# Secret Santa 2005 **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [November 17, 2005, 5:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459 "2005-11-17T05:05:19Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Barbarian](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/e19adc/32.png) [@Barbarian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Barbarian)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 9:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/21 "2005-11-17T21:03:26Z")
I’ve sent my email to Omega, but neglected to mention that I’m willing to ship overseas if necessary. I’m getting back into playing my Fender Stratocaster, so could probably use guitar strings and a new 1/4" patch cord. Or you could send me a guitar notebook of music you like. The reason I’m getting back into playing is because of my baby daughter, now 7 months old, who _loves_ music. But I hate baby music. So there 😉 However, if you know of any non-english baby music, that’d be cool, because then I can just mangle another language without being aware I’m singing something incredibly banal. My day job is writing for television, and I already have a tiny TV clock, but you can come up with something interesting, right? AAAAAand finally, I like motorcycles even though I’m bereft on one at the moment, and I like putting bumper stickers on my bicycle (current motif: “I screw robots”) ---
**Author:** ![Susie\_Derkins](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/e47774/32.png) [@Susie\_Derkins](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Susie_Derkins)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 9:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/22 "2005-11-17T21:19:29Z")
I’m in! I like bath stuff, Hello Kitty, any of that girly crap…I’m just getting into knitting, so any supplies would be great. Anything local would be neato mosquito. Thanks, **Omega Glory**! ---
**Author:** ![Tamryne](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/3e96dc/32.png) [@Tamryne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tamryne)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 9:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/23 "2005-11-17T21:30:16Z")
Just sent off the email 🙂 For whoever gets me: I really enjoy salsa/chutney/dips, exc. The spicier the better. I love cute pens (I currently have one in the shape of chopsticks with a piece of sushi on the end) and if you run accross any that just make you laugh, then it is great. I love flowery stuff, especially stuff with orchids, lillies, and peonies on them. (or smelling like them) I love candy (chocolate, sour, sweet, powdery, exc. except licorice) so if you have any kinds over there that are different/strange, then send them over. Basics: My favorite colors are green and purple; I hate stuff that makes loud noises; my favorite scents are orchid, vanilla, and peppermint; I wear a size small shirt; and I have a fishtank and a miniature daschound. I hope thats enough to get you going! ---
**Author:** ![DeVena](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/dec6dc/32.png) [@DeVena](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DeVena)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 10:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/24 "2005-11-17T22:20:34Z")
Email Sent!! \ I been good and I wanna Lite Brite and a PONY! Actually froo-froo girly crap is just fine with me. I also have the world’s biggest Wish List out on [Amazon.com](http://Amazon.com). And I’m an herbal tea fiend. Yippee!!! Another excuse to shop!! ---
**Author:** ![alice\_in\_wonderland](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/alice_in_wonderland/32/176_2.png) [@alice\_in\_wonderland](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alice_in_wonderland)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 10:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/25 "2005-11-17T22:24:24Z")
I’m in - I’ll send an e-mail. Also - I was the organizer of the White Elephant exchange, so I have a list of people who’ve been naughty (that is, received a package, but didn’t bother to ship one) which I would be happy to share with the organizer if they’re interested, for whatever reason. ---
**Author:** ![alice\_in\_wonderland](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/alice_in_wonderland/32/176_2.png) [@alice\_in\_wonderland](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alice_in_wonderland)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 10:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/26 "2005-11-17T22:29:04Z")
Oh - I forgot to mention - I love snow globes. I got a beautiful one last year. 🙂 Actually, with the exception of X-mas decorations, I like just about everything. ---
**Author:** ![Batsinma\_Belfry](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ea5d25/32.png) [@Batsinma\_Belfry](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Batsinma_Belfry)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2005, 11:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/27 "2005-11-17T23:01:45Z")
Okey Dokey! I like: fuzzy socks bubble bath Pink stuff purple stuff kitchen stuff with fruit on it that doesn’t look like genitalia Discworld books except Soul Music and the first 2 (can be used) flavored tea Would anybody be opposed to receiving homemade cookies along with their gift? I can make some pretty good diabetic ones too. ---
**Author:** ![Tamryne](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/3e96dc/32.png) [@Tamryne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tamryne)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 2:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/28 "2005-11-18T02:07:50Z")
Homemade cookies are a great idea to send! ---
**Author:** ![Idle\_Thoughts](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/838e76/32.png) [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 3:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/29 "2005-11-18T03:28:17Z")
> [@tarragon918](#): > > Has anyone thought about the Secret Santas for 2005 yet? I realize it’s a bit early, but since we do have folks from around the world, it’s probably good to get a head start on it. And no, I’m -not- volunteering to run it!!! LOL I’m just hoping that there will be one this year. I know you. Oh yes. I do. You know what? I still have your address. You know what else? I’m STILL Planning on sending you something. Is your address still the same? I haven’t forgotten about you. I keep your address and every now and again look at it and _sigh_ and say to myself “Geez, **Idle** , your first Secret Santa two years ago that you participate in, and you couldn’t even send something out in time.” And then, on the heels of that I always think “I’m going to make it up to her. Oh yeah I will”. Cause see, I haven’t forgotten. I haven’t forgotten yet. I swear I will make it up to you and send you something if it’s the last thing I do on earth. : p Idle Thoughts (who didn’t participate in last years SS nor will be participating in this years nor will be participating in any future ones until he mails his gift to **tarragon918** ) ---
**Author:** ![tarragon918](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/d26b3c/32.png) [@tarragon918](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tarragon918)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 5:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/30 "2005-11-18T05:17:21Z")
Firstly, **Idle Thoughts** , please don’t worry about that any more, okay? 🙂 I’m in for 2005, yay! Here’s some of my likes: almost all things chocolate, coffee mugs, anything Star Trek, little knick-knacky type things. And just in case SS might be from the Orlando FL or Anaheim CA area (LOL yeah, Disney related!), I’m looking for a key chain with a small, stuffed Donald Duck. I’ve got Mickey and Minnie - the stuffed toy is about 4 inches tall, btw. LOL I hope that’s not too specific, but just in case. 🙂 Woo hoo, and thanks **Omega Glory**!! ---
**Author:** ![Idle\_Thoughts](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/838e76/32.png) [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 5:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/31 "2005-11-18T05:36:52Z")
I can’t help but worry. That Christmas I even got you one of those boxes with the cheese and sausage that was on sale, but didn’t have enough to send it. 😕 By the time it finally dawned on me that I wasn’t going to make it in time, it was already the 25th, and by then I just felt really bad. I just wish there was a way to make it up to you. ---
**Author:** ![inkleberry](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/f17d59/32.png) [@inkleberry](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/inkleberry)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 6:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/32 "2005-11-18T06:35:03Z")
Woo-hoo! Surprises by mail! This is better than PostcardX! I like wind-up toys, unusual coffee mugs, nonscented candles, and blank books. I’m deathly allergic to peppers. ---
**Author:** ![JpnDude](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/838e76/32.png) [@JpnDude](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JpnDude)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 7:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/33 "2005-11-18T07:25:06Z")
Mail sent! WOW, this is gonna be fun! For me: Anything related to any Disney theme park (except Tokyo) or Los Angeles/Anaheim, CA-area sports teams. Or perhaps even just a set of postcards from your town/city/country would be neat! Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![Jurhael](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/cab0a1/32.png) [@Jurhael](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jurhael)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 7:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/34 "2005-11-18T07:55:52Z")
I sent an e-mail. I like perfume oils, incense, scented candles, wax melts, candy(chocolate/licorice/), caffinated flavored tea/coffee, dips, cookies(chocolate chip or peanut butter), Yu-Gi-Oh, Duel Masters and oil burners. ---
**Author:** ![Shirley\_Ujest](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/45deac/32.png) [@Shirley\_Ujest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shirley_Ujest)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 12:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/35 "2005-11-18T12:16:22Z")
I’m in! I sent to the original gmail. Should I resend? I’m so lazy. ---
**Author:** ![auRa](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/c4cdca/32.png) [@auRa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/auRa)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 1:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/36 "2005-11-18T13:05:31Z")
I’m in. I’ve really enjoyed getting stuff that tells something about the recipient’s native environment. A few years ago, I got the Sunday edition of the New York Times with little sticky notes - a commentary on articles. It was awesome. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Omega\_Glory](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/7c8e57/32.png) [@Omega\_Glory](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omega_Glory)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 1:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/37 "2005-11-18T13:06:26Z")
Okay, here’s the list so far: twickster Avarie537 Aragowyn Hugh Jass Barbarian Susie Derkins Tamryne Gangster Octopus DeVena Alice in Wonderland Batsinma Belfry Rocking Chair tarragon918 inkleberry Jurhael JpnDude Shirley Ujest, I haven’t gotten an email from you yet. Both of the emails in this thread are the same so I don’t know what happened. If you’ve signed up all ready and don’t see your name here, then let me know. Alice in Wonderland, feel free to send along the list of the naughty people if you want. Remember, by signing up, you all agree to receive **and** send. If you are unable to send something out in a reasonable time, please send an email ASAP. Oh, and no sending anything that’s alive and/or evil. **Inkleberry** , I’m looking at you. 😛 This is secret santa, not secret satan. ---
**Author:** ![Omega\_Glory](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/7c8e57/32.png) [@Omega\_Glory](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omega_Glory)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 1:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/38 "2005-11-18T13:08:24Z")
ok auRa’s on the list too. ---
**Author:** ![melondeca](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/b5a626/32.png) [@melondeca](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/melondeca)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 1:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/39 "2005-11-18T13:11:50Z")
> [@Hugh Jass](#): > > I’m in! > > I like things that are only available where you live… um, I guess you’d call that local. I like snacks. I collect artistic representations of skulls. I’d be willing to send internationally too. Ok **Hugh** , I remember this from last year. Could you please give an example of what you mean by artistic representations of skulls? The odds of me being your secret santa two years in a row are fairly slim so I am asking out of personal curiosity. That had me baffled last year while shopping. Also, I am going to send my email and I can send overseas. I like smell-good stuff, interesting coffee and tea, weird t-shirts (large) and books of the unusual variety. I dislike ketchup and spiders. ---
**Author:** ![anyrose](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/54ee81/32.png) [@anyrose](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/anyrose)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2005, 1:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459/40 "2005-11-18T13:31:59Z")
email sent I like cats and roses. I also like little brightly painted wood or pewter figurines. or some really funky/kitch (60’s/70’s retro) earrings (pierced). the only thing - $10.00 doesn’t buy much anymore. Even in my office and my chorus we’re doing “up to $20.00” [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459.md?page=1) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/secret-santa-2005/331459.md?page=3)