I DID NOT CRY OK. NOT A SINGLE TEAR WAS SHED.

OK MAYBE ONE. OR TWO.

I had thought I was gifting my Secret Santa, so I wrote I was ecstatic to look for their presents. Oh yes, I'm definitely a first-timer in the world of Secret Santas. After an embarrassing edit, I worried I had frightened away my Secret Santa due to my long details of likes and dislikes. I was mistaken.

Out popped these two packages that I fought the urge to open. And I'm so glad I did. Oh so glad.

I drink tea almost daily, and mentioned flavors I've tasted. It was a menial fact, yet the dear person took that into mind, and created a perfect gift, something I would never had thought of getting myself (because I have a loose brain).

After a beginning course of Japanese, I was hooked onto the language, and will take more courses next year; hence, I included such a small detail that the observant Secret Santa noticed. To add, I love stargazing and astronomy, so of course I would insert such a hobby into my profile! And what came out of it? The most coolest, fantastic, darling gift I've ever received! I'm currently admiring it right now. A map of the stars, and even in Japanese?! Oh man, does this Santa know the way into my soul.

As you can tell from the captions, I am very not unhappy with this Secret Santa exchange. While I was wrapping the presents, I was reminded what the gifts of giving and receiving really meant, and it warmed my heart to know there was someone else out there, thinking of a gift, and how grateful I am for a second one, to make me smile. Such a person led me to feel even more joy when I started to wrap gifts for my family and giftee.

Did I mention I love my gifts, Secret Santa? No? I ADORE THEM. Have I also included how your different qualities define that awesomeness of yours? You are awesome. I hope, no, I fervently wish your holidays are filled with prosperity, content, health, and smiles of laughter throughout the years. You deserve it. ★

Now, excuse me while I go...faint or scream in excitement