My Santa has delivered! What a truly thoughtful box of treats. This is really what embodies the fun of the international exchange, a chance to try new things. So here goes ...

First off, there is the most amazing smelling bag of loose tea. My boyfriend and I passed it back and forth sniffing it and identifying all the fantastic components: Cardamon, almond, pepper corn, orange peel in a black tea base. I cannot wait to brew a pot!

Next is an assortment of treats, hard candies, dark chocolate, liquorice, and even chocolate glazed liquorice sticks with chili flakes. Did someone say, all my very favorite things in one box? I'm not sure even my family could have picked such perfect things.

And then, coffee!! My daily life line to sanity and now in new and improved Swedish style! I look forward to brewing a pot at work and I might even share, possibly.

Lastly, a lovely note from my Santa who worried about being late (and didn't need to!). Thank you, kind Santa. You have delivered a box of smiles from Sweden to sunny New Mexico and I couldn't be more grateful. Best wishes to you and your loved one for a happy new year!