My Secret Santa went way overboard! After some artful stalking of my profile and such he got me some great gifts! This really brightened my day since I have been having some pretty crappy ones after being dragged through a pretty gnarly (yet thankfully quick) divorce after 11 years.

First box - Santa knew of my enjoyment of Geocaching, so he went and got me a pretty awesome pack of Geocaches to place in my area. These are really tricky ones and will be hard to find. The first cache I place will be named after Santa in his honor.

Second box - Arrived a couple of days later. (Today) I opened it carefully because it had some heft to it. Inside I was attacked by loads of bubble wrap and air cushions. There were two items ensconced in this pillowy cocoon. One was a cylindrical item also nestled in bubble wrap. HOLY CRAP! A off hand comment in one of our communiqués apparently stuck with him. He had told me that my gift might miss the deadline but to not fear.. and have a eggnog or some such drink while I waited. I offhandedly said I prefer to put a dash of a nice single malt in my nog to give it a bit of a kick.. and Santa delivered! Grangestone Single Malt 12 year old Scotch.. Wow! It is only 10am dare I have a sip while I am working?? Oh yes you betcha!

While I pondered that, I took the second box out.. a FEDEX box... hmmm. I opened it only to be presented with yet another box. After opening that one a velvety parcel presented itself. Inside what wonders were revealed? A Flask with some great pinup art. He knew that I just retired from the US Navy after 20 years and this was perfect! I shall enshrine it when it is not actively in use on my wall of Navy Memories.

*** Update! Holy crap there was MORE! I received a third package from my Santa today, containing an Xbox live 12 month card!... Well played Santa! You have really gone overboard!! THANK you!!!!

Thank you Santa! I don't know your user name but I wish you the Happiest of Holidays.. You definitely delivered big time.