30, 2015, 09:33:43 PM
i like that idea mike
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on October 30, 2015, 10:46:11 PM
I think....so long as you use an official Amazon seller, you can gift whatever you want. You get into trouble if you try to ship something from outside the US though.

So the wishlists can be used as a base, and then you can go from there if you choose.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Alex Smiley on October 31, 2015, 01:10:54 PM
I'll go ahead and join the fun this year, but I have one request (especially if we're talking about not being exclusive to wish lists).

Quote from: Knuckles on October 27, 2015, 10:20:18 AM
ill jump in but i too dont like the idea of being limited to wish lists. how am i supposed to get that person drunk? :p

Whoever has me to send something to, please DO NOT send any form of alcohol. I know the above was more a joke than anything, but I have my reasons (conveniently spoiler tagged so you don't have to read all about it if you don't want to haha):

[spoiler]I don't drink, I don't plan to drink, and we don't keep any alcohol in the house because my dad hasn't had a drop since recovering from a liver issue nearly two years ago.[/spoiler]

Sorry to be a slight downer, just needed to get that off my chest. This will be fun!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on October 31, 2015, 01:31:33 PM
Don't think you can mail alcohol anyway (at least not in my State....alcohol can't cross county lines)

I think it's reasonable for someone to make a list of 'don't get me this, this, or this' for free form gift givers. (or just general guidelines like no alcohol, keep it safe for work, etc. etc. etc.)

For record, in addition to thing I got for Midas off his wish-list I also sent him a pretty custom anklet.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on October 31, 2015, 02:59:46 PM
How about this. When you guys send me your info to distribute to your Santa, also writeup a short "profile" for me to pass along. Sort of a "here's some things I'm into, here's some things I'm definitely NOT into". Along with that, also set up the Amazon Wish List, that your Santa can use if they wish, or just use to get an even better idea of your taste.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on October 31, 2015, 03:26:04 PM
Sounds like a perfect solution.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on October 31, 2015, 04:11:51 PM
love it...

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on October 31, 2015, 04:34:39 PM
sounds good to me
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on November 01, 2015, 08:26:01 AM
That works.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on November 03, 2015, 10:24:06 PM
I'll be in again.

I'll be honest last year this was a huge bright spot for me.  It really helped both in getting that donation for JDM and in the Bills cap from Fnord (which I alternate daily with my Wyoming Cowboys cap). 

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on November 04, 2015, 05:52:04 PM
Yeah, I've been reluctant about this sort of thing in the past, but if it's still open I'm in.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 04, 2015, 10:24:26 PM
Quote from: jagilki on November 03, 2015, 10:24:06 PM
I'll be in again.

I'll be honest last year this was a huge bright spot for me.  It really helped both in getting that donation for JDM and in the Bills cap from Fnord (which I alternate daily with my Wyoming Cowboys cap). 

So glad to hear that Jag!


Quote from: Drama Queen on November 04, 2015, 05:52:04 PM
Yeah, I've been reluctant about this sort of thing in the past, but if it's still open I'm in.

Of course you can be in!


Still plenty of time to join in folks!  Tell your friends!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on November 10, 2015, 08:04:26 AM
Quote from: jagilki on November 03, 2015, 10:24:06 PM
I'll be in again.

I'll be honest last year this was a huge bright spot for me.  It really helped both in getting that donation for JDM and in the Bills cap from Fnord (which I alternate daily with my Wyoming Cowboys cap).

Glad to hear it man! :)

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 15, 2015, 02:58:30 AM
Alright, I'm going to keep this open for another 7-10 days for signups.  I'd like everyone to have your profiles sent to me by NO LATER than December 1st.  Once I have them all, I will randomize the lists and distribute everything!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on November 15, 2015, 09:14:34 AM
ok so how exactly is this gonna work? we send u a wish list and address?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 15, 2015, 03:40:42 PM
Quote from: Mike Powers on October 31, 2015, 02:59:46 PM
How about this. When you guys send me your info to distribute to your Santa, also writeup a short "profile" for me to pass along. Sort of a "here's some things I'm into, here's some things I'm definitely NOT into". Along with that, also set up the Amazon Wish List, that your Santa can use if they wish, or just use to get an even better idea of your taste.

Profile includes your address, an Amazon wish list, along with some information that'll be helpful in selecting a gift (if your Santa chooses not to use the Amazon wish list). Tell Santa about things you like, and also tell him things you definitely don't like (ex. "No alcohol please").

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 25, 2015, 01:31:10 PM
Let's get those profiles in folks. Like I said, I'd like to have them all in by Dec 1st.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 25, 2015, 06:44:37 PM
I've received a few questions about what exactly I need, and some people have sent in only a part of what is needed.  Here is a template to use:



Quote
Name
Address

Link to Amazon Wish List

List of things I like (send me gifts related to/like this!)

List of things I don't like (please don't send me this/things related to this!)



All of the above is required information.  Any further questions please ask, I'll be happy to answer
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on November 25, 2015, 06:46:47 PM
I sent a while ago, I think it was ok?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 25, 2015, 07:07:06 PM
Yours is good Jag.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on November 25, 2015, 07:30:58 PM
I'll have stuff for you by no later than weekend's end.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Justin on November 25, 2015, 10:31:02 PM
Quote from: Doug E Fresh on November 25, 2015, 07:30:58 PM
I'll have stuff for you by no later than weekend's end.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on November 26, 2015, 11:49:42 AM
Same.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on November 29, 2015, 01:41:32 PM
when will this be?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on November 29, 2015, 01:47:15 PM
Quote from: Knuckles on November 29, 2015, 01:41:32 PM
when will this be?


Quote from: Mike Powers on November 25, 2015, 01:31:10 PM
Let's get those profiles in folks. Like I said, I'd like to have them all in by Dec 1st.


Quote from: Mike Powers on November 25, 2015, 06:44:37 PM
I've received a few questions about what exactly I need, and some people have sent in only a part of what is needed.  Here is a template to use:


Name
Address

Link to Amazon Wish List

List of things I like (send me gifts related to/like this!)

List of things I don't like (please don't send me this/things related to this!)


All of the above is required information.  Any further questions please ask, I'll be happy to answer


here you go knuckles , this should answer your question , wants it by the dec 1st so it would give enough time to get the gifts sent off and arrive before x-mas day
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on November 29, 2015, 02:38:35 PM
ya i figured that, not the type to wait till last minute. i wanna make sure my "secret" gets their thingy :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on November 29, 2015, 04:50:32 PM
I'll have mine in today at some point.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on November 30, 2015, 04:30:27 AM
I've sent everything via email Mike, hope it's what you were looking for
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on November 30, 2015, 10:07:52 AM
Currently in New York with Mrs. Powers. Will look over everyone's submissions when I get home in the next day or two and see where we're at.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on November 30, 2015, 10:58:15 AM
Quote from: Mike Powers on November 30, 2015, 10:07:52 AM
Currently in New York with Mrs. Powers. Will look over everyone's submissions when I get home in the next day or two and see where we're at.

JEALOUS!! Rockefeller plaza must look AMAZING!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on November 30, 2015, 01:02:09 PM
... But you told me you were leaving her for me :'(
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 02, 2015, 10:05:08 PM
Status:

1 - Powers  --  Profile Complete
2 - Judge  --  Profile Complete
3 - Bone  --  Profile Complete
4 - Justin  --  Nothing Submitted
5 - Doug  --  Profile Complete
6 - Adam  --  Profile Complete
7 - Black Death. --  Profile Complete
8 - Rob  --  Profile Complete
9 - Knuckles  --  Profile Complete
10 - Stoner  --  Nothing Submitted
11 - JDM  --  Profile Complete
12 - Franchise  --  Profile Complete
13 - Josh  --  Profile Complete
14 - Alex  --  Profile Complete
15 - Jag  --  Proflie Complete
16 - DQ  --  Profile Complete
17 - Triple B  --  Profile Complete

RED MEANS I HAVE RECEIVED NOTHING FROM YOU

GREEN MEANS YOU'RE MISSING SOMETHING

PLAIN TEXT MEANS YOUR GOOD TO GO



Please refer to the following link for what is required: 
http://www.marksforxcellence.com/boards/index.php?topic=21849.msg374074#msg374074 (http://www.marksforxcellence.com/boards/index.php?topic=21849.msg374074#msg374074)



Let's get them in folks!  Hard deadline will be Saturday Night at 8pm ET.  After that, if I don't have everything I need from you, you will be excluded from the festivities, as I will be distributing everything after that point.

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 02, 2015, 11:14:39 PM
I sent that info to you via the email connected to your MFX account a few days ago
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 03, 2015, 01:09:03 AM
Hmm, I didn't receive an email. Please re-send?

MikeSkinner19@gmail.com

Or a PM here, whichever works.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 03, 2015, 11:10:12 AM
That's the email it sent to. Maybe it's in your spam folder, I will send a PM but can do that till later on this evening.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 03, 2015, 11:49:51 AM
pm sent powers, i hope this helps.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 05, 2015, 01:25:41 AM
It is near last call for Stoner and Justin....
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 07, 2015, 11:09:51 AM
Is it too late to jump in?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on December 07, 2015, 11:25:29 AM
jump jump ...


send this to mike  you should be all good




Name
Address

Link to Amazon Wish List

List of things I like (send me gifts related to/like this!)

List of things I don't like (please don't send me this/things related to this!)



Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 07, 2015, 12:40:34 PM
Will distribute tonight.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 07, 2015, 11:53:32 PM
Everything should be distributed!  If you didn't receive a PM from me, or if you have any questions/problems, please don't hesitate to ask me!!!


Unfortunately, I received nothing from Stoner or Justin, so we will proceed without them.


Once your gift(s) arrive, please post (a pic if you can!) here to let us all know!



MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 08, 2015, 12:28:17 AM
Also, PLEASE remember to set your Amazon Wish List to "public", and have an accurate shipping address listed. We had issues last year, and have already had one so far this year.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 08, 2015, 12:36:55 AM
Just because it's stupid, and hard o find.

List Settings > View Details > Shipping Address.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 08, 2015, 12:50:45 AM
Quote from: jagilki on December 08, 2015, 12:36:55 AM
Just because it's stupid, and hard o find.

List Settings > View Details > Shipping Address.

The public/private settings are in the view details area as well.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 08, 2015, 07:52:43 AM
Quote from: jagilki on December 08, 2015, 12:36:55 AM
Just because it's stupid, and hard o find.

List Settings > View Details > Shipping Address.

Good call on this. I had to change my address from last year on there
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 08, 2015, 10:04:15 AM
Even though mine is still the same, since it was a new list, I had to do it again
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 08, 2015, 10:55:20 AM
ok well that was easy. so and so should get it within the week :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 08, 2015, 02:30:20 PM
Made purchase today. Person may receive as soon as this week (I love amazon two day shipping).
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 08, 2015, 08:23:02 PM
A Santa had trouble with a list. I pm'd the recipient a request to fix, and accidentally cc'd Santa. Now recipient knows who their Santa is.

Secret Santa mod fail. :(

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 08, 2015, 09:23:21 PM
Man I envy you US bastards and your quick standard shipping!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 08, 2015, 09:35:49 PM
Your stuff came relatively quickly to me last year. It's not too bad.

I have prime though, so my recipient will probably get their's on Friday.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on December 08, 2015, 10:07:31 PM
Amazon Prime is the best.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 08, 2015, 10:28:23 PM
Quote from: Judge on December 08, 2015, 10:07:31 PM
Amazon Prime is the best.

word :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 09, 2015, 12:20:08 AM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 08, 2015, 09:35:49 PM
Your stuff came relatively quickly to me last year. It's not too bad.

I have prime though, so my recipient will probably get their's on Friday.

You had cool stuff to buy mate. You better be still using it ;)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on December 09, 2015, 01:29:45 PM
Quote from: Judge on December 08, 2015, 10:07:31 PM
Amazon Prime is the best.

yep

;D
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on December 09, 2015, 10:32:27 PM
Got my order placed.  Yay Amazon has everything.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Adam Wrong on December 10, 2015, 09:22:31 AM
Got my order placed too. Should be sent soon
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 10, 2015, 09:41:21 AM
HA HA! amazon told my my order i place should be delivered today by 8pm. i hope they enjoy it ;) dont forget to post pix..
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Adam Wrong on December 10, 2015, 01:29:15 PM
Mine has already arrived!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 10, 2015, 01:34:02 PM
Quote from: Adam Wrong on December 10, 2015, 01:29:15 PM
Mine has already arrived!

who sent it to u and post pix!!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 10, 2015, 02:07:21 PM
According to Amazon Prime, my recipient will get theirs on 12/15.

Ho Ho Ho, bitches.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 10, 2015, 02:08:39 PM
According to tracking my recipient should have it at their home.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 10, 2015, 02:17:59 PM
My amazon keeps going back and forth. It said tomorrow. It also says 12/16. One day or another it will be there for my recipient. One day... Lol
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 10, 2015, 02:25:55 PM
uhhhh it looks like they split my order for my recipient, so you may only get half your present today, do not despair!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on December 10, 2015, 02:44:54 PM
Quote from: Adam Wrong on December 10, 2015, 01:29:15 PM
Mine has already arrived!

Pics or it didn't happen.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 10, 2015, 05:19:27 PM
Ordering mine tonight once my paycheck clears
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Alex Smiley on December 10, 2015, 06:08:19 PM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 10, 2015, 02:25:55 PM
uhhhh it looks like they split my order for my recipient, so you may only get half your present today, do not despair!

Good, I was wondering what "also something special" meant LOL.

I am working on some details on what I'm sending, should be done this coming week.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 10, 2015, 08:03:32 PM
I did actually get you something off your list....but Amazon split the order for some reason!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Adam Wrong on December 11, 2015, 09:32:33 AM
I'm going to my parents to pick it up
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 11, 2015, 10:02:02 AM
love how excited people r about this. giving and receiving. nice to no im not alone :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 04:26:53 PM
Amazon saw fit to split my order. My recipient should get the first half of their order Dec 17, but the second half comes from a 3rd party vendor and isn't expected to arrive until Jan 8th - Jan 28th  :o

After the person posts that they've received the first half of their gift, I'll reveal myself so that they know that more is coming!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 11, 2015, 05:05:57 PM
Quote from: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 04:26:53 PM
, I'll reveal myself so that they know that more is coming!

this creep anybody else out? LOL <3 mike
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 11, 2015, 05:49:20 PM
(http://i65.tinypic.com/j788zq.jpg)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 11, 2015, 06:19:53 PM
The thermos has wheels!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 11, 2015, 06:26:00 PM
nice jag!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 11, 2015, 06:59:05 PM
That's dope!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 11, 2015, 07:52:01 PM
Nice :)

Well I want to thank my santa for the awesome blender (I needed a new one badly). I've already put it to use, mixed me a banana, almond milk, frozen peas, carrots, sweetcorn, green beans, spinach, strawberries and protein powder. Thanks to the blender all of those things were edible and easily digested  ;D

I did take pictures, but I realize that I don't actually know how to upload them to this site from my phone (me being a tech tard as usual)

But very happy with Santa. Thank you!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 11, 2015, 08:01:26 PM
send them to your computer and do it that way.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 08:06:13 PM
I received my gift today! It's a sweet wireless/digital meat thermometer. Thanks to you, my roasts will always come out a perfect medium rare!

Thanks Doug (the downfall of modding is I know who draws my name), I love it!

Merry Christmas!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 11, 2015, 10:00:42 PM
Quote from: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 08:06:13 PM
I received my gift today! It's a sweet wireless/digital meat thermometer. Thanks to you, my roasts will always come out a perfect medium rare!

Thanks Doug (the downfall of modding is I know who draws my name), I love it!

Merry Christmas!

sweet!!


the person who got my gift got it on the 10th, where r the pix? :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 10:47:49 PM
Also Doug, I'm mildly disappointed in you.  You left off the 'M-O' middle names before Powers.  ;)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 11, 2015, 10:51:46 PM
Quote from: Drama Queen on December 11, 2015, 07:52:01 PM
Nice :)

Well I want to thank my santa for the awesome blender (I needed a new one badly). I've already put it to use, mixed me a banana, almond milk, frozen peas, carrots, sweetcorn, green beans, spinach, strawberries and protein powder. Thanks to the blender all of those things were edible and easily digested  ;D

I did take pictures, but I realize that I don't actually know how to upload them to this site from my phone (me being a tech tard as usual)

But very happy with Santa. Thank you!

Yum! I really need a bullet blender. This is a good reminder! :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 11, 2015, 11:24:03 PM
I just got a piece of paper that says you're an asshole
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 11:44:50 PM
Quote from: Rob on December 11, 2015, 11:24:03 PM
I just got a piece of paper that says you're an asshole


....?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 12, 2015, 12:38:01 AM
Quote from: Rob on December 11, 2015, 11:24:03 PM
I just got a piece of paper that says you're an asshole

My dad must shop at the same store as your secret santa.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 12, 2015, 09:00:25 AM
Quote from: Mike Powers on December 11, 2015, 10:47:49 PM
Also Doug, I'm mildly disappointed in you.  You left off the 'M-O' middle names before Powers.  ;)

Your first name had the M

As for the O...OCTAVIUS
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 12, 2015, 12:05:17 PM
I'm only kidding, I got a book I'd been eyeing up for an absolute age! So happy with it!

Thanks a lot Mr. DQ :D I'd hug you if I could find you
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 12, 2015, 01:32:40 PM
Just ordered mine should hopefully arrive next week
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 12, 2015, 03:58:15 PM
Quote from: Doug E Fresh on December 12, 2015, 09:00:25 AM
Your first name had the M

As for the O...OCTAVIUS

Yeah but it's not in alphabetical order like the rest... :P
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 13, 2015, 01:45:45 PM
amazon says the gift i sent out was delivered and signed on thurs. just wanna make sure that person got it specifically.....and they r happy with it :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 13, 2015, 02:00:04 PM
Once all gifts are received and everyone is happy do we say who sent who's gift?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 13, 2015, 02:13:42 PM
Quote from: Rob on December 13, 2015, 02:00:04 PM
Once all gifts are received and everyone is happy do we say who sent who's gift?

i would think that the cat doesnt come out of the bag until that person shows pix rite?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 13, 2015, 04:02:04 PM
When person posts and says "I got my gift, it was a blah blah, and it's awesome!", that would be the time to let them know it was you.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 13, 2015, 04:44:35 PM
Oh. 

I thought we were going to let people Guess first. 

Anyways, Merry Christmas DQ You Drama Queen.  Glad you like the blender.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 13, 2015, 05:35:46 PM
Quote from: jagilki on December 13, 2015, 04:44:35 PM
Oh. 

I thought we were going to let people Guess first. 

Anyways, Merry Christmas DQ You Drama Queen.  Glad you like the blender.

Thank you jag :)

(and I was way off, I had guessed knuckles in my mind, and that he didn't see the post where I mentioned how happy I am with it lol)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 13, 2015, 07:04:36 PM
Quote from: Rob on December 12, 2015, 12:05:17 PM
I'm only kidding, I got a book I'd been eyeing up for an absolute age! So happy with it!

Thanks a lot Mr. DQ :D I'd hug you if I could find you

Haha, I just realized we weren't supposed to sign the gift cards ;D You're welcome Rob :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 13, 2015, 07:13:34 PM
Most of us sign it I think...
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 13, 2015, 07:32:42 PM
i did
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 13, 2015, 07:41:36 PM
My Mug just came in a box.  No paper or nuffin in with it, so I'm still in the dark,
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 14, 2015, 02:49:15 AM
Quote from: jagilki on December 13, 2015, 07:41:36 PM
My Mug just came in a box.  No paper or nuffin in with it, so I'm still in the dark,

Okay seriously? I'm  alittle disappointed with that cause I signed a gift card and ticked to a box to wrap it!

That's only half by the way. I figured I should say something...`
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 14, 2015, 09:11:43 AM
theres been concern that some people ( at least in the co/utah area) that people have been getting cards that have been opened and stuff removed. if there was something opened id say something. in some cased, money or gift cards were removed and in some, the holiday cards never made it to their destination...

people have no class anymore these days.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on December 14, 2015, 01:39:06 PM
I think I signed mine, not sure if it'll show though. I had to rush sending it so I wouldn't forget before I went out.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 14, 2015, 01:47:43 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/ra6u0l7.png)

Just arrived today, pretty excited to run this campaign.

Gonna guess...

Was it you, Prancy???
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 14, 2015, 02:09:36 PM
that look sick bro :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on December 14, 2015, 02:28:25 PM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 14, 2015, 01:47:43 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/ra6u0l7.png)

Just arrived today, pretty excited to run this campaign.

Gonna guess...

Was it you, Prancy???

Nope, not me.  :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 14, 2015, 02:56:05 PM
Just FYI my gift might not arrive til after Christmas but I know they'll love it
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on December 14, 2015, 03:23:36 PM
Quote from: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 14, 2015, 02:56:05 PM
Just FYI my gift might not arrive til after Christmas but I know they'll love it

same here ... it might be little late , but there going to love it
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 14, 2015, 04:10:14 PM
Oooh the Wifey told me what my gift was (she opened my mail that hooker) and I'll have a pic up later tonight. Said there wasn't any note or slip to indicate who it was from just the gift.

I totally wanted this and again, pic later.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on December 14, 2015, 04:16:00 PM
Quote from: Doug E Fresh on December 14, 2015, 04:10:14 PM
Oooh the Wifey told me what my gift was (she opened my mail that hooker) and I'll have a pic up later tonight. Said there wasn't any note or slip to indicate who it was from just the gift.

I totally wanted this and again, pic later.

This one was me. Sorry about the lack of note. I wanted to get it sent before my three days of chaos that happened. I hope you like it.  :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 14, 2015, 04:52:37 PM
Quote from: Rob on December 14, 2015, 02:49:15 AM
Okay seriously? I'm  alittle disappointed with that cause I signed a gift card and ticked to a box to wrap it!

That's only half by the way. I figured I should say something...`

Second half came today.  Thanks Rob.  This one was gift wrapped and had your note.  I'm sure it was because the split it they did it that way.

No pic yet, but for everybody else it was a TPB of Mighty Avengers.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 14, 2015, 05:00:43 PM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 14, 2015, 01:47:43 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/ra6u0l7.png)

Just arrived today, pretty excited to run this campaign.

Gonna guess...

Was it you, Prancy???

Heh heh heh ;)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 14, 2015, 05:39:12 PM
Quote from: jagilki on December 14, 2015, 04:52:37 PM
Second half came today.  Thanks Rob.  This one was gift wrapped and had your note.  I'm sure it was because the split it they did it that way.

No pic yet, but for everybody else it was a TPB of Mighty Avengers.

I spent about an hour Googling other things that you might like but thought it best to stay to your list :P Glad you liked!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 14, 2015, 06:47:29 PM
Wow again?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 14, 2015, 07:02:48 PM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 14, 2015, 06:47:29 PM
Wow again?

Your gift was wasted on him Jordan... he can't tell the difference between WoW and D&D  :P
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Judge on December 14, 2015, 08:26:49 PM
Got mine!   Let's see...was it Rob?

Koosh pillows are awesome, don't judge...

Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Fnord on December 14, 2015, 08:48:22 PM
Sorry I missed this. I would've so been in! Kudos to all of you guys!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 14, 2015, 10:28:21 PM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 14, 2015, 06:47:29 PM
Wow again?

Oh yeah! There may be something else on its way as well ;)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 14, 2015, 10:56:35 PM
#HYPE

Also Amazon is hilariously splitting a lot of orders this week.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 14, 2015, 11:10:08 PM
So this was my gift. Its the 1910 expansion to the game ticket to ride which is one of my favorites. I was just looking through the box and this is outstanding. Larger tickets, easier for new players, new ways to play, I'm excited to put these to use.

Thanks again Franchise!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 14, 2015, 11:19:54 PM
Oh that's a great game!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on December 14, 2015, 11:30:42 PM
You're welcome!  :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 15, 2015, 09:37:54 AM
Best part is that its a game the lady likes too and usually I cant get her to play games outside of like Scrabble and shit.

We have a ticket to ride night every two weeks with other friends. We're going to start collecting expansions to change it up more. This kicks it off!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 15, 2015, 10:52:37 AM
Amazon claims my present arrives to my recipient today by 8.  Watch your porches!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 15, 2015, 02:13:29 PM
I'll let BD share the details when he can, but apparently his package was stolen :(

People can be fucking terrible.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 15, 2015, 03:27:29 PM
Quote from: Mike Powers on December 15, 2015, 02:13:29 PM
I'll let BD share the details when he can, but apparently his package was stolen :(

People can be fucking terrible.

ya thats totally disrespectful. im sorry bro......
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on December 15, 2015, 04:18:55 PM
Quote from: Mike Powers on December 15, 2015, 02:13:29 PM
I'll let BD share the details when he can, but apparently his package was stolen :(

People can be fucking terrible.

WHAT?! No Bueno.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 15, 2015, 09:52:56 PM
Big thanks to Alex for sending a donation on my behalf to Autism Speaks. Much appreciated. They're a great charity :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 15, 2015, 09:59:09 PM
I am sorry that happened BD, that really fucking sucks!

Franchise: Great choice for Doug... I'm more of a "Settlers of Catan" guy myself but have been dying to try "Ticket to Ride".

Wonder is it feasible to do a games night over Skype?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 15, 2015, 10:27:12 PM
awesome jdm!!!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 15, 2015, 10:37:21 PM
Again, JDM wins the award for "Most Altruistic Gift". You're a good man Jordan.

BD/Knuckles, keep me in the loop on what goes on from here.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Alex Smiley on December 16, 2015, 12:05:34 AM
Quote from: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 15, 2015, 09:52:56 PM
Big thanks to Alex for sending a donation on my behalf to Autism Speaks. Much appreciated. They're a great charity :)

I'm just glad I still had your email address from the time we collaborated on something, lol. It was fun working out how to do a gift donation, so thanks for the opportunity.

And thanks to Powers for doing this project again, I had fun being a part of it. BD and Knuckles, I hope everything works out with that situation.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 16, 2015, 08:52:42 AM
i gave the info 3 times so i hope he is working on it
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: GM Franchise on December 16, 2015, 09:14:33 AM
I got my gift last night. It was definitely something I'm excited to watch. Thanks Triple B!  :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 16, 2015, 12:18:36 PM
No problemo
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Doug E Fresh on December 16, 2015, 01:11:09 PM
I'm pretty sad by the whole gift stolen thing and hope its resolved soon!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 16, 2015, 01:22:17 PM
me too its disgusting how people do this to each other when giving is supposed to take the highest priority this time of year.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on December 17, 2015, 12:32:11 PM
sorry about the lack of info , I am in the middle of moving know to new place this weekend , plus job has late hours , also with the package getting taken , I been out of my mind ... but Knuckles thank you , I am going to get compensated for this and than I am going to go out buy it myself .  I am just pissed off about it ... but hey Knuckles  you are a good man , thanks again , still going to enjoy it , I will post it here when i get it .
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 17, 2015, 12:34:24 PM
Sorry it ended up causing you to jump through a few hoops, but I'm glad it all worked out in the end.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 17, 2015, 06:33:05 PM
According to tracking information, someone should be getting their package today!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 18, 2015, 08:21:08 PM
Sorry to hear about the crap you had to go through BD but glad it got sorted.

Just got email update for my gift should be arriving just before Xmas
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 19, 2015, 10:51:10 AM
Well Rob, something else was supposed to have reached you two days ago. I've contacted the company and we are hopefully sorting it out. They may end up sending you another one.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 19, 2015, 12:13:37 PM
I've got the second part! Uhh I'm not sure if this is right but I got a Doctor Who hoody AND a Doctor Who tshirt :D:D:D I love it! I'm wearing it tonight for my drinks with friends!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 19, 2015, 12:39:49 PM
Yay! ;D (though it still doesn't show as being delivered on Amazon for some reason!)

I can only take credit for the hoodie though, the t-shirt is a mystery (did they come together?)

You don't know how tempted I was to send you a mug or t-shirt with MVP on it :-p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Rob on December 19, 2015, 12:41:22 PM
Hahaha I'm the forum MVP!

Yeah I thought it'd be kinda weird to send both but I appreciate them immensely! The hoodie is so well made, it's certainly going to keep me warm (and cool) tonight!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 19, 2015, 03:27:24 PM
Someone else should've received a gift yesterday....
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 19, 2015, 07:06:32 PM
im starting to get jealous guys LOL keep those pix comin :)

my guess is that itll show up after xmas. my luck :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: T-Bonizzle on December 19, 2015, 07:44:20 PM
Oh JDM I got my second thing just haven't gotten around to posting the pic yet, but thanks!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: ! JDM The Professional ! on December 19, 2015, 09:11:51 PM
Quote from: T-Moddin' on December 19, 2015, 07:44:20 PM
Oh JDM I got my second thing just haven't gotten around to posting the pic yet, but thanks!

No worries man. Hope you enjoy the gifts!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 20, 2015, 12:25:22 AM
Quote from: Mike Powers on December 19, 2015, 03:27:24 PM
Someone else should've received a gift yesterday....

I got mine!  I had my shipping address as my store, so it disappeared for a day, but I got em!  Thanks for the shades, cause my future is bright!


Thanks Powers!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 20, 2015, 01:17:18 AM
No problemo man!  Like I said before, Part 2 is on it's way, but apparently won't arrive until January?!?  Must be coming from Mars or something.

Anyway, enjoy!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Alex Smiley on December 20, 2015, 06:47:53 PM
That reminds me, here are the things I got from T-Bone. Thanks again, man!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: jagilki on December 20, 2015, 11:55:50 PM
I can tell one is a DVD, but what's the other?  Because it looks like anal beads.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 21, 2015, 12:01:13 AM
Speaking with a voice of experience I see.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Alex Smiley on December 21, 2015, 12:56:35 AM
I put it away, but to my recollection it's some sort of necklace/bracelet. The string is made out of hemp, which prompted a good little chuckle from me.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 21, 2015, 03:41:04 PM
Someone needs to keep an eye on their mail tomorrow
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 21, 2015, 08:33:35 PM
any updates BD?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 22, 2015, 01:35:49 PM
ok so i received my wasp fusion mod chip. dont suppose that was my secret santa was it? if not then it was a mix up from the website :p
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 22, 2015, 02:16:47 PM
Glad you like it bro
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 22, 2015, 02:28:59 PM
Quote from: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 22, 2015, 02:16:47 PM
Glad you like it bro

LOL r u serious? YES!! tyvm.

was curious cuz i ordered the megadrive V3 back in november (which requires him to solder so it takes time) and was wondering if maybe he made a mistake and switched it.

now i can continue my mod to my gamecube to make it portable. kick ass bro TYVM!

posting pix in a sec
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 22, 2015, 02:54:37 PM
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff426/Jknuckles316/wasp%20fusion_zpsgsgqxv73.jpg) (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/Jknuckles316/media/wasp%20fusion_zpsgsgqxv73.jpg.html)


for anybody who doesnt no, this is a drive replacement for the gamecube/wii. when its attached, it allows the user to play wii/gamecube games off of SD card rather than a disk drive. so i just DL the game to SD card and play. TY again santa josh :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on December 23, 2015, 12:55:18 PM
it been sent , There going to get  it right before Christmas ... I know there going to like it
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 23, 2015, 01:00:46 PM
I think he meant update on your end big guy.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Black Death on December 23, 2015, 01:03:40 PM
yeah , I got my compensation , and I will be getting it, what knuckles sent me ,   from the store , I will post it soon as I can ... this weekend tops ,  things have been all over the place crazy ...  What you got me was cool and thanks again
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 23, 2015, 01:43:06 PM
Just making sure it all worked out. Merry Christmas.
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 24, 2015, 04:39:46 PM
So I think my gift was supposed to show up today but I was at work and they had no where to leave it. I'll have it after Christmas lol
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 24, 2015, 07:08:11 PM
Gah, stupid postal workers!!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Triple B on December 27, 2015, 12:39:33 PM
Mike Powers, I got my second part!  A gold brick USB stick.  THANKS!!!  That's been on my list for years now.,
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 27, 2015, 02:39:58 PM
Awesome, glad it got there sooner than expected! Merry Christmas!!
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 29, 2015, 10:01:16 PM
Everyone receive everything? Any more outstanding gifts?
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Sgt. Josh Underpants on December 30, 2015, 05:17:08 AM
Just got mine Monday night it's fuckin awesome. Thanks BD. I'll be posting pics soon been a busy last few days
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Knuckles on December 30, 2015, 10:18:24 AM
LOL nice, the Josh, Knuckles, BD circle. funny how that turned out :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Drama Queen on December 30, 2015, 12:35:17 PM
I've used mine every day since it arrived :)
Title: Re: Secret Santa 2015
Post by: Mike Powers on December 30, 2015, 09:24:16 PM
Thanks everyone for participating!  Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!!  Hope to see you all (and more) participating again next year!