Nov 17, 2017, 1:32 am
Last edit by: steveman518
The wiki is an UNOFFICIAL record of gifts received. Remember to PM wharvey when you send and receive gifts!
The wiki will be maintained by steveman518, however feel free to add gifts to the wiki as you receive them.
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Gifts Received
aquamarinesteph #1
AStarr #1 #2
AtomicLush #1
bergamini #1 #2
b00mer89 #1 #2
Bravada04 #1
BXIAN #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7
canforce #1
Catman #1
CDTraveler #1 #2
Cjacq #1
ckidder331 #1 #2 #3
compubit #1 #2 #3 #4
CPH-Flyer #1 #2 #3
Dark Blue #1 #2
Deds1 #1 #2 #3
dee1843 #1
DeepUnderground #1 #2
DevilDawg1960 #1 #2 #3
diburning #1 #2 (part 2) #3
Dogmatick #1 #2
erikatcuse #1
flo-e #1
FlyingCow #1 #2 #3
ginoa724 #1
Gregor #1
gsch #1 #2
HeavenlyJane #1 #2
holloway1000 #1
HWGeeks #1
iMedic #1
jamesteroh #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6
jetset09 #1
jcnkc #1
Jinxy #1 #2
JoelThomas #1
jondabomb #1
jsds #1
Karl Gustav Annus #1 #2
kauppias #1 #2
kipper #1 (part 2) #2 #3 #4
kirkwoodj #1
linzbh #1
Lisabeth #1 #2 #3
malexander131 #1
MappingChick #1 #2 #3 #4
Marcia3641 #1
mario02423 #1
mdbe #1
mdovenmuehler #1 #2
Meneer Guggenheimer #1 #2
Micp3208 #1
miko2a #1 #2
MissChele #1 #2 #3 #4
missydarlin #1
MrDplus #1 #2
nomadic.relief #1 #2
nwncl #1
obunewbie17 #1
ohlradio #1 #2
omriba #1
onetess #1
onlyairfare #1 #2
onthewaytoadventure #1 #2
PandaSoPink #1
Recondite #1
Redhead #1 #2 #3 #4 #5
samosa #1 #2
sammyindc #1
sandratravels #1 #2
santina91 #1 #2
ScGhost0 #1 #2
shutterbugguy #1 #2 #3
smc333 #1
spartacus #1
sperkins921 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5
steveman518 #1 #2 #3 (part 2)
stingtx #1
sweetcreamytea #1 #2
tcl #1 #2 (part 2)
Thatguyatthebar #1
token385 #1 #2 #3
TokyoFoodie #1 #2 #3 #4 #5
Tpa-flyer #1
tzvilev #1 #2 #3
WIRunner #1 #2 #3
WriterGirlLinds #1 #2 #3 #4 #5
yunicorner #1 #2
YVRorange #1
Secret Santa 2017 Official Thread
Dec 15, 2017, 5:38 pm
#451
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Toledo, OH
Programs: Delta DM & MM, Hilton DM, Marriott gold, Hyatt Globalist, Alaska 75K, Wyndham Diamond,
Posts: 15,399
Received a box from Buckeye Craft Beer. Said box contained a 6-pack of Maumee Bay GlassHopper IPA and a 6-pack Maumee Bay Glass City Pale Ale. There was a note that indicated I would also receive a package from Amazon, so based on prior posts and my Amazon package from earlier in the month, I'm guessing this was from jamesteroh. I'm happy, as with the weather, the beer was nice and cold when I opened the box. 
Dec 15, 2017, 5:49 pm
#452
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Either at the shooting range or anywhere good beer can be found...
Posts: 51,050
Dec 15, 2017, 5:55 pm
#453
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Either at the shooting range or anywhere good beer can be found...
Posts: 51,050
Received a bonsai tree today, with a note indicating it was from one of my FT santas! It will look quite nice on my desk at work! Thanks!
Dec 15, 2017, 8:47 pm
#454
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: CT, USA
Programs: Marriott/SPG Plat (won't last), Hilton Gold
Posts: 454
Head Santa Update:
I have updated my files with all the information you have sent me.... I am a bit concerned about the number of blank fields... with gifts that have not been confirmed as shipped yet.
In addition, remember you need to detail to me what exactly you ship. Many of you say you shipped but do not tell me what.... so when people start telling me what they got... if they had more than one Santa... I have no way to give proper credit in my spreadsheet.
Also, remember, you MUST message me.... posting in this thread is not sufficient.
I have updated my files with all the information you have sent me.... I am a bit concerned about the number of blank fields... with gifts that have not been confirmed as shipped yet.
In addition, remember you need to detail to me what exactly you ship. Many of you say you shipped but do not tell me what.... so when people start telling me what they got... if they had more than one Santa... I have no way to give proper credit in my spreadsheet.
Also, remember, you MUST message me.... posting in this thread is not sufficient.
Dec 16, 2017, 8:13 am
#455
Join Date: Sep 2016
Programs: Air Canada - Aeroplan Black, AC - E50K, NEXUS/GE
Posts: 225
Well I managed to get both Secret Santa Packages, despite some Canada Post mishaps. The first is from iMedic. I love beer glasses and the hat will keep me very warm in the Nova Scotia winter for sure. Thanks so much for the Pilot Log Book, which will definitely come in handy once I start my PPL training, and for finding that new livery A321! I'll add it to my 787-800 that I have when I return to Victoria in January! Very thoughtful gifts message in the included card.
The second gift had no name attached, flyertalk handle or otherwise, but included a really neat collection of stories on what Vancouver was like in the 20th century, through the eyes of ordinary people and not prominent community figures. The crystal Spiegelau glasses are also very nice and I will definitely enjoy a holiday beverage or two this evening to break them in (no pun intended)!
My recipients haven't posted yet that they received them but I sent them earlier this week so should be any day now!
The second gift had no name attached, flyertalk handle or otherwise, but included a really neat collection of stories on what Vancouver was like in the 20th century, through the eyes of ordinary people and not prominent community figures. The crystal Spiegelau glasses are also very nice and I will definitely enjoy a holiday beverage or two this evening to break them in (no pun intended)!
My recipients haven't posted yet that they received them but I sent them earlier this week so should be any day now!
Dec 16, 2017, 9:51 am
#456
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: CT, USA
Programs: Marriott/SPG Plat (won't last), Hilton Gold
Posts: 454
I am excited to report that my gift came today! I received the most lovely things from @PandaSoPink, including a gorgeous Vera Bradley packing cube (I travel frequently and this will be put to good use), a Hamilton 2018 daily calendar (I'm a huge show fan and have seen Hamilton twice), a deliciously scented candle,(cashmere and sandalwood!) and some amazing chocolate (who doesn't love chocolate?). In addition, PandaSoPink sent a card with a special message, and packed and wrapped everything so nicely (including a Santa box) that it was a treat to open. The gift was perfect in every way and really made my morning. PandaSoPink - thank you so much!! Happy Holidays to all!
Last edited by onetess; Dec 16, 2017 at 12:24 pm
Dec 16, 2017, 3:56 pm
#457
Join Date: Feb 2007
Programs: Delta PE, HHonours Diamond, Turkish Miles & Smiles Gold, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 70
Thank you!
Will be enjoying these this weekend with family.
Perfect sized bonsai Christmas tree and sure beats my wee Poinsettia branch.
A special thank you to my Secret Santas. Loving both of the gifts!
Dec 16, 2017, 5:30 pm
#459
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: PIT/WAS
Programs: Delta GM
Posts: 256
Gifts arrived!
Thank you @ckidder331 for the gifts received! The scratch & sniff guide to whiskey aromas has already been a big hit! The "twisty" glasses are really cool and came in an awesome box, and will definitely put the whiskey stones to good use.
Thanks again FTSS!
Dec 16, 2017, 9:39 pm
#460
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Online
Programs: AA, Amex, HH, MP
Posts: 37
Just a quick update, I received my first package yesterday from a CS? from Vancouver, BC! How awesome, be the first time Ive received a package outside the US in all the years ive done this! However doh! my wife wrapped it and is making me wait till xmas day.....lol One can never break family tradition which is important to us. So thank you CS, as well will post pics of the gifts day after xmas 
Dec 17, 2017, 2:04 am
#461
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: ZRH
Programs: LH
Posts: 414
Dec 17, 2017, 8:34 am
#462
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Zanzibar
Programs: Flying Blue
Posts: 1,319
I am so happy! A tiny amazon package was delivered I have had no knowledge off arriving. As I was of those giftees who had a very very slim list of wishes I am very curious what is in there. But I have a sneaky suspicion that I will like it. I will post pics when unpackaged but that MIGHT be only after our HOLIDAY so Secret Santa 1/2 a bit of patience if we do not exceed.
I really enjoyed seeing or reading my gifts where received!
I really would like to thank the TEAM organising this all and of course my Secret Santa's!
I am in for NEXT year to!
I really enjoyed seeing or reading my gifts where received!
I really would like to thank the TEAM organising this all and of course my Secret Santa's!
I am in for NEXT year to!
Dec 18, 2017, 6:17 am
#464
Flyertalk Evangelist and Moderator: Coupon Connection and Travel Products
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2000
Location: Milton, GA USA
Programs: Hilton Diamond, IHG Platinum Elite, Hyatt Discoverist, Radisson Elite
Posts: 19,040
Good morning.
I am beginning to get concerned because many of you have not confirmed you have shipped your gifts yet or detailed what you sent.... or else people have received gifts and have not detailed in a message to me what you received.
I just sent out a PM to everyone who has not confirmed sending ALL their gifts.... that list is very long.
I ask that people work on their commitments quickly.... everyone agreed to have gifts arrive before December 25th.
After tomorrow, I will be out of pocket for several days.... so I will be unable to follow up on problems until December 26th.
I am beginning to get concerned because many of you have not confirmed you have shipped your gifts yet or detailed what you sent.... or else people have received gifts and have not detailed in a message to me what you received.
I just sent out a PM to everyone who has not confirmed sending ALL their gifts.... that list is very long.
I ask that people work on their commitments quickly.... everyone agreed to have gifts arrive before December 25th.
After tomorrow, I will be out of pocket for several days.... so I will be unable to follow up on problems until December 26th.
Dec 18, 2017, 9:50 am
#465
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 335
A big thank you to my Secret Santa! Apologies for the delay in getting this up - I only received the gifts this weekend, after an unexpected change of location due to a family bereavement.
I've used the fitness bands today (after demolishing the chocolates in two days
), and the book on coffee has been a great and timely gift - I'm looking to get a Bean to Cup machine, soon!Thanks, and Merry Christmas