2015 DDBB Kringle: All done!

Snork · Postby **Snork** » Wed Oct 21, 2015 6:14 pm

1/1/2016 Update: We have successfully concluded our 2015 DDBB Secret Santa. Everyone has received their gifts and there have been no grinchings.

Happy New Year DDBB!

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12/23 update: all presents have been reported shipped. I'm going to send one more message asking to confirm that you have received your present for record-keeping and then post the tally. Hope everyone had a great Christmas!

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12/15 Last day to ship the presents! Please check your email for a message from me asking to confirm that you have already sent your gift and whether you've received one as well.

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11/20 1pm CT - Your 2015 DDBB Secret Santa recipient information has been mailed out. Check your email!

All gifts should be in the mail early enough to reach the recipients on or before Christmas but no later than December 15th. I will post periodic reminders and follow-up with everyone individually to make sure there are no grinchings.

As always, The Elf can be reached at: udbbelf@gmail.com.

Let the fun begin!!!

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11/18 Signups are closed, look for your Kringles shortly!

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11/15: Reminder: Last day to sign up! Don't miss your chance! :mrgreen:

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11/10 Status Update:

Just a quick reminder that the deadline for signing up for DDBB Secret Santa is just five days away. Come on, you KNOW you want to do it! Just follow this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pfCF_D ... rm?c=0&w=1

If you have already signed up, check your email. I just sent out an email to *everyone on my list* who is signed up for DDBB Secret Santa as of now. For some of you this is probably the second (or third) confirmation email but please bear with me - I'm testing our communications this way. If you got the email, great, you're in. Nothing else to do but wait for your Kringle!

If you did NOT get the email, it means we have a communication problem - either the questionnaire didn't go through, or my email to you has gone missing. Either way please either email me at udbbsecretsanta@gmail.com or PM me here and we'll fix it!

I will post one more reminder, and then it's the Kringle time!

SandTikiFire · Postby **SandTikiFire** » Tue Nov 03, 2015 7:43 pm

YAY I managed to get on in time to sign up!!!!!

Baroque · Postby **Baroque** » Thu Nov 05, 2015 10:25 pm

ok I've done the form....

pKOR · Postby **pKOR** » Fri Nov 06, 2015 12:32 am

I signed up! Will you send emails? I don't always log in here for updates...

Baroque · Postby **Baroque** » Tue Nov 10, 2015 7:51 pm

I haven't heard from you yet, I filled my form in on Friday before I posted, and emailed you yesterday as instructed. Hope you are ok.

Snork · Postby **Snork** » Wed Nov 11, 2015 2:40 am

Baroque you are definitely on my list. I have your questionnaire, you should have received the form fill email and the email from today.

The auto firm fill confirmation can sometimes be wonky, I've heard from a few people that it has gone missing, but you were absolutely included in the today's email recipients. If you do not have that email, either in your regular mailbox or spam folder, please pm me with your email address here on the board. I want to make sure everyone is reachable before the Kringle email goes out.

silk · Postby **silk** » Wed Nov 11, 2015 2:54 am

Oops, failure to follow instructions already. I filled in the form and didn't get a confirmation, but today I got the auto email. So, all is well...!

Baroque · Postby **Baroque** » Thu Nov 12, 2015 12:53 am

Snork wrote:Baroque you are definitely on my list. I have your questionnaire, you should have received the form fill email and the email from today.

The auto firm fill confirmation can sometimes be wonky, I've heard from a few people that it has gone missing, but you were absolutely included in the today's email recipients. If you do not have that email, either in your regular mailbox or spam folder, please pm me with your email address here on the board. I want to make sure everyone is reachable before the Kringle email goes out.

Checked my emails about half an hour after I posted and yes I do have your confirmation thanks so much dear Snork! 8-)

Arab@X · Postby **Arab@X** » Sun Nov 15, 2015 12:19 pm

Have been lurking but finally signed up and joined in

viscountessleftfield · Postby **viscountessleftfield** » Mon Nov 16, 2015 3:58 pm

I responded to the form when it was emailed to me, did you receive it?

snftrs2 · Postby **snftrs2** » Tue Nov 17, 2015 2:39 am

I also did the form yesterday - thank you!!!

Snork · Postby **Snork** » Wed Nov 18, 2015 3:21 am

I've got you snftrs. Viscountess, I have absolutely no record of you

viscountessleftfield · Postby **viscountessleftfield** » Wed Nov 18, 2015 3:43 pm

Snork wrote:I've got you snftrs. Viscountess, I have absolutely no record of you

I received the email with the questionnaire in it about three weeks ago and filled it out the same day.

Here's the header -

DDBB Secret Santa questionaire 2015
udbbsecretsanta@gmail.com [udbbsecretsanta@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2015 9:28 AM

It accepted the answers to the questions and I thought all was well.

Snork · Postby **Snork** » Wed Nov 18, 2015 8:19 pm

You most likely did not submit the answers, just filled them in your email. I just double checked and there is no record of you ever filling out the form. Bummer

silk · Postby **silk** » Sun Nov 29, 2015 10:16 pm

Kringle gift purchased!!! Still have to organise a card, but feeling virtuous regardless

PaulaO · Postby **PaulaO** » Mon Nov 30, 2015 3:51 pm

Package mailed this morning!

Postby **PhoenixRising** » Tue Dec 01, 2015 2:38 pm

I sent the elf an email but have not received a reply?

Suzon · Postby **Suzon** » Sun Dec 06, 2015 8:49 pm

Gift ordered and drop shipped to kringlee! (because standing in line in a bay area post office in December will raise suicide risks)

Baroque · Postby **Baroque** » Mon Dec 07, 2015 9:51 pm

Kringle gift on its way!

bailey · Postby **bailey** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 2:17 am

Another kringle gift, part one sent via email.... Part two coming next!

Baroque · Postby **Baroque** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 7:16 am

Wow! A lovely Kringler has sent me a fantastic present which is just what I wanted!!

A fabulously well balanced carbon fibre supported spindle to help feed my spinning and handcraft obsession! These are great for spinning very fine fibres like silk, alpaca and ultra fine wool and this one is so easy to get spinning and it spins for 2 minutes.

Sadly there was no address on the box so I have no idea who has sent it to me but thankyou very much!! 8-)

Prinz27 · Postby **Prinz27** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 7:58 pm

Thank you Thank you - Helen E. from "Down Under" - its exactly the book of poetry I was hoping to get. Many good wishes for the holidays. I couldn't wait until Xmas - the package just keep staring at me and saying - "open me, open me!".....

Sunshine2Me · Postby **Sunshine2Me** » Tue Dec 08, 2015 9:33 pm

Part one of my kringle's gift has been ordered, part two will be in the mail in the next day or two!

Suzon · Postby **Suzon** » Fri Dec 11, 2015 4:45 pm

Just thought I'd say, I received confirmation that part of the Kringle gift has shipped...apparently it will arrive in two parts. So, if you receive an orange package, you will also get another one. They're from me.

Bugs-n-Frodo · Postby **Bugs-n-Frodo** » Fri Dec 11, 2015 8:31 pm

Letting my giftee, whomever she may be

, know that her gifts will be going out this weekend.

PaulaO · Postby **PaulaO** » Fri Dec 11, 2015 10:01 pm

I got my prezzies today! I opened the box and everything is wrapped (except the candy, the BEST!) and under the tree. I'm going to try to contain myself. Thank you Kim (aka Sunshine2me) and Magic!

Sunshine2Me · Postby **Sunshine2Me** » Sat Dec 12, 2015 4:56 am

PaulaO - Glad the package arrived safely. I was so excited to have gotten you as my kringle, I shopped right away! I hope you like everything, and I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!

Bugs-n-Frodo · Postby **Bugs-n-Frodo** » Sat Dec 12, 2015 10:17 pm

I got my gifts today as well! Very excited to open them but waiting until Christmas! Thank you Stella!!!

Briarwood · Postby **Briarwood** » Sun Dec 13, 2015 2:55 am

The self-control that some of you show is amazing!! I tried, but failed miserably to wait until closer to the 25th!

stella · Postby **stella** » Sun Dec 13, 2015 1:16 pm

I received three packages last week. I will be away from home for the holiday so I ripped 'em right open. My favorite treat black licorice, an Indian cookbook, and some amazing treats for my dogs and they love them! Thank you Chestnut Stallion!

Sunshine2Me · Postby **Sunshine2Me** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 2:11 pm

I stopped by the post office this morning and there were two packages waiting for me! I had ordered two luggage tags from Shutterfly, and when I saw the two boxes, I thought to myself "those are some awfully BIG luggage tags"!!! They weren't luggage tags at all - they were two BEAUTIFUL photo books created by Suzon!! They are simply beautiful and I sat in my car when I arrived at work and looked through them. You are so talented, and your photos are so beautiful. I can't tell you how happy it made me!

I am now blessed with several pieces of Suzon's work. I have one of her photos framed and hanging over my sofa in the living room, and now I have two photo books. I LOVE your work, and I feel very fortunate to have these pieces.

Thank you so much, and Merry Christmas!!

Chisamba · Postby **Chisamba** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 2:16 pm

PhoenixRising wrote:I sent the elf an email but have not received a reply?

I had the same problem.

Suzon · Postby **Suzon** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 6:12 pm

Sunshine2Me wrote:I stopped by the post office this morning and there were two packages waiting for me! I had ordered two luggage tags from Shutterfly, and when I saw the two boxes, I thought to myself "those are some awfully BIG luggage tags"!!! They weren't luggage tags at all - they were two BEAUTIFUL photo books created by Suzon!! They are simply beautiful and I sat in my car when I arrived at work and looked through them. You are so talented, and your photos are so beautiful. I can't tell you how happy it made me!

I am now blessed with several pieces of Suzon's work. I have one of her photos framed and hanging over my sofa in the living room, and now I have two photo books. I LOVE your work, and I feel very fortunate to have these pieces.

Thank you so much, and Merry Christmas!!

You are very very welcome!

Postby **PhoenixRising** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 7:12 pm

My Kringle's gift was put in the mail today! Estimated delivery Friday!

PaulaO · Postby **PaulaO** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 2:35 pm

Briarwood wrote:The self-control that some of you show is amazing!! I tried, but failed miserably to wait until closer to the 25th!

I have eaten almost all the candy Sunshine2Me sent :oops:

, but the packages are still wrapped under the tree. For now.

silk · Postby **silk** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 8:55 pm

Prinz27 wrote:Thank you Thank you - Helen E. from "Down Under" - its exactly the book of poetry I was hoping to get. Many good wishes for the holidays. I couldn't wait until Xmas - the package just keep staring at me and saying - "open me, open me!".....

This is from me! I have been so busy over the past few weeks I haven't even sent you a card *blush* but I am so happy you are happy with it... It was very handy to have something on your list that didn't require international postage

Happy, happy holidays

Suzon · Postby **Suzon** » Thu Dec 17, 2015 9:20 pm

So I just got a big box from Amazon. I order a lot of stuff from Amazon and was trying to figure out what the eff I ordered for such a big box. Once I opened it, I was like, I didn't order this! Then I found a tiny slip of paper in the bottom that says "Merry Christmas from your Definitely Dressage secret santa, Bugs-n-Frodo." Amy, thank you so much!!! I can't wait to sit down with a cup of hot somethin' ertuther and drink in the lovely book on beautiful Stables. I love equine architecture! Oh and Scrunchy says she really loves the treats and those are hers and nobody outside can know about them because a goat in a cast has gotta have some perks. I'm sure the dog will love his treats too when he comes in, he always deserves to be spoiled.

Again. Thank you so much!

This is the book: http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/0847833143?keywords=stables&qid=1450387449&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

Bugs-n-Frodo · Postby **Bugs-n-Frodo** » Thu Dec 17, 2015 10:00 pm

You are very welcome Suzon! I have that book myself and love it! It is always on my coffee table. Merry Christmas to you and your whole family!

zevida · Postby **zevida** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 6:13 am

I think I received my gift! I got an unexpected package from Texas. It jingles! I am opening presents on Sunday night, so it is under the tree until then.

Postby **PhoenixRising** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 3:44 pm

I think I've received my gift. I came home late last night to a note from my sweet, elderly neighbor that she has my UPS package. Of course the lights were all out and I didn't want to wake her if she was already in bed last night, and she didn't appear to be up yet when I left for work this morning. I've ordered a couple things but they shouldn't have arrived yet. I'm very excited to get home tonight and see what it is!

myleetlepony · Postby **myleetlepony** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 10:52 pm

I found my gift waiting last night when I got home from work. We are doing our family Christmas tomorrow so I plan to open it then!

lorilu · Postby **lorilu** » Sat Dec 19, 2015 12:44 am

I also think I received my gift and I am totally blown away. It was shipped direct from manufacturer so I have no idea who sent it. Please identify yourself so I can give a proper thank you!! (If it wasn't from my Kringle I certainly have a secret admirer out there somewhere!!....)

dasher · Postby **dasher** » Sat Dec 19, 2015 2:56 am

I got a package in the mail today. I could hardly wait to open it!
I must have really been complaining about the cold weather because I got the most cozy warm scarf, slippers and hand warmers. .
There is a box of decaf, herbal tea. Can't wait to try the new Bengal Spice tea tomorrow morning for breakfast. I love my cuppa in the morning.
Of course the horses will be enjoying the most wonderful smelling treats!
Thank you Lorilu!
Merry Christmas!

lorilu · Postby **lorilu** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 1:15 am

Hey Dasher, glad you like it!! Stay warm!!

Chisamba · Postby **Chisamba** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 6:11 pm

lorilu wrote:I also think I received my gift and I am totally blown away. It was shipped direct from manufacturer so I have no idea who sent it. Please identify yourself so I can give a proper thank you!! (If it wasn't from my Kringle I certainly have a secret admirer out there somewhere!!....)

Hello, it was from me, sadly when i ordered it i could not find a place to leave a personal note. I am sorry that it arrived without pretty wrapping or a card. I hope you have a wonderful season and enjoy your gift ! so glad it arrived on time

Merry Christmas

Chisamba

lorilu · Postby **lorilu** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 11:32 pm

Chisamba wrote:
lorilu wrote:I also think I received my gift and I am totally blown away. It was shipped direct from manufacturer so I have no idea who sent it. Please identify yourself so I can give a proper thank you!! (If it wasn't from my Kringle I certainly have a secret admirer out there somewhere!!....)

Hello, it was from me, sadly when i ordered it i could not find a place to leave a personal note. I am sorry that it arrived without pretty wrapping or a card. I hope you have a wonderful season and enjoy your gift ! so glad it arrived on time

Merry Christmas

Chisamba

Chisamba Oh thank you so much!! Just the other day the wind was up and I could only hear every other word of my trainer!! You are a super Kringle for sure! It is perfect! I have charged the units and will use it tomorrow....
Loretta

zevida · Postby **zevida** » Mon Dec 21, 2015 7:15 am

Thank you so much racetrack reject! What a fun set of gifts! My cats were mesmerized by the toy and then their reaction to the bubbles was great - at first a little scared, but then they could smell the catnip and where trying to figure out where it was from!

I love the Texas ornaments they went right on the tree, and the stocking is lovely!

The soap smells great. And the iTunes gift card will definitely come in handy!

There was so much and it was all so great, I may not even be remembering it all! Merry Christmas and thank you!!!

Moutaineer · Postby **Moutaineer** » Mon Dec 21, 2015 5:30 pm

Oooh, I just got a gift certificate and notification that "something" is on it's way from Smartpak

Arab@X · Postby **Arab@X** » Wed Dec 23, 2015 5:15 am

Tried to reply to a pm from my Kringle asking if my gifts arrived and for some reason I am not allowed to do so. So to my Kringle Inamo, yes two packages have arrived so but I am being good and waiting until Christmas to open them bc my son keeps trying to open presents and he wouldn't wait if I opened gifts now.

silk · Postby **silk** » Fri Dec 25, 2015 3:48 am

Thank you to Jen - this morning a voucher for Amazon turned up in my inbox! Wonderful timing. Now I get to go shopping.... !!! I spy a cookbook or two in my future, I think

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