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Labor Day Gift Exchange Thank You Thread

K@t

By K@t, in The Lounge

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ralheit    1

ralheit
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Mine went out a few days ago, priority mail. So hopefully my secret working stiff (a stay at home Mom, hardes job of all) hint, hint will have it soon.

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Yoda    0

Yoda
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pssssst....mine is probably somewhere in Texas now too (hopefully) on it's way to the working stiff's home!

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TrishS    3

TrishS
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I havent sent mine out yet... I got a hand full of things to send.. but I need to get a few more LOL... I want my person to be spoiled LOL.... Not to worry Its coming!!!

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Carlene    12

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My secret gift is making its way to none other than...... TEXAS! Hope they like it!

I'm in Texas!!! Maybe I can snag it as it crosses the border.

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K@t    38

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Hey Sherri,

Glad you like it! I couldn't think of any thing work related because you own a restaurant, so I figured whats a business owner need after a long day of work? Something to pamper themselves with. You better open it and you better use it!!!! Treat urself! So glad you like it.

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DrewsLou    3

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SHe sent me some note cards, a journal, an incense set and a pretty wire basket. Hard to explain... you will have to wait for the pics! :heh:

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Carlene    12

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You are so welcome, Amy. I too had a hard time with the "work related" thing, but I thought maybe you could use the basket/organizer thing on your desk and the "smelly" stuff - well that's just for relaxing AFTER work. Maybe light the incense, put on the CD, and climb in a hot bubble bath.

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Bye    0

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"Oh, Canada..."

My SWS gift arrived this morning!!!

Carol (Woodys), who is banded and currently at MY goal weight, sent a lovely box with the man in brown shorts. The card touched my writer’s heart, and you have my love of whimsy.

The picture is coming. I had to have a cup of mint medley and read one of the books.

The gift package included:

A tote bag with the caption: Writers Rule

The Wrong Word Dictionary (boy, will that come in handy)

Oxymoronica by Dr. Mardy Grothe (a book that was on my wish list)

A Canada mug filled with a variety of Bigelow teas (I am a mint tea addict)

Three resistant bands (most of the weight I’ve lost is by working out with bands)

A visor for Changes Fitness Centre for Women

A cap for Woodys Fine Dining

One summer, I am going to explore Canada. I’ve never been, but my SWS gift came from the Maple Leaf Land, and I am soooo hyped in the beauty of the country. And yes, when I go, I will have to visit Fenelon Falls, Ontario and Woodys Restaurant. Carol, the menus have my mouth watering. Plus, I can work off the delicious meal next door at Changes Fitness Centre for Women. All I need now is a clothing store for my new size.

Carol, thank you for such a lovely gift with so much thought to my occupation and things I love. I hope that we meet one day.

Joyce

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K@t    38

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More gifts should be coming in soon. Remember if for any reason you can't fulfill your working stiff duties please pm me so we can get a substitute on the job. Thanks!

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jucyc    0

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I got my gift yesterday. Wanted to say a big thank you to my secret sam she took the time to find something special for me and I thank her so much. She sent me a cd of the music from an Aus. show that I love but can't see in the US anylonger and truly miss it. I have already listened a # of times the music is so soft and truly relaxing. Thank you my secret sam I would name you but I don't know your board name. With great thanks. Judy

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TrishS    3

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Ohhhh I got my gift on Friday! it was from Robin (ralheit), Thank You so much robin for everything. That little massager will come in handy after surgery!

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ralheit    1

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Trish, you're very welcome. I just wanted to send you some things that would help to pamper you a little with all you've been going throug. Hope you enjoy them.

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