Want to play?  Here's how:  Post that you are in (it's totally free) and after about a week or so, I will secretly PM you with a name of another person that also wants to play.  You then come back to this thread and post a pic or two, three or twenty (money is no object since it's just pictures of the stuff) of what you would buy so and so for Christmas.  But DON"T post who it is for (hence the secret part) and makes it more fun if we guess who the presents are for.  Of course, if the recipient guesses right, you can confirm that.  Also if you would like, we can open up the game to "buying" presents for everybody or anybody. 

So to begin:

I'm >IN<

I'm in!

I like doing this, and I've had some great stuff in the past.

My only concern is getting someone I don't know that well

What I've always done is kinda look through their profile of some of the posts they've done and if I know them on Facebook, pay attention to what they post, etc.  What we *could* also do is make up a short "wish" list as a guide and let the gifter pick out something appropriate (but extravagant.)  ;D

OK, I'm in.

I'm in.


Cat

I'm really glad that this is getting a good response.  :)

If you want, post a few hints on things you'd like for Christmas.  Can really be anything the mind imagines. 

A few I'd like:

A big house (kinda Victorian/country type with a front porch swing and a fireplace.)
A lovely English country garden (with a gardener because I can't grow anything but impatient.)
Cats, many many more cats.
Would love a housekeeper and a cook and a chauffer.  I know, I'm not asking for much, am I?  lol
I'd love a beautiful Christmas tree and decorations galore.
I'd like my Christmas cards to be done and mailed.  On time.  Not forgetting anyone for once.  :P
I'd love to be able to paint, beautiful landscapes, with Bob Ross (American PBS painter extroidinaire)
I'd love to learn about different cultures of the world, especially through travel.
I'd actually love to be healthy enough to walk, and travel, and just be young again.  ;D
Oh and the standard, Peace, Love, and Joy, and health to everyone around the world.

I am so happy to see this is still going. I want in! And I am so glad you are running it. It can get complicated for the organizer.

YayayayayayaaaaAyyyyyyy!

If you want, post a few hints on things you'd like for Christmas.  Can really be anything the mind imagines. 

A few I'd like:

A big house (kinda Victorian/country type with a front porch swing and a fireplace.)
A lovely English country garden (with a gardener because I can't grow anything but impatient.)
Cats, many many more cats.
Would love a housekeeper and a cook and a chauffer.  I know, I'm not asking for much, am I?  lol
I'd love a beautiful Christmas tree and decorations galore.
I'd like my Christmas cards to be done and mailed.  On time.  Not forgetting anyone for once.  :P
I'd love to be able to paint, beautiful landscapes, with Bob Ross (American PBS painter extroidinaire)
I'd love to learn about different cultures of the world, especially through travel.
I'd actually love to be healthy enough to walk, and travel, and just be young again.  ;D
Oh and the standard, Peace, Love, and Joy, and health to everyone around the world.



Did you get that idea from me?  ;) :D ;D ;D ;D




Cat

If you want, post a few hints on things you'd like for Christmas.  Can really be anything the mind imagines. 

A few I'd like:

A big house (kinda Victorian/country type with a front porch swing and a fireplace.)
A lovely English country garden (with a gardener because I can't grow anything but impatient.)
Cats, many many more cats.
Would love a housekeeper and a cook and a chauffer.  I know, I'm not asking for much, am I?  lol
I'd love a beautiful Christmas tree and decorations galore.
I'd like my Christmas cards to be done and mailed.  On time.  Not forgetting anyone for once.  :P
I'd love to be able to paint, beautiful landscapes, with Bob Ross (American PBS painter extroidinaire)
I'd love to learn about different cultures of the world, especially through travel.
I'd actually love to be healthy enough to walk, and travel, and just be young again.  ;D
Oh and the standard, Peace, Love, and Joy, and health to everyone around the world.



something that's wrestling, porn or music related. ;)

Did you get that idea from me?  ;) :D ;D ;D ;D




Cat


lol Kinda.  Although I've always wanted one, I remember in college writing a paper in some writing class about my ideal house.  That was a fun paper to write.  You posting your pics helped me to remember that was what I wanted at one time.  :)

I think I'm going to give this another couple days for people to join and/or post their hints list.  So if you are already "in", come sit on Virtual Santa's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas.  ;D

I think I'm going to give this another couple days for people to join and/or post their hints list.  So if you are already "in", come sit on Virtual Santa's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas.  ;D


What don't I want?

OK, I am going to send out the assignments now.  Happy holidays.

Guess I'll go first ;D


https://img0.etsystatic.com/030/1/8611122/il_340x270.542630058_a0gt.jpg

This is the first of the people who Santa left prezzies for:

A meet-and-greet with your favorite Food Network stars plus as many cooking lessons as you'd like:
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608020133733795198&pid=15.1&P=0

A lifetime supply of cosmetics (from any of the brands that you like)
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608042398849764109&pid=15.1&P=0

Anything you need to do as many hairstyles as you want (including hair gems, flowers, hair jewelry, scissors, brushes, combs  and all of the new products that come out)
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608032730881527405&pid=15.1&P=0

Painting supplies
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608030802424368919&pid=15.1&P=0https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608036836863970442&pid=15.1&P=0

A time-travel device so that you can study various decades and it's styles
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.607989081129422545&pid=15.1&P=0

A bouqet a week
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608028053662664866&pid=15.1&P=0

Unlimited airline or cruise ship tickets to anywhere in the world
https://sp.yimg.com/ib/th?id=HN.608004809292581481&pid=15.1&P=0

Hope you like your gifts.

I am going to be busy for the next few days but I will post my gifts on Tuesday.



Cat

http://www.lovethisitem.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Cat-Scratch-Kratzbaum-von-SuckUK-3.jpg

http://rlv.zcache.com/cute_kitty_cat_with_kawaii_cupcake_coffee_mugs-r80a66a5d471b4ae580a64e86df20b1b3_x7jg5_8byvr_512.jpg

These are presents for this person who loves cats. enjoy your gifts.

For those that may think the presents are theirs, you can ask if it is.  ;) ;D

For those that may think the presents are theirs, you can ask if it is.  ;) ;D


won't asking ruin the surprise?  ???

won't asking ruin the surprise?  ???


Well, I dunno, I mean, we have to find out sometime who the presents are for...

I've only run this a couple times, so I'm kinda guessing what to do.  lol

Since these are virtual gifts I can afford anything!

whatever you want from

https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTA6xeM4VCqNNLcLwPADN407xsE7RwkvrPlmvgYbih5HffkF12mPg

(or other music shop of your choice)


This guy for one night only

http://hallodubai.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/eric-clapton.jpg


And

https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSvS5LToAFxqyC8yGKuY6jFyaIMG7QRDUzWphj_E5v0LF_N9XJtZQ

lol i am liking everyone's presents so far!  I'll tell ya, if the person whose present, Eric Clapton is, doesn't want him, I'll take him off your hands.  ;) ;D

lol i am liking everyone's presents so far!  I'll tell ya, if the person whose present, Eric Clapton is, doesn't want him, I'll take him off your hands.  ;) ;D


all the gifts are so great so far...Amazing! I can't wait to confirm my gifts...I want to wait till they are all up.

OK, I"m going for it. I think my "giftee" could use these things...

To get things in order during these hectic times:
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/09/24/article-2207935-0B562A83000005DC-581_634x409.jpg

A cool cat-cave and car for getting away on your own:
http://s3images.coroflot.com/user_files/individual_files/original_339081_jYMXu33GeJ6so3RL5YJrMJDfb.jpg

For when it really gets snowing in your neck of the woods:
http://www.alaskarails.org/snow-fighting/LT-br-22.jpg

And a better place for us all to live in:
http://api.ning.com/files/EUV3-fLm6yq8OAl95FA8nJrwvDs2yrGPnfhQm88NRCTUjV23CqDCf0nfHhHDcKnstduMPUW8euKtnGLE1Per9RlhyFgSdk9L/peace_on_earth_holo300.gif

lol i am liking everyone's presents so far!  I'll tell ya, if the person whose present, Eric Clapton is, doesn't want him, I'll take him off your hands.  ;) ;D


You can't do that or can you? Is that allowed? ???

For my giftee, we shall start with a trip to Killington:

http://skithebeast.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/killington.jpg

Since Killington is so close to my home, a visit is also included.  ;)

After a day (or two) on the slopes, a nice massage for two would be in order.


http://montedaquintaresort.com/uploads/media/photos/spa-couple.jpg


And then there is this for whatever you want for your home.

http://www.realtyqueento.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/ikea-giftcard.jpeg


And you can get to the store in this:

http://goldsilver.com/re/common/images/images/Tesla%20Model%20S%20Mike%20Maloney%20Next%20Car.png


I hope you enjoy your gifts.


Cat

OK, That's everyone.
Santa needed a few extra reindeer for that haul.  ;D

Anyone have any guesses as to whose presents are whose?


If you'd like, we can open the thread up to what we would "buy" other members virtual presents (extravagant as possible)?  Doesn't have to be just the people that played in this thread this year.  Anybody.  Just as long as they are "nice" presents and not mean-spirited.  ;)

OK, That's everyone.
Santa needed a few extra reindeer for that haul.  ;D

Anyone have any guesses as to whose presents are whose?


If you'd like, we can open the thread up to what we would "buy" other members virtual presents (extravagant as possible)?  Doesn't have to be just the people that played in this thread this year.  Anybody.  Just as long as they are "nice" presents and not mean-spirited.  ;)



I don't want to be the first to guess but I am really hoping that a certain one is mine.




Cat

lol OK, I'll go first.  I'm "guessing" Howard is my Virtual Santa.  Guessing because I assigned him me.  lol 

But I DO love the kitty cats.  Love love love.  Thank you.  :)

I will go next.

I really HOPE these are mine.


OK, I"m going for it. I think my "giftee" could use these things...

To get things in order during these hectic times:
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/09/24/article-2207935-0B562A83000005DC-581_634x409.jpg

A cool cat-cave and car for getting away on your own:
http://s3images.coroflot.com/user_files/individual_files/original_339081_jYMXu33GeJ6so3RL5YJrMJDfb.jpg

For when it really gets snowing in your neck of the woods:
http://www.alaskarails.org/snow-fighting/LT-br-22.jpg

And a better place for us all to live in:
http://api.ning.com/files/EUV3-fLm6yq8OAl95FA8nJrwvDs2yrGPnfhQm88NRCTUjV23CqDCf0nfHhHDcKnstduMPUW8euKtnGLE1Per9RlhyFgSdk9L/peace_on_earth_holo300.gif



I would love to have a "staff" to make my home look BEAUTIFUL.

But the best gift of all is the last one. Can't tell you how much I LOVE this one. This is truly the perfect gift and one that makes me cry (in a good way).


Cat

Can we start guessing? I don't want to ruin it for anyone who has not posted gifts yet...but I think I see my presents!!!!

http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/z/happy-boy-lots-christmas-presents-16049764.jpg

I will go next.

I really HOPE these are mine.


I would love to have a "staff" to make my home look BEAUTIFUL.

But the best gift of all is the last one. Can't tell you how much I LOVE this one. This is truly the perfect gift and one that makes me cry (in a good way).


Cat


YESSSSSS!!!!!! A very very merry Christmas to you, the house, the family...and the staff! LOL

I think this is for me, since that shop is right near my house....



Since these are virtual gifts I can afford anything!

whatever you want from

https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTA6xeM4VCqNNLcLwPADN407xsE7RwkvrPlmvgYbih5HffkF12mPg

(or other music shop of your choice)


This guy for one night only

http://hallodubai.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/eric-clapton.jpg


And

https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSvS5LToAFxqyC8yGKuY6jFyaIMG7QRDUzWphj_E5v0LF_N9XJtZQ

lol OK, I'll go first.  I'm "guessing" Howard is my Virtual Santa.  Guessing because I assigned him me.  lol 

But I DO love the kitty cats.  Love love love.  Thank you.  :)


Yes, you caught me, I am your secret Santa. :)

I wasn't too sure if your cats like the record player scratching post so I just took a guess.

Yes, you caught me, I am your secret Santa. :)

I wasn't too sure if your cats like the record player scratching post so I just took a guess.


They would LOVE it, you should see the condition of the scratching post that we have now.  Our one kitty uses it every day.  This is the second one in two years that we have had.  And yes, her claws are quite sharp now.  ;D  Thanks again.

I think this is for me, since that shop is right near my house....


Yes it is.  I hope you like my gifts

I'm hoping Cat was my secret santa.

I'm hoping Cat was my secret santa.



I am and I hope you like your gifts.



Cat

Yes it is.  I hope you like my gifts

These were great!

It's almost as good as the real thing. I love this game. ;D