Ready, Set...Open your Virtual Present

It's the day you have all been waiting for - the Virtual White Elephant Gift Exchange!

We had six Loungers do their shopping and posting and it's time to open presents.   I closed my eyes and pulled a present out of the bag for each person - completely randomly of course.  In real life, this exchange would be followed by lots and lots of swapping.  So feel free to swap with others or steal their present - there are no rules here! 

Here are the gift in the order of who joined the party first:

To:  Topher

From:  Axrun262

From his description:  It's the perfect solution to keep your nose from being your "running" partner. Simply strap this comfortable, light-weight, hands-free, one-size-fits-all apparatus on your noggin and off you go. Say goodbye to using your sleeve as a tissue, and say hello to the Portable Snot Squelcher!

To:  Tom

From:  PiecesofMe
Her note: It's not REALLY running related, but it can be. You see, when you are running in a crowded race, you never know what might happen. At least it will protect you from other peoples sweat, spit and snot rockets that sometimes spray uncontrollably.   So there - Merry Christmas.

To:  Database Diva

From:  Topher

A Golden Poop Charm - The character for "lucky" in Japan is very similar to the shortened form of the Japanese word for "poo." Hence the brilliant Japanese played with the pun and the Lucky Golden Poo was um..born.

To:  AxRun262

From:  Topher

His "loving" note:  This is a gft we really were given at our wedding. No, it didn't come from one of our smart-alek friends who thought it'd be funny. It was an actual gift from...a friend of my mother. Ieeww! It was a big hit the first time we unloaded it, so it should bring a smile to some lucky winner again. What time is it? It's time for some lovin'!

To:  Pieces of Me

From:  Database Diva

2008 Calendar - Get in Touch with Your Inner Bitch - was a gift from her son. Diva's note says...It is a sincere attempt to help women overcome "toxic niceness", with tips on how to be more assertive. I realize that there are women out there who need to learn how to stand up for their rights, but alas, I am not one of them. My inner-bitch has been living in sin with my inner R. Lee Ermey for years, and let me assure you she is driving the jeep!

And we have two gifts left - an extra one Topher lent to the exchange and mine.   It didn't feel right as the hostess to be part of the exchange.  Especially since I opened all of them, played with them and then wrapped them back up last night.   So, for two special friends of the Lounge - here is a little holiday cheer!

To:  Nancy

From:  Amy

Everyone needs a blanket that holds their remote - or for you - your extra Chex Mix.  :}

To:  MarathonDudeBill

From: Tom

Although it's not a runner-oriented item, I've had a number of envious folks inquire about Hockey Jesus, so that is my gift for the party.  Jesus on ice and with a hockey stick is an image you don't see every day. Let's hope He doesn't get any black eyes or lose any teeth--and He stays out of the penalty box.

Enjoy your gifts!  Don't forget to recycle them again very soon!

Happy Holidays!   Drop by the Lounge and leave a holiday greeting for the other runners in your life.

Best wishes for a great holiday weekend!

Comments

[Nancy]

AHHH HA HA HA HA HA. I am getting quite a chex mix reputation and it is well deserved. How funny. Thank you very much!!

[Database Diva]

Thanks Amy, I know how much you wanted the golden poop, so it means a lot that you gave it to me. Since it is better to give than receive, I'm going to put it in one of these
http://www.flickr.com/photos/95445897@N00/14451337/
and give it back to you.

[Betsy]

Just goes to show how lame I've been this holiday season (both figuratively and literally) -- I couldn't even get my act together to participate in a virtual gift exchange!!!

[cheap turf cleats]

Los zapatos llegaron en buen estado. Son muy buenos, lucen mejor de lo que se ven en la página.Se los recomiendo!!!

[Joy]

just give me something plz