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The OFFICIAL Elves' Thread to Harrass, I Mean, Speak to Your Giftee!!

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  • #41
    To my Elf - you have a PM. Hope it helps!


    And I loved the poem! This is SO much fun!
    ~ A true friend knows all there is to know about you and still likes you. -E. Hubbard

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    • #42
      This is so much fun!
      Y'all ain't right!

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      • #43
        My Secret Santa is awesome!!!

        Originally posted by Hazlenut's Secret Santa View Post
        Ooohhh Hazlenut!!! I love to shop!!!!! I am excited!!! Going to the tack shop tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
        Dear Hazelnuts Secret Santa

        Secret Santa
        Your the one,
        You make Christmas lots of fun
        Secret Santa, I am happy we've met.

        Secret Santa thank's for the note(S)
        No more wondering if I've been smote
        Secret Santa you are truely a gem...

        Secret Santa you say you can't spell
        Neither can I, as you can tell
        Not if you've ever read any of my posts...(edit button if my friend)

        Secret Santa, lets start the fun
        I too, have got to get my shopping done.
        Secret Santa, Thanks for taking the time.

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        • #44
          Still awaiting for an elf as well as my own SS. =(

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          • #45
            Aaahh, how sweet of you!

            How sweet of you!! I love the poem!



            Originally posted by Hazelnut View Post
            Dear Hazelnuts Secret Santa

            Secret Santa
            Your the one,
            You make Christmas lots of fun
            Secret Santa, I am happy we've met.

            Secret Santa thank's for the note(S)
            No more wondering if I've been smote
            Secret Santa you are truely a gem...

            Secret Santa you say you can't spell
            Neither can I, as you can tell
            Not if you've ever read any of my posts...(edit button if my friend)

            Secret Santa, lets start the fun
            I too, have got to get my shopping done.
            Secret Santa, Thanks for taking the time.

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              #46
              Helloooooooooooooooooooo

              HO HO HO....OH Anooooooooother Rooooooooooooound

              Your super secret elf is looking for you!

              AnotherRound, Another Round,
              Oh where oh where are you,

              Another Round, AnotherRound
              I really really must find you,

              There's lots of gifts and things you see
              But first you must give answers to me

              AnotherRound, AnotherRound
              So soon, I must find you....


              HO HO HO, this elf will be sending you a PM soon!

              And remember...I'm always watching!

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              • #47
                I have the greatest Secret Santa

                I have been a lurker here, was skeptical about the Secret Santa stuff....... but I am soooooo glad I did it!!! Not only do I have the greatest SS, but I am having the best time finding stuff for my elf!

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                  #48
                  To JenRose,

                  JenRose, I am your newbie elf
                  I wrote this poem all by myself.
                  I know it's bad, I cannot write.
                  I try and try to do it right.

                  You love hunters, your color's green.
                  See? Your elf is really keen.
                  I want to make a special box
                  Of gifts no other elves will knock.



                  Well, I tried to write a poem!

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                    #49
                    Oh twinkle.....

                    twinkle, have you been good this year?
                    If you have then never fear!
                    Your very own elf is mighty glad
                    you have a hankerin' for a saddle pad (or two                     )
                    So watch the mail - this should be fun!
                    I'll send a gift - probably more than one

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                      #50
                      Oh LCSD114!! Where ARRRE you? Please get online, my little pointy shoes are just a jumpin' up and down with anticipation!

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                        #51
                        Oh LUNCHBOX!!!!

                        Ode to Lunchbox~

                        Oh dearest lunchbox your elf has arrived
                        to begin filling boxes with presents inside
                        A true head start your elf wants to get
                        to provide you with a holiday you'll not soon forget

                        Your elf is prepared with catalogs in hand
                        And willing to travel to tack shops all over the land
                        Finding the perfect present is your elf's ultimate goal
                        Unless of course you want a new foal (even elves have their limits)

                        So, dearest lunchbox come clean with requests
                        Your elf is a shopper so best to not let her guess
                        The names of your fur kids would be much appreciated
                        So they can partake of the action that's slated.

                        With only 54 days, 9 hours, and 54 minutes left until Christmas
                        I am an elf who has to get with it
                        Any help you can offer with your greatest desires
                        Will help when I go and scour the aisles

                        I hope you have enjoyed this little ditty
                        Perhaps you can go home and read it to your kitties
                        Shopping for you and your critters will be fun
                        And I hope you will enjoy all of your presents when it is all said and done!

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                          #52
                          Ohhhhhhh TBLITZ!!!!!!

                          I am your elf
                          elf rhymes with self

                          this is the worst
                          elf poem ever

                          i cannot rhyme
                          i write like i'm blind

                          I was doing fine
                          until elftolunchbox wrote the lines

                          above me on your screen
                          i think it was mean
                          actually, quite obscene

                          to rub it in
                          that my poetry is a sin

                          an abomination
                          of which you will get a ration

                          Happy waiting

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                          • #53
                            Originally posted by IOwnaPaint'sELF View Post
                            This is your elf checking in. Burgundy? Ok, I'll see what I can do! No candy for you, peppermints are ok for your lovely paint. I am busy on it right away, I will do my best to top last years present
                            Don't despair if you don't hear from me for awhile, you have not been forgotten, I am just busy searching the world for the perfect gift!
                            YEAH! I'm sure I'm going to love what ever it is you find...
                            Aren't these lovely... Designer Browbands You know you want one!

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                              #54
                              Oh Mommy Peanut where can you be?
                              Your elf is waiting so restlessly.
                              Are you at work? Or off riding your horse?
                              It just takes a second to sneak a peek at "Off Course."
                              All the other elves are having so much fun,
                              I've got my charge card and I'm ready to run!
                              Catalogs, the internet and tons of shops nearby,
                              Since my own elf is missing I'm ready to buy!
                              Are you one of those late nighters? That's when I snooze.
                              PM me when you're there, you've got some gifts to choose!

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                                #55
                                A poem for Atomic Firepower...

                                I know you like hunters & jumpers just like myself
                                Your excitement about secret santa gifts I promise not to squelch

                                Your horse is Archie, a big fine grey
                                Does he have any special needs or preferences for this holiday?

                                Are there any special colors that you favor?
                                Or maybe fancy treats that you or Archie could savor?

                                You are a busy student, like I once was
                                Are there any catalogs or brands that give you a buzz?

                                You said not much bling but you are a big fan of pampering
                                I'll keep that in mind when for your gifts I am out scampering

                                I guarantee that I'll give you my best
                                Because upseting chief elf Chocomare has me a little stressed!

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                                • #56
                                  Originally posted by Atomic Firepower's Super Secret Santa View Post
                                  I know you like hunters & jumpers just like myself
                                  Your excitement about secret santa gifts I promise not to squelch

                                  Your horse is Archie, a big fine grey
                                  Does he have any special needs or preferences for this holiday?

                                  Are there any special colors that you favor?
                                  Or maybe fancy treats that you or Archie could savor?

                                  You are a busy student, like I once was
                                  Are there any catalogs or brands that give you a buzz?

                                  You said not much bling but you are a big fan of pampering
                                  I'll keep that in mind when for your gifts I am out scampering

                                  I guarantee that I'll give you my best
                                  Because upseting chief elf Chocomare has me a little stressed!
                                  Fear not my AFP
                                  Let your heart be at rest
                                  I have full and confidence
                                  That a Grinch you shall not be.

                                  <>< 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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                                  • #57
                                    Originally posted by ThePerfectFit View Post
                                    Still awaiting for an elf as well as my own SS. =(

                                    I am right there with you. *sigh*

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                                    • #58
                                      Originally posted by ddashaq View Post
                                      I am right there with you. *sigh*

                                      Me too...
                                      www.simplicityweimaraners.ca

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                                        #59
                                        Hunter Princess!!

                                        Your Elf is checking in!

                                        Chocolate cherries and babies galore!

                                        Perhaps with some bling, you'll be lessee no more -

                                        Alas, a full horse of your own I can't fit in a sack,

                                        but perhaps Santa will help keep the snow off Viggo's back?

                                        I don't know what Santa has for you in store,

                                        but as the holidays approach,

                                        we'll tease you some more!

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                                        • #60
                                          Those of you who havent heard from your SS...dont worry...I think only once out of the 4 years Ive done this have I actually got a PM or heard from my Santa....and each year I have had AWESOME Santas and never been grinched.


                                          So have no fear, not everyone creates alters and teases their giftees.
                                          Never Ride Faster Than Your Guardian Angel Can Fly
                                          Way Back Texas~04/20/90-09/17/08
                                          Green Alligator "Captain"

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