This was my second time participating in the reddit gifts SS exchange, but only my first time receiving a gift. The first time I participated (2012) I was stiffed, which is okay, but also my giftee & rematch giftee did not thank me/post happy photos with their gifts I gave them :-( So, it wasn't a very fun exchange for me. Discouraged, I did not participate last year. This year however, I was feeling the holiday spirit and wanted to give SS another try. My giftee loved their gift, and let all of the interwebs know! And, I am soooo happy with what my SS got me! This was an item (Urban Decay Electric Palette) I wanted to purchase just a few months ago but I couldn't afford it at the time. So excited! And I also received some fun new samples and a make up bag that is literally my favorite color!!! Thank you so much my sweet sweet Secret Santa!