My Santa sent me a note to let me know that my gift was indeed on its way, and sure enough it arrived the very next day, all the way from Australia! This is so perfect for me, as I'm hoping to make it to Australia later this year :)

First, (s)he sent me a calendar of Australian icons. My first inclination is that it would be nothing but koalas, kangaroos, and Men at Work pictures, but it's even better! It has photos of basically everywhere I'd love to see when I'm there.

Next, I received a CD collection of 101 Aussie Hits. HERE'S where the Men at Work comes in at #1 on the first CD (I've seen Colin Hay in concert and am a big fan). I'm surprised at the songs that I already know (didn't know the artists were Australian), and I'm always excited to hear new music, too!

Finally, a barbecue cookbook with more than 50 recipes AND a brand new silicon basting brush to complement my soon-to-be awesomely enhanced grilling (which I already love to do).

Thanks a bunch, Secret Santa, you did a fantastic job and definitely made my holiday season brighter. I'm even more stoked about visiting Australia than I already was, and god knows I'll be eating good until I get there. Can't wait to mark that trip on my new calendar!