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 Posted: Fri Nov 20, 2015 9:57 am
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Posted: Tue Dec 08, 2015 1:56 pm
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I was sold when I haphazardly tore into this packet once I saw that it was from Singapore. Good things come from that tiny duty-free island. I didn't even bother to look on the backside as evident by my exclamation on the lack of return address. Smooth move, fluo. Not to delve too much into the why or what the ********, I was running out of soap and had yet to find an appropriate, Wien-specific soap. Lo and behold, my room smells like a ******** Christmas market. Love.
And what's there not to love about gashapon especially when it's of a kinoko. Look at that posturing! My slain enemies, friends and family alike often prostrate like so in my presence of greatness. wink
And look! Maxx D & Jun D did it again! Very thoughtful gifts. Yes, that's a Hello Kitty in the shape of a MUSHROOM with her MUSHROOM beefcake friend in matching hair ribbon. Where does one even get such a harmonious friendship in Kittychan Land?! The two lovely little prints will keep me company during this holiday season. I'm already drooling on the promise of a Singapore trip. I've had laksa and how it warms the soul. The rest, I will happy eat except for Durian.
The Honeydew Sago is a triple home run for these reasons:
1. It is one of my favorite fruits. When I order gelato, it's either in honeydew or canteloupe
2. I love sago but short of making it, cannot find it in Wien
3. Chronically dry dead-crone lips means I'm always running out of proper hydration
And finally, the pièce de résistance: Artwork of Albatross.
It hangs atop my bed smile
Good god, I've made out like a bandit this Giftswap. I've been so spoiled this year. Thank you so much, Maxx and Jun. And thank you, blue, for putting the fear of the parcel not arriving to me in time before I move back stateside. This was a lovely surprise and I appreciate and cherish each and every item along with the time that was put into curating such a lovely collection. And it's a great thing I saved the parcel with the return address wink Thank you for making it an awesome experience especially since I'm all by my lonesome in the East Kingdom.
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Posted: Wed Dec 09, 2015 3:43 pm
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I just want to say that I SWEAR I was going to wait until Christmas to open your gift! Honest! My boyfriend opened one of the packages just a peek to tease me and I just couldn't take the suspense! Also, I apologize deeply for the crappy images, the only camera I have is on my tablet lol   A beautiful card, thank you so much Ruri! I LOVE the little foxy puff stickers! Super cute! I'm glad you had fun picking out my gifts and I definitely like what you found! : )  These two are the absolute sweetest! The Snorlax is now named Snoozer and the Vaporeon is Mrs. Fish (and is currently sleeping beside one of my other Vaporeons AKA Mr. Fish lol)  A tea ball! This thing is SUPER COOL I've never seen something like this before! (How much water do I need? I'll take a picture when it blooms. <333)  I find it SUPER cool that you're from Australia! I have a god sister there, I hear it is really neat! This wooden keychain is really cool (for those who can't see it, it's a koala on a turtle!)  DINO TRADING CARDS EFF YES. They came with stickers which is even better! Dinosaurs were like my life when I was a little kid so this was really nostalgic and really, really neat to open! I got a Tupandactylus, an Amargasaurus, a Plioplatecarpus, a Protostega, a Diplodocus, a Dakosaurus, a Tanystropheus, an Eudimorphodon and an Icaronycteris! I really can't thank you enough, Ruri! I really love all of these gifts! They will be cherished forever <3 |
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Posted: Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:37 am
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Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2015 10:59 am
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My secret santa arrived today! Unfortunately, you didn't put your name on the box or on your tag, so I have no idea who to thank for my lovely gifts!!!
TSUM TSUMS ARE MY ADDICTION jakhsgjkahg thank you!!! I'd been debating getting Dumbo for a super long time, so I'm so glad you grabbed him for me!!! And Pooh is just precious and and and
Donald. Donald Duck jesus christ have I mentioned he is like my favorite Disney character ever? Nobody in my family can do his voice but I love him so much it's not funny. I ought to spam you in all the photos I took of Donald on my trip to Disney, but I will spare you that misfortune!!!
And this necklace is SUPER CUTE OH MY GOSH. The stones are super pretty and it looks so nicely done!!! I'm going to be wearing it to work all the time basically, so thank you for that!!!
Okay here is a fun fact: I have never bought a single candle in my life, but I've been dying to get into them! So I'd never heard of this company, but apparently they're all essential oils and naturalistic and that's really cool and basically what I'm all about! I ended up lighting it (despite it... being one pm lmao), and oh my GOD this is an amazing smell. I don't know if it's the Ylang Ylang I'm honing in on, but I absolutely love it. It makes the whole room smell wonderful, and makes my day just a bit brighter.
So thank you so much, Santa!!! You definitely need to let me know who you are so I can properly thank you!!
(PS that was the most intensely wrapped box EVER. I got my arm day in opening it!)
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Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:49 pm
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I got my box today, and I can't thank you enough, Scara! Everything inside completely made my day and that wrapping paper is absolutely delightful!
I mean, look at this awesome paper~
And this card! O. M. G. Absolutely the best. The mug made me smile so much as did the little ornament ♥
And what mug would be complete without some loose leaf teat to put in it? I cannot wait to try these, seriously, the names are so good. I also think the picture might be upside down. OOPS.
And if the above wasn't cool enough, look at these stickers and postcards! I have sassy owls and rainbow dinosaurs, dudes! And a dragon, bat and tiger.
And. AND. Look at this pendant. My phone's camera really doesn't show off how pretty this thing is properly, but it is so pretty. And it will be getting worn tomorrow regardless of whether or not it matches my outfit.
It is a merry Sharkmas indeed and I friggin' love your face right now, Scara. Thank you so much ♥~
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Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2015 3:45 pm
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Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2015 6:33 pm
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Moonstone Dazzle My secret santa arrived today! Unfortunately, you didn't put your name on the box or on your tag, so I have no idea who to thank for my lovely gifts!!!
TSUM TSUMS ARE MY ADDICTION jakhsgjkahg thank you!!! I'd been debating getting Dumbo for a super long time, so I'm so glad you grabbed him for me!!! And Pooh is just precious and and and
Donald. Donald Duck jesus christ have I mentioned he is like my favorite Disney character ever? Nobody in my family can do his voice but I love him so much it's not funny. I ought to spam you in all the photos I took of Donald on my trip to Disney, but I will spare you that misfortune!!!
And this necklace is SUPER CUTE OH MY GOSH. The stones are super pretty and it looks so nicely done!!! I'm going to be wearing it to work all the time basically, so thank you for that!!!
Okay here is a fun fact: I have never bought a single candle in my life, but I've been dying to get into them! So I'd never heard of this company, but apparently they're all essential oils and naturalistic and that's really cool and basically what I'm all about! I ended up lighting it (despite it... being one pm lmao), and oh my GOD this is an amazing smell. I don't know if it's the Ylang Ylang I'm honing in on, but I absolutely love it. It makes the whole room smell wonderful, and makes my day just a bit brighter.
So thank you so much, Santa!!! You definitely need to let me know who you are so I can properly thank you!!
(PS that was the most intensely wrapped box EVER. I got my arm day in opening it!)
OOPS I KNEW I FORGOT SOMETHING. @_@ I meant to do a card but I was in a panic that night because the packing tape had vanished which is why I had to use the ridic gorilla tape. SORRY BOUT DAT.
and of course the packing tape was found 2 days later, in the dining room for who knows why reason.
Glad you like everything! |
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Posted: Wed Dec 16, 2015 9:34 am
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Posted: Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:49 am
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Posted: Wed Dec 16, 2015 12:00 pm
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I AM STILL SPEECHLESS. However, I will do my best to give justice to the amazing, thoughtful, kind, and overall EPIC WONDERFULNESS of my SS's gift!
It all starts with the arrival. I had only a few days here and there where I would be home...otherwise I would risk the neighbors (or strong winds we've been having) snagging it from the porch. Thankfully, the timing was absolutely perfect. I warned hubby about his own gifts arriving today, so he's left everything to me in terms of packages. Buahaha! twisted
So. I started the unpacking. Yes, I am a dork... but the fact that it was wrapped in a Whole Foods bag and had STARRY DUCT TAPE (seriously, it was awesome! I need to go hunt it down now!) was totally great. Initially, my cat was just as excited as I was...
Big things come in small packages. This was no exception. I couldn't believe this all waited for me in the humble looking package....!
First up... the smellies. Yum! I looooove candles. I used to use wall plugins for helping spruce up a room, but do to the oils (heard there was some health troubles with them? I dunno) and electrical risk... I went more towards candles. At least the fire risk is easier to watch. Plus, I think they smell that much better. The candle scents were perfect. Seriously...! I love woodsy scents. My collection of candles tend to be either woodsy/pines/sands/etc or tropical... so add to that coconut.... o_O The choices were uncanny!
The bath bombs... ADORE! I love baths, and try to take one at least once every trip. And I ONLY go for homemade/naturals. The fact that these are made by a local by phoe is just golden! They are so incredibly thoughtful and I just love them! Thank you!
Even though these sweets were opened last, I feel like they fit best in explanation after the Smelly Goodness. CHRISTMAS SOCKS! Um. I NEEDED THESE! I only have two others, and I had GRAND PLANS on wearing festive socks on my last trip before Christmas... So these are just perfect! And I just love the little hollies and candy canes - OMG! <3
CHOCOLATE. There are two ways I love chocolate: with nuts and with COFFEE. AND I GOT BOTH!? WHA!? I am totally bringing these on my trip... which is going to be needed. I will be busy and every time I crack one of these open I will think of how awesome phoe is and the rest of the gifts.
AIRPLANE!!!!!! To say I am obsessed would be an understatement. Not only is it my work, but flying is my passion as well. I am always on the lookout for airplane ornaments and this one is a perfect sparkly addition. ONE DAY, we will have a christmas tree just for all of our airplane/flying/aviation ornaments. For now, it is just a lowly garland. But for now, this sparkling love fits perfectly on our tree.
AND A DRAGON! IT FLIES TOO! Honestly, I do think dragons are the entire reason I am flying today. It is weird, but I wouldn't be surprised (I cannot really map why I got in to it, either... so this reason is as good as any other). This ornament is so pretty and adorable, I really did start getting choked up. It is delicate, elegant, and just so beautiful. The box it came in was also really cool but I will continue using it to protect this beautiful artwork. It also fits in so well on my tree. D'aw!
A simple card with such a pretty message. I LUV YOU PHOE! heart and inside...
A stunning piece of Heart Shatter. OMG, she looks so beautiful! crying This will forever be cherished! *continues to stare at the beauty*
So long story short... I am floored. Phoe, you did such an amazing job! I absolutely love it all! crying I don't think I could have done so well if I tried to get them myself (not to mention I don't have even a fraction of a fraction of your talent). THANK YOU SO MUCH! *clings and sobs in happiness*
BTW. BAD imgur for tilting images! |
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