I've been traveling since before my santa shipped my present, so I got it sent to my parents' house. I can't say opening it was the first thing I did when I got home - I had to sit around and politely discuss my travels with the parents for a few minutes - but eventually I got to tear into it with teeth, fingernails, and eventually a knife after that didn't work.

I didn't know what to expect from my first reddit santa, but my santa was awesome! I got some nice tea samples AND a book that looks fantastic! Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die - it's got all sorts of photos and whatnot (and from an independent book store). And now I have a reason to go to Hawaii and Turkey. Thanks, santa! You're awesome!