This is one of the best exchanges I've taken part in thus far.

First, Elsbeth was amazingly quick to pick up my information and drop me a message. Not every santa makes contact so I love it when they do. Weirdly, we found out we had a lot in common. So much so that we've been talking almost non stop since the beginning of the exchange.

I think we've covered just about everything from our interests, favourite movies, food, our love of Quicksilver (HE'S. NOT. DEAD.), Loki, and quoted The Simpsons back and forth. We even made a club. But no Homers.

I said in the secretsanta forum that if my Santa sent me a napkin I'd be happy, because I already had the best gift: A new friend.

(I'm sorry that was so cheesy. When you stop being sick, read the rest of this message.)

Elsbeth had apologised over and over about the delay, but there was really no need. I trusted that she'd ship out a gift, and even if she didn't I wasn't going to be disappointed. I loved talking to her!

But that doesn't stop the things she did send from being super awesome!

I've not had a hand made gift in the big exchanges before, and the care that has clearly gone into this one is astounding. Two pillow covers made from scratch. One is Black Widow (looking badass), and the other (as you can see) is adorned with symbols from The Avengers franchise.

Suffice to say, I love it!

Elsbeth sent a sweet letter as well, and even wrapped the presents in napkins because she'd stalked me and read my message!

The cat immediately sat on them, which is high praise indeed from her, so you know they're brilliant.

Thank you, Elsbeth! Don't be stranger! If you want my skype so we can keep chatting, drop me a message!

Anyone who gets Elsbeth as a SS in future has no idea how lucky they are!