Late here because I never have time to log on these days, but I had to share that my AMAZING Secret Elf sent me the most beautiful little MAC bag with a lipstick, lip gloss and liner in stunning new-to-me colors. They will definitely be worn for holiday events and beyond. I could not have been more thrilled especially after a long weekend of working, and my DS wanted to know why he can't have a Secret Elf too.

I know who my Elf is, but I am keeping mum so as not to mess up any guessing! THANK YOU, SE!

Sorry for being another one of the late posters, but I, too, had a lovely and generous Elf! I don't know who it is, except that Elfie is from California, and I can't remember who lives there.

My package arrived very quickly--around the 1st of December. I had to put it away so I wouldn't be tempted. I didn't photograph the packaging, but inside was a lovely card (my first!--but I'm not expecting many this year). There was also a fab winter white beret! I've been needing some lighter things in the grey here, and this was perfect. And lastly, there were some Trader Joe's green tea mints, which were absolutely perfect. I've been feeling quite homesick (for both the US and Australia) since I've moved here, and receiving one of my favourite treats from home really lifted my spirits.

Thank you, Elf!

My elf sent another package, and I couldn't be happier! It's TEA!!!

Some local teas from Maryland (ooh, so exotic and mysterious), and some Tazo teas in a beautiful chest.

Yay, Elf, you are super! I had some "Black Raven Tea" yesterday and it tasted delicious - it reminded me of my favorite chocolate bar which is Lindt's Black Currant one. Yum city! Thank you! I am overwhelmed, so many prezzies, it's a happy overload.

It was a few weeks before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring not even a possum...

Am no poet, but late last night when I got home from a Christmas party I was able to open a giant box and inside was a bad from Anthropology (yay), with two lovely owl decorations, a really awesome vase, a stocking and a giant pen (which my daughter would like to give back to Santa as he might need it!).

It was a lovely surprise to come how too and I am really appreciative of the efforts my elf went too.

Will post pics this evening, was too dark last night and I ran out of time this morning.

Awwww I love seeing everyone's presents! I wish I could participate, but I am too paranoid to share postal addresses on the internet. Shame on me, because it sure looks like fun!!

Irene, your post cracks me up because it reminds me of one of last year's Shoptoberfest participants (you know who you are ) who actually LIED TO HER CHILDREN about where she was going for the weekend, because she didn't want them to think it was okay to go flying off all the way across the country to have a sleepover with a bunch of strangers from the internet! Cracked me up then, cracks me up now!!

My awesome hat and the beautiful packaging-- feels very luxurious! I have no idea about the identity of my generous Santa-- does she want to help me out?