# Anyone want to do the 2022 Secret Santa? \[Last Call, sign-ups end 11/15\] **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [October 23, 2022, 3:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657 "2022-10-23T03:59:53Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 7
**Author:** ![purplehorseshoe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/purplehorseshoe/32/2996_2.png) [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 1:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/121 "2022-12-10T13:35:48Z")
Ah, the SDMB. Our new motto: “We put the SECRET into Secret Santa!” Note to self: be sure to sign DoperName when finally mailing pckg. (Should be out on Monday.) ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21825_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 4:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/122 "2022-12-10T16:03:34Z")
The USPS is more efficient than I expected, so I had to spoil the secret for my recipient. I’m sure the chance of transmission of plague is very small, but better safe, right? And a week isn’t that long to wait, right? We’re not children here, after all. I never was very good with secrets… 🎅 ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 6:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/123 "2022-12-10T18:53:32Z")
Mine arrived! But I haven’t opened it yet. It arrived a few days ago and I’m pretty sure it’s my Straight Dope Secret Santa gift, because it’s from a state back east and I don’t know anyone from that wild, wonderful state. Do I open it now? ---
**Author:** ![rocking\_chair](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rocking_chair/32/2918_2.png) [@rocking\_chair](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rocking_chair)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 8:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/124 "2022-12-10T20:06:28Z")
I’m glad everything got there in one piece! I hope you enjoy the book it is one on my favourites. ---
**Author:** ![rocking\_chair](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rocking_chair/32/2918_2.png) [@rocking\_chair](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rocking_chair)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 8:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/125 "2022-12-10T20:06:54Z")
Open it! Open it! ---
**Author:** ![Rilchiam](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/2bfe46/32.png) [@Rilchiam](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rilchiam)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 8:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/126 "2022-12-10T20:22:56Z")
> [@Bullitt](#): > > Mine arrived! But I haven’t opened it yet. It arrived a few days ago and I’m pretty sure it’s my Straight Dope Secret Santa gift, because it’s from a state back east and I don’t know anyone from that wild, wonderful state. > > Do I open it now? It’s okay to open the _box_. Everything inside is wrapped up. ---
**Author:** ![JaneDoe42](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/janedoe42/32/14104_2.png) [@JaneDoe42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JaneDoe42)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 8:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/127 "2022-12-10T20:44:53Z")
Oh gosh, you are mean! LOL! We went to the craft fair today and I was able to find some really neat items made by local craftsmen and women, so I will be shipping on Monday. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 8:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/128 "2022-12-10T20:46:33Z")
Mean, wild, and wonderful! LOL! ---
**Author:** ![carnut](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carnut/32/3531_2.png) [@carnut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnut)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2022, 9:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/129 "2022-12-10T21:41:43Z")
> [@Rilchiam](#): > > It’s okay to open the _box_. Everything inside is wrapped up. I support this statement! ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [December 11, 2022, 5:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/130 "2022-12-11T17:13:57Z")
My last mailing went out yesterday and is supposed to arrive by Tuesday. ---
**Author:** ![Rhiannon8404](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rhiannon8404/32/17929_2.png) [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Post date:** [December 11, 2022, 10:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/131 "2022-12-11T22:32:58Z")
You are more than welcome to open now, if you like! ---
**Author:** ![Rhiannon8404](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rhiannon8404/32/17929_2.png) [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Post date:** [December 11, 2022, 10:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/132 "2022-12-11T22:36:25Z")
I have opened the ones with the yummy goodies, because I couldn’t wait. They are very yummy! I had heard of Aplets and Cotlets, but I don’t believe I have ever had them before. I had no idea there were to many varieties. We sampled one of every flavor. Delicious! Thank you. Will open the other box when the next one arrives. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![BippityBoppityBoo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bippityboppityboo/32/5745_2.png) [@BippityBoppityBoo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BippityBoppityBoo)\ **Post date:** [December 11, 2022, 11:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/133 "2022-12-11T23:34:20Z")
> [@Rhiannon8404](#): > > Aplets and Cotlets, Are divine! Lucky girl! ---
**Author:** ![carnut](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carnut/32/3531_2.png) [@carnut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnut)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2022, 12:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/134 "2022-12-12T00:19:54Z")
> [@Rhiannon8404](#): > > Aplets and Cotlets, Yummy. I vaguely remember a cherry one that apparently I was the only fan of. I need to learn how to make these without gelatin. ---
**Author:** ![hocow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/hocow/32/4112_2.png) [@hocow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hocow)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2022, 6:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/135 "2022-12-12T18:47:16Z")
One package is officially headed north! Had a minor hiccup trying to mail it on Saturday, but successfully handed it to the post office today. I hope it arrives in time, but early apologies if not. Think of it as a bonus gift if it’s after Christmas 😬 ---
**Author:** ![Czarcasm](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/czarcasm/32/4050_2.png) [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2022, 7:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/136 "2022-12-12T19:06:24Z")
My package ships out tomorrow. As far as the package I received from @ [Rhiannon8404- I love it! I am now the proud owner (and wearer) of a Pliny The Elder t-shirt from Russian River Brewing, a bar of coal tar soap from a farm in El Dorado CA, two olive oils and a balsamic vinegar from Placerville, and a bag of whole bean coffee from Pachamama Co-Op in Sacramento (which I am currently sipping-most delightful). Thank you very much! ---
**Author:** ![JaneDoe42](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/janedoe42/32/14104_2.png) [@JaneDoe42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JaneDoe42)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2022, 7:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/137 "2022-12-12T19:40:30Z")
My package is on its way with an expected delivery date of 12/16. ---
**Author:** ![janis\_and\_c0](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/janis_and_c0/32/21_2.png) [@janis\_and\_c0](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/janis_and_c0)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2022, 12:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/138 "2022-12-13T00:41:16Z")
@carnut agar agar? Or vegan gelatin? @ekedolphin That is a great book. Jus’ saying is all. ---
**Author:** ![Rhiannon8404](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rhiannon8404/32/17929_2.png) [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2022, 2:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/139 "2022-12-13T02:15:07Z")
@Czarcasm Yay! I am so happy you like your gifts. I really enjoyed picking them out for you. I have now received the last box in my gifts from @Baker and they are all so lovely! The fruit candies, as mentioned before, are so delicious. I am not sure there will be any left for Christmas Eve. I also received a very pretty ornament depicting Kanas "The Sunflower State, chocolate covered sunflower seeds, and a lovely bar of soap made in Kansas. The best gift of all is the gorgeous crocheted lap robe. The granny squares are vibrant jewel tones and are edged in black. It almost looks like stained glass. It is so pretty. Thank you so very much @Baker!!! ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2022, 2:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-want-to-do-the-2022-secret-santa-last-call-sign-ups-end-11-15/973657/140 "2022-12-13T02:17:17Z")
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