So today I braved the freezing rain to tromp out to the mailbox, expecting some supplies for a plush I was making. Sure enough, that envelope was there, but also a mysterious box, labeled from Rock, Paper, Awesome! Customs indicated 'Toy, Candy, Book'. I am intrigued. Clearly, this box is destined for greatness. So I make it home and slice open the packing tape. The very first thing I see is something felt and bright yellow. Of course, I pull it out.

A plush of mametchi - a tamagotchi character! I listed tamagotchi as one of my likes - i collect the little bastards, and this is freaking adorable! So of course, I can't wait to see what else is inside. I pull out two packages of sour candy - sour patch xploderz, which appear to be filled with delicious sugary goo, and Trolli sour brite crawlers. Hells yeah. Sour Gummi Worms.

And a book. Oh, the book. The worst-case scenario Survival Handbook: Dating & Sex.

Oh my god. I love these. I have the original, I have a holiday edition, and at least one more hanging around. These are hilarious and practical. There's a scrap of paper hanging out, so curiosity gets to me.

It's a letter!

"A very good friend gave me this book a long time ago. It was the cause of many LOL's. I decided that since I have been married 7 years now, maybe it is time to pass it along. Enjoy!"

This is a very special survival handbook and will be treasured!

Inside was also a holiday card - a pop up card! With hand-drawn bacon inside. Childlike glee was had.

Thank you to my gifter, this is wonderful and while the candy probably will not last too long (yum.) I don't think I could be any happier!