2012 SS/elves PHOTOS & comments reveal - Doberman Forum : Doberman Breed Dog Forums

lolonurse · 11-15-2012, 09:51 AM

YAY!!! so this is the thread for the 2012 Secret Santa and Rescue Elves "victims" (recipients) to post pictures of their furkids sniffing strange packages they can't open yet, and later, opening and examining and trying out their loot. We also welcome all comments and observations and explanations - this is the jolliest thread of the year!

There are a couple of people who may post early due to special circumstances, ...and all rescues can post on here any time they like. Rescues may be receiving their packages early, since any day fun things come to rescues is like Christmas. (or Chanukah iiii!iiii)

(everyone else has to wait until at least December 15th to open gifts, which is the last night of Chanukah, and close enough to Christmas not to be totally ridiculous!!)

remember - after New Year's, all Santas and victims WILL be revealed! So if you haven't guessed by then or your Santa doesn't reveal their identity, you won't be left wondering!

(I know this seems awfully early for a reveal thread, but thanks for being understanding. lolo)

lestat1978 · 11-15-2012, 09:53 AM

Comment: I don't think you have enough animated gifs in the reveal thread. Please show at least a little enthusiasm.

lolonurse · 11-15-2012, 09:58 AM

giggle... i'm usually so sedate and introverted,,, but for the SS, I've become shamelessly silly. so inappropriate for an old lady...

**MeadowCat** · 11-15-2012, 01:13 PM

I'm really touched to be able to make the first "reveal" post in this thread. The person who had me as a victim, Liz (username Lexi), saw my post about Simon's passing, and asked Lois permission to send my package early. She put together a beautiful, touching photo collage of Simon and included tons of items from our wish list (yay for green tripe!). When I opened the box, I didn't know that it was a secret santa gift. Inside, I found a really touching, heartfelt letter from Liz, pulled out the photo collage, and began to sob.

I'm so grateful for the gifts. It's amazing how much it means to us that Simon was so loved, even by people who had never met him. That Liz took the time to put together the photos for me means so much. Plus, Shanoa is thrilled with the treats, and will be reluctantly sharing them with our new addition, Richter.

I can't tell you how touched we are to have received this. The timing was really wonderful - I am going to pick up Simon's ashes tomorrow. A huge, huge thank you to Liz for the gifts and the kind words. I will get some pictures later to share.

lolonurse · 11-15-2012, 03:27 PM

Nicole ... after what you went through with poor Simon, you really did need some smiles to go along with all your tears. You put on such a brave face, your posts were so light-hearted even though you were dealing with something so tragic... and then having to put that aside enough to cope with a new puppy. Sometimes timing can be just stinkin'... Anyway, we are glad you are the first reveal-er, and look forward to pics. Simon is definitely smiling on you.

Lexi · 11-15-2012, 09:30 PM

You are so very welcome. Hugs to everyone there with you.

Liz

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Originally Posted by MeadowCat

I'm really touched to be able to make the first "reveal" post in this thread. The person who had me as a victim, Liz (username Lexi), saw my post about Simon's passing, and asked Lois permission to send my package early. She put together a beautiful, touching photo collage of Simon and included tons of items from our wish list (yay for green tripe!). When I opened the box, I didn't know that it was a secret santa gift. Inside, I found a really touching, heartfelt letter from Liz, pulled out the photo collage, and began to sob.

I'm so grateful for the gifts. It's amazing how much it means to us that Simon was so loved, even by people who had never met him. That Liz took the time to put together the photos for me means so much. Plus, Shanoa is thrilled with the treats, and will be reluctantly sharing them with our new addition, Richter.

I can't tell you how touched we are to have received this. The timing was really wonderful - I am going to pick up Simon's ashes tomorrow. A huge, huge thank you to Liz for the gifts and the kind words. I will get some pictures later to share.

Zeusy Boy's Mama · 11-15-2012, 09:55 PM

Lexi - YOU ROCK!

lolonurse · 11-17-2012, 06:54 PM

I'll be bumping this (unless someone else does) every day or so now, since a couple of the Rescue Elves' packages have been, or are about to be, sent... want to be sure this thread is easy for them to find when they want to post pics!!

PorschaLei · 11-17-2012, 10:47 PM

Will be sending ym rescue elves package out on monday!

lolonurse · 11-18-2012, 09:53 PM

bumpetybump

**NOX** · 11-19-2012, 12:21 AM

My elves box will be there this wed or thurs according to the post office!

lolonurse · 11-19-2012, 10:33 AM

well... definitely NOT Thursday - it's Thanksgiving! lol

**NOX** · 11-19-2012, 10:59 AM

Oh yeah ! so wed it is

lolonurse · 11-20-2012, 09:04 AM

good morning Doberfamily... bump.

**dax0402** · 11-20-2012, 09:20 AM

Have all my Rescue Elves package bought but one thing and then all it needs is to be packed and sent!

Capone's Mommy · 11-20-2012, 10:43 AM

Hoping for good cyber Monday sales! Can't wait to see the photos roll in and presents!

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lolonurse · 11-22-2012, 02:09 PM

i know nothing will happen today, but ... bump!

Lexi · 11-22-2012, 07:18 PM

Will be sending out our rescue package Saturday. I'm kinda dreading the line at the post office but hopefully it won't be too bad. It's worth it no matter what to go to the rescues.