2008 SECRET SANTA THREAD--Last call for suspected grinched folks

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ChocoMare

Schoolmaster

Join Date: Nov. 4, 2003

Posts: 17826

Location: Douglasville, Georgia
Original Poster
#741

Dec. 3, 2008, 10:34 AM

BWAAAAAAAAAAAAA.... sniff, sniff.....BLOW NOSE....sniffle. Now I'm really ALL verklempt. Sniff....

Thank you dear LTJ.

<>< Sorrow Looks Back. Worry Looks Around. Faith Looks Up! -- Being negative only makes a difficult journey more difficult. You may be given a cactus, but you don't have to sit on it.
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talkofthetown

Schoolmaster

Join Date: May. 28, 2006

Posts: 5188

Location: Florida
#742

Dec. 3, 2008, 11:02 AM

Hey Chocomare, do you have a giftee and an elf? Or do you have to be left out of the festivities, since you know who's gifting for who?
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ChocoMare

Schoolmaster

Join Date: Nov. 4, 2003

Posts: 17826

Location: Douglasville, Georgia
Original Poster
#743

Dec. 3, 2008, 11:07 AM

Last year I had both a giftee and an elf (Freebird was able to help me mix-n-match, so was able to find me someone secretly).

This year, I have just a giftee and it's perfectly fine that way! I LOVE to give and grin with little girl delight as I wrap each thing, imagining the joyful face of my giftee as she opens each thing.

Tis truly MUCH more blessed to give and the Lord has blessed me greatly. I need no other thing.

<>< Sorrow Looks Back. Worry Looks Around. Faith Looks Up! -- Being negative only makes a difficult journey more difficult. You may be given a cactus, but you don't have to sit on it.
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talkofthetown

Schoolmaster

Join Date: May. 28, 2006

Posts: 5188

Location: Florida
#744

Dec. 3, 2008, 11:15 AM

Aw, very sweet I'm glad you still get to partake of all this fun!
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equineartworks

Grand Prix

Join Date: May. 9, 2008

Posts: 2885
#745

Dec. 3, 2008, 11:56 AM

Originally posted by Meandering Elf View Post

Dumplin I am glad your first present got to your new home on time. I am sure your Mom will be very happy to greet you and help you find your new house using your special rope.

There will be another box there for you to explore.

I'm gonna cry, I swear...he's so sweet I just cannot wait to get him here...my dd said "Mom! Dumplin might be here Sunday!" And I just couldn'e believe he is THIS close to being here!

Meandering Elf, look for some treats your way from Dumplin' and Tito!

I Loff My Quarter Horse & I love Fenway Bartholomule cliques

Just somebody with a positive outlook on life...go ahead...hate me for that.
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Tha Ridge

Schoolmaster

Join Date: Feb. 18, 2001

Posts: 7154

Location: New York, NY
#746

Dec. 3, 2008, 02:07 PM

I got my gifts today and HAD to open them. Let me just say that LSM1212 is the best SS EVER. Anyone would be blessed to have her as their Elf.
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LSM1212

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Join Date: Apr. 16, 2005

Posts: 6771
#747

Dec. 3, 2008, 02:22 PM

Originally posted by Tha Ridge View Post

I got my gifts today and HAD to open them. Let me just say that LSM1212 is the best SS EVER. Anyone would be blessed to have her as their Elf.

Awwww... *blush* Gee, thanks! It was alot of fun though you didn't give me much to go on!!! Glad you enjoyed everything.
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FindersKeepers

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Join Date: Apr. 2, 2004

Posts: 3265

Location: Louisville, KY
#748

Dec. 3, 2008, 02:48 PM

You would think I would have learned from last year...

Here I was, all worried, that maybe I didn't have an elf. Or maybe my elf was stuck in a snow drift, or maybe I didn't pass Santa's checklist this year...

And my elf was right here all along! I didn't even THINK to check this thread until right now...and I did the same exact thing last year!!!

Dear ELF!!! So excited to hear from you!!!

Strong promoter of READING the entire post before responding.
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Elf.89
#749

Dec. 3, 2008, 02:54 PM

Good Afternoon LoveToJump

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening,
In the fields, snow is glistening
A beautiful sight,
We're shivering tonight,
Riding in a winter wonderland.

Gone away are the warm days
Here to stay are the cold days
The horses all nicker
To make us move quicker
Riding in a winter wonderland.

In the meadow we’d go riding
When the moon is shining bright
In my flask is some really good stuff
To keep us plenty warm enough
Riding in a winter wonderland

Though our days are so short
The horses still frolic and snort
We hurry up with our chores
Then scoot back indoors after
Riding in a winter wonderland

Later on, we'll conspire
As we dream by the fire
To face unafraid,
The jump course that we've made,
Riding in a winter wonderland.

No more treats, need be eaten
Had to much, this past weekend
My favorite breeches fit me just right
No need to bake anything for me tonight
Riding in a winter wonderland

Good luck with the lotto ticket, there's no snow here yet. Some HOT sun would be nice. I just can't seem to stay warm. I'll have to fire up my fake fireplace when I get home.

Yours Truly, Elf.89
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tx3dayelf

Training Level

Join Date: Nov. 2, 2008

Posts: 12

Location: The North Pole
#750

Dec. 3, 2008, 04:07 PM

TX3DAYEVENTER

I've sent you an email
You need to check
Inside is a tracking number
For a package you expect

I set myself a limit
I said "just buy her one!"
But you know how elves get
Going over budget can be so much fun!

Something for the ponies
Something for you
And I couldn't resist
Something for your shoes!

I hope you don't mind
Getting "preloved" stuff
Some things were bought new
Some are things I've already loffed

OK, I'll admit
This poem it does stink
So without anymore abuse
I'll leave you with a nod and a wink!

..^
.^^
^^^
..||.........tx3dayeventer's very own elf!
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Buffyblue

Grand Prix

Join Date: Jan. 5, 2003

Posts: 3509

Location: New York/New Jersey
#751

Dec. 3, 2008, 04:59 PM

Ooh I got a very big box!

Ooh, I think my Elf has outdone herself! A very HUGE box arrived at my office this afternoon from my Elf! I have a feeling I'm going to have to open it! It's just too big to carry home on the bus as is! LOL!

Thank you ELF!!!

She wasn't running away with me, I just couldn't stop her!
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tx3dayeventer

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Join Date: Nov. 5, 2002

Posts: 1605

Location: Hometown: San Antonio, TX ; Current Location: Amarillo, TX
#752

Dec. 3, 2008, 05:40 PM

Originally posted by tx3dayelf View Post

I've sent you an email
You need to check
Inside is a tracking number
For a package you expect

I set myself a limit
I said "just buy her one!"
But you know how elves get
Going over budget can be so much fun!

Something for the ponies
Something for you
And I couldn't resist
Something for your shoes!

I hope you don't mind
Getting "preloved" stuff
Some things were bought new
Some are things I've already loffed

OK, I'll admit
This poem it does stink
So without anymore abuse
I'll leave you with a nod and a wink!

Oh I just loff pre-loffed stuff!!!
I can't wait to get my gift I got the tracking number you sent, I guess they installed a GPS in Rudolph's nose
Your poem is WONDERFUL, as usual!

I was going to try and respond in rhyme
but decided to spare ya'll the pain

~__/>
<<_>>

RIP Kid Gloves (Holly) 1992 TBxHanv CCI*** mare.
http://photobucket.com/tx3dayeventer/holly
New mare: Miss Bunny Express (Missy) 1995 AQHA Jumper mare.
http://photobucket.com/tx3dayeventer/missy
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PalominoMorgan

Grand Prix

Join Date: May. 13, 2004

Posts: 2629

Location: Western NY
#753

Dec. 3, 2008, 05:51 PM

I keep staring at my mailbox wondering when I will see my package. Always such a fun day. I am also trying to figure out when my giftee should be getting their package. Gotta love trying to play the postal service guessing game.

"You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here." ~ Desiderata by Max Ehrmann
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SuperSTB

Grand Prix

Join Date: Nov. 29, 2005

Posts: 2625
#754

Dec. 3, 2008, 06:20 PM

So I'm thinking I have probably one of the best secret santas so far... I get egreeting cards all the time and they are a whoot. Sometimes I get impatient because I can't view them at work!!! Hey secret santa YOU ROCK!!!

I've also sent out my package. I'd post a teaser but I forgot my alter password. (smack forehead).
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SuperSTB*SS
#755

Dec. 3, 2008, 06:50 PM

To SuperSTB from your SS

Hey There Super STB! Long time, no see...
I've been busy wrapping things... No time for dawdlings...
You will get your box... I'm sly as a fox! Ha Ha!
By next week I see... You saying "Yippie!"

Glad you like the e-cards!
From: your Secret Santa

PS. Sorry my rhyming's so bad. Very little practice I've had! LOL! (a little Yoda thrown in for good measure!)
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Christmas Elf
#756

Dec. 3, 2008, 07:57 PM

KaraAD

I sent you a private message to let you know that I got conformation that one of your gifts you should have received~There are others that will be coming your way~Please let me know that you have gotten your package~ Christmas Elf
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k9yorkie

Training Level

Join Date: Jun. 18, 2008

Posts: 28

Location: Pennsylvania
#757

Dec. 3, 2008, 08:25 PM

Hello Kringlepony!

Hello Kringlepony! I'm so happy to hear from you at last!
Don't worry about the rhyming... I've had trouble with that also!

Any hints???

Originally posted by kringlepony View Post

k9yorkie...

'Coz your Kringle has
no talent for rhyme or song
please do not worry

The first week is here
a few more days to spare
package(s) will mail

So much pressure to
wax poetic or sing...
not much talent here

One box now, one box
to come, later, with more fun
will be worth the wait

I hope.
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pintopiaffe

Schoolmaster

Join Date: Oct. 3, 2002

Posts: 12079

Location: it's not the edge of the earth, but you can see it from here
#758

Dec. 3, 2008, 09:07 PM

Awww... LovetoJump <clap clap clap>

elf.89 your skills seem to be limitless... WOW.

SO, am I the only one that WAITS until Christmas? It kills me, but it's the only thing I do on Christmas except work. (Go to church Christmas Eve). That sounds pathetic, when I see it typed like that... It's not, really.

InnisFailte Pinto Sporthorses & Coloured Cobs
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Bits are like cats, what's one more? (Petstorejunkie)
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Nottingham

Working Hunter

Join Date: Jan. 13, 2005

Posts: 199

Location: PA
#759

Dec. 3, 2008, 09:16 PM

So if we haven't heard from our elf, at what point do we consider ourselves grinched?

(so bummed because I had so much fun with this last year)
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Hunter Princess SS
#760

Dec. 3, 2008, 09:55 PM

Helloooo Hunter Princess!!!!

Santa's sleigh has flown today
Now there's a package coming your way!

I'll PM you the tracking number!

HPSS
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