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Secret Santa 2014 Official Discussion Thread


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It's that time of year again... and Chief Elf is again hosting this year's festivities! Want to join in on the fun? Read the rules first, then email me at [email protected] using "Secret Santa 2014" in the subject line. (You can also PM me if you like - it'll likely be quicker.) If you have any questions feel free to ask. (It's basically the same as last year.) Registration is now closed.

 

This is not an official GottaDeal.com event, so participate at your own risk. GottaDeal cannot be held responsible if you do not receive anything. While I hope we won't be needing any please specify if you are willing to be an elf to someone in the event he/she does not receive a gift/ornament.

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Please include in your email:

1. Your forum username, your name and address

2. The exchanges you would like to take part in (Secret Santa, Ornament and/or Card)

3. The answers to the questions below if you are going to be in Secret Santa/Ornament exchange

4. Anything else you'd like your Secret Santa to know about you

5. Gift wrap preference (yes or no)

 

The Questions...

 

Are you male or female?

Are you married?

Do you have kids? If so, gender and age

Do you have pets?

Are you allergic to anything?

Would you accept homemade food (such as cookies)?

Any absolute dislikes?

Do you have any hobbies?

Do you collect anything?

Favorite Fast Food Establishment?

Do you have a favorite candy?

What is your favorite drink?

What is your favorite color?

Do you like lotions? If so what kinds?

Do you like scented candles? What scent?

Any favorite sports teams or Nascar drivers?

What’s your favorite flower?

What's your favorite music/artist?

What's your favorite movie?

What's your favorite holiday movie?

What's your favorite author?

What's your favorite thing to do during your ‘me time’?

What is your favorite winter activity?

Something that you wouldn’t buy yourself but have always wanted?

Anything else?

 

The Rules:

1. Secret Santa is just like it sounds - a secret exchange of gifts! There's a MINIMUM of $10 before shipping. If you choose to spend more, please don't be disappointed if your partner doesn't.

 

2. Ornament Exchange is also just like it sounds - an exchange of ornaments! There's a MINIMUM of $5 before shipping. If you choose to spend more, please don't be disappointed if your partner doesn't.

 

3. Card Exchange is also as it sounds - an exchange of holiday greeting cards. Unlike the other two, however, you send (a card) to everyone who signs up and you get (a card) from everyone who signs up! If you have a favorite holiday recipe feel free to include it with the cards you send out. There is no minimum or delivery confirmation but please understand that you send a card to everyone on the list so if 50 people join the exchange you will be spending $24.50 for postage. (The current cost for a first class stamp as of the time of this posting is 49 cents).

 

4. Tracking (aka delivery confirmation) is a MUST. Please PM/email me the tracking number and how it is being shipped (USPS or UPS) so I can keep track of everything. If you send via USPS Priority it should be included at no charge, but it is always best to check for yourself.

 

5. Insurance from the USPS is also a MUST. Check with the post office nearest you for the cost.

 

6. Make sure your item(s) is/are properly packed and with plenty of padding.

 

7. No junk. Everything must be new/unused within reason. Used books, CDs, and DVDs are okay as long as they are in a like new condition that you would be okay with receiving.

 

8. The last day to sign up is Wednesday, October 29th (you have until midnight ET). (I will have names out by no later than Monday, November 3rd.) Registration is now closed.

 

9. The last day to ship is Friday, December 5th. If for some reason you cannot ship by this date you must let me know ASAP and then ship priority.

 

10. If you are participating in the Card Exchange please feel free to ship any time but make sure to keep holiday mail delivery times in mind.

 

11. You must have been a member since May 1, with some posting activity, in order to participate. This helps to make sure that only dedicated GottaDealers are participating and we have less of a chance of people flaking out. Also, if you have flaked on any of the 2013 events or the 2014 summer event, you will not be allowed to participate.

 

12. Any decisions made by the exchange host are final. Each case or question will be given fair treatment and consideration; if you plead a case or ask a question and don't get a reply you like please don't complain.

 

Remember, this is all about having fun. Now ready, set.... GO! :D

 

 

Secret Santa (34)

stevierocks

Hillbillyswife

Pepper_Mint_Tea

nafcmf

Racerfan

Spice9195

msyves

Kash

tracypa26

willandmel

Bopeep

ytmomof4

gatorburg

momlori

tyreejames

queenkishaa

lis415529

robertmorr1999

misstaken

wittenlover

hockeyfanamo

jendeere

Reinholt1

Reinholt1sMom

sbaldasare

Illinoismom

npg

princez916

frugalnotcheap

lilquiet

raven20_79

NovemberDiva

whynot0224

jesusluvu

 

Ornament Exchange (19)

Hillbillyswife

Pepper_Mint_Tea

nafcmf

Racerfan

tracypa26

willandmel

Bopeep

lis415529

robertmorr1999

Mandy4Matt

hockeyfanamo

jendeere

sbaldasare

princez916

swampbaby

Bfaddict716

frugalnotcheap

lilquiet

jesusluvu

 

Card Exchange (12)

stevierocks

tracypa26

ytmomof4

queenkishaa

robertmorr1999

hockeyfanamo

princez916

vic13

swampbaby

Kimmisue

Bfaddict716

frugalnotcheap

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:holiday15 Info sent via GD/message mail :), this year I am partaking in SS/Ornament Exchange.

 

Last year I only did SS. This year its gonna be more fun !!!

 

:holiday14 I can't wait to begin my shopping for my persons :holiday08. The irony last year I was late & luckily I was still able to participate, while this year

I'm making sure to be an early birdie :holiday07....so exitedddddddd :)

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I just sent my info. This is I think my 3 year of doing the SS. Dont know if you keep the questions from the other years or not. I added alot more info this year if you do keep the old questions. Cause had time waiting for sleepy hollow to come on to think about the questions this time lol, 

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Gatorburg: I think I still have last year's exchange info on my computer.  Do you want me to add that to what you've sent if I find it?

 

To all who have sent info so far, you should be on the lists.  Please check to make sure you are on the correct exchange lists.  Also, a new question was added regarding gift wrapping (in red).  Let me know if you have a preference.

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Gatorburg: I think I still have last year's exchange info on my computer.  Do you want me to add that to what you've sent if I find it?

 

To all who have sent info so far, you should be on the lists.  Please check to make sure you are on the correct exchange lists.  Also, a new question was added regarding gift wrapping (in red).  Let me know if you have a preference.

Sure if you can find it.  I do not care if mine is gift wrapped or not it is up to the SS. 

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