This is NOT a simple pleasure, but I sure do appreciate it. My Santa CAME THROUGH, ya'll. I was expecting a book, some bath bombs, and chocolate (you know, like I sent-- yikes!). NOPE!

Baby, I'm going to Cirque du Soleil.

Probably, more than likely... okay, the best gift I've ever received on an exchange is a $100 Cirque du Soleil gift certificate to use wherever I want. Should I go to Vegas to see "O" or "Zumanity?" How about catching something on tour like "Crystal" or "Corteo?" The possibilities are truly endless.

And my first exchange as an Elf? STUNNING!

Instead of watching Fox News, I'll go to to the real circus! Thanks, Santa. I'm over the moon.