My White Elephant Gift For the Exchange

Let me first say that the bar on the white elephant gift exchange has been set very high by Topher.  If you haven't stopped by to see his gift (yes, I peeked at it already) of The Japanese Golden Poop Charm - then you are missing a great treat.   But how in the world could I find a gift that could top that?!?!   I just can't - but damn, I hope I am the lucky one that receives it.

For my contribution to this exchange, it is a not only the gift but the freakin' hilarious description provided by Jezebel in her recap of a few of the best Swiss Colony gifts.   You can see the stunning glory of this gift in the picture on the right - but to get the full effect - read and enjoy her description:

A polyester throw to cover your fat slob of a husband who's become attached to his La-Z-Boy at the cellular level, like that obese lady on Nip/Tuck. Instead of his name, embroider it with the word "Loser." Comes in excrement brown, Mommy's merlot and coroner's scrubs green. Pocket not designed to contain vomit. ($24.95)

Don't get me wrong - I love blankets, especially warm snuggling blankets after a cold winter run - but the pocket on the front for the remote has pushed this gift to a level of unacceptable.

If you are in the mood for posts and conversations about bad Christmas gifts, here are a few conversations to check out:  HotRodders, CNN article, Yahoo discussion, Ktar discussion, Something Awful.   There are tons more out there - but any of these will give you a good giggle and think you dear stars that your Great Aunt Thelma only gives you sweaters that she wore as a little girl versus what some of these folks have received.

Some of my favorites from the list that you must check out are the Grow a Frog (yes, seriously grow one from a tadpole.  The downside - it lives for like 18 years), Deceased father's toenail clippers set, Skull Toaster (yes the toast had the inprint of a skull on it) and my personal favorite for a work gift - Rubber Band Ball.

One parting thought was this video clip from Ellen.   I think she may have a bit too much time on her hands - because she thought too hard about what this gift could be used for.

Ok, now get busy - let's see what gifts you have.   Don't forget to post about it on your blog or profile no later than the 18th  (just a few shopping days left) and then drop a note off in the Runners' Lounge Holiday Party - the White Elephant Gift Exchange Forum.

Comments

[Topher]

Excrement brown? I'm sensing a theme here. I love the disclaimer about the pocket.

Can't wait to see what people come up with.

[P.O.M.]

I wanna play... how do I submit my virtual gift? I have to think of something good....hmmmm