Do you think if I could get my husband to call Tom Scola he could Christmas shop for me? Because he is awesome at it, and my husband sucks. Tom, you could seriously make a mint as a personal shopper for husbands at Christmas.
And now my boy's in love. All hearts and flowers. But, doesn't it freak you out that she used to change your diapers? I mean, when you think about it, the first woman you boned is the closest thing you've ever had to a mother. Doing your mom and trying to kill your dad. Hm. There should be a play.
Angelus ,'Damage'
Goodbye and Good Riddance 2010: Don't Let the Door Hit Ya...
Every year we watch the Charlie Brown special, do the Snoopy dance, wish everybody a Merry Christmukkah, and thank our Secret Santas in the good riddance thread. Which is this one, in case you were wondering. Oh, and 2010? We have a few words for you.
flea - Dec 16, 2010 2:14:48 am PST #71 of 466
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Tom Scola - Dec 16, 2010 2:29:56 am PST #72 of 466
Mr. Scola’s wardrobe by Botany 500
Heh. I got exactly the same speech from my sister last year.
SailAweigh - Dec 16, 2010 1:54:03 pm PST #73 of 466
Nana korobi, ya oki. (Fall down seven times, stand up eight.) ~Yuzuru Hanyu/Japanese proverb
quester, your effort was fan-fucking-tastic! I got such a wonderful box of goodies today, I couldn't stop squeeing. It's the perfect compendium of useful and quirky stuff.
It started out when I opened the box and there was a card that said to read it first, which I did, being soooo law-abiding and respectful. It held wonderful wishes for the holidays, but best of all, it was written on a separate piece of paper, so the card is still usable! It's got a gorgeous winter scene photograph on the front and I will enjoy sending it to someone who will also appreciate it.
Then, I dug into the super good stuff. There was a Cheshire cat mug, where warm liquids make the ink fade and all that's left is the cat's grin. I can't wait to take that in to work and see all the looks it's going to get! It's a very timely gift as I've started drinking more tea at work and I don't like to use the same cup that I use for coffee, so now I'll have a dedicated cup. Absinthe lip balm, Zombie mints, Pirate band-aids, Bacon-scented air freshener--all the essentials that proclaim the owner is a Buffista. Then, there's a small bottle of hand lotion and a couple of hand-made soaps made with prairie botanicals that smell just so lovely and herbal. I'm taking the lotion to work, because it's non-greasy and I appreciate that so much when I'm on the computer all day. Plus, a navy blue fringed scarf which is around my neck right now keeping it warm in this damn chilly weather. And, last but not least, a $25 gift card for Barnes and Noble (which I prefer to Borders, so that is just awesome sauce on top of so much awesome cake!) I'm still grinning so hard, my cheeks hurt.
Thank you, quester!
msbelle - Dec 16, 2010 2:34:33 pm PST #74 of 466
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
ahhh it brings a smile to my face remembering my box of gifties from quester last year. Her secret santees are indeed a lucky bunch, she does fantastic boxes.
Amy - Dec 16, 2010 3:32:04 pm PST #75 of 466
Because books.
::nods::
quester does indeed send awesome-tastic Secret Santa gifts. I was a lucky recipient one year.
Lee - Dec 16, 2010 3:34:57 pm PST #76 of 466
The feeling you get when your brain finally lets your heart get in its pants.
I love hearing about them every year--they always sound fabulous.
quester - Dec 16, 2010 3:48:10 pm PST #77 of 466
Danger is my middle name, only I spell it R. u. t. h. - Tina Belcher.
Thank you, quester!
You are so welcome! Wow, that got there fast! I just mailed it Monday, I think.
I thought the scarf was purple, so I thought you'd like it. But, hey, if it's navy it's all good!
quester - Dec 16, 2010 3:50:21 pm PST #78 of 466
Danger is my middle name, only I spell it R. u. t. h. - Tina Belcher.
I rushed to post and just noticed Amy and msbelle's posts. You guys are making me blush!
Choosing presents is one of my favorite things! Too bad I can't figure out a way to do it for a living.
brenda m - Dec 16, 2010 4:00:28 pm PST #79 of 466
If you're going through hell/keep on going/don't slow down/keep your fear from showing/you might be gone/'fore the devil even knows you're there
At this point, I would pay you. I have no presents and no ideas. I really need to get off my shit this weekend.
(Not for my SS - actually, that's the one person I do have ideas for. Family, not so much.)
SailAweigh - Dec 16, 2010 4:08:51 pm PST #80 of 466
Nana korobi, ya oki. (Fall down seven times, stand up eight.) ~Yuzuru Hanyu/Japanese proverb
I thought the scarf was purple, so I thought you'd like it. But, hey, if it's navy it's all good!
It could be purple. I've got a lot of fluorescent lights in my place and later in the day without any natural light coming in colors can be kinda skewed. Both colors work for me, so I'm happy with either. I just love the weight of it, it's perfect.