This year, I really wanted to participate in Secret Santa but after taking stock of my life, I realized I didn't need much "stuff," and my Christmas list was pretty sparse - I didn't think my Santa would want to buy me socks and shampoo. So, I challenged my Santa to just make the SS experience fun and unique instead of give them a list of things they could buy. I had no idea what to expect.

Then the package came, it was large and heavy. I half expected it to be one of those gifts where everything was impossible to open, or I had to solve a riddle or something.

Turns out, the package was just heavy because of the contents! filled with goodies from the great state of Michigan, which I have never visited. I got some local snack foods, none of which I'd heard of before, in addition to four craft brews and some Detroit-roasted coffee! They also included a really sweet letter that made the gift that much better.

Santa, thanks for taking the time to get me a thoughtful gift. My fiancee and I will surely enjoy this stuff together - and I'll get to try elk for the first time!