Dear Santa,

This is a letter to thank you and explain how much the gifts you picked out made me smile and how absolutely perfect they each are. It's going to be long, but no matter how much I write it will not do my appreciation justice!

For Tea Time!

Out of everything, I think the mixing bowl set and the spatulas warmed my soul the most. I have been hobbling my way through holiday baking with just 2 too-large mixing bowls and one spatula. I can't really explain why I never got myself the needed upgrades sooner, aside from being stubborn. Thank you so much for zeroing in on those specific kitchen items!

And then beautiful new baking sheets, Downtown Abbey themed scone mix, The Crown themed tea (another favorite series), an all-too-accurate knitting mug and CLOTTED CREAM? Oh my gosh! I am in cream tea heaven! I traveled to London in 2016 for the first time and was fairly convinced during the trip that I could live on scones and clotted cream for the rest of my life. Thank you for giving me the components to recreate some treasured travel memories (and tastes) in my new house!

For Relaxing!

Again, you sent me something that I was prepared to put off getting for longer than I should and I am so grateful. I had been knitting myself a sweater and had to stop because I realized half way through that I was missing the correct needles to knit the arms. My sweater can now be resurrected and finished!!!

I am so excited to bring the knitting themed desk calendar to work in January and spend 2019 discovering new patterns!

The two puzzles you picked out are stunning! I think I will start the bookstore one first on Christmas. :) I don't know if you noticed, but there is a little orange cat in the corner just like mine!

For The Kitties!

As you saw in the sneak peek yesterday, the cozy nesting box was an instant hit. In its current spot it also gives them access to crunch on some higher branches of the christmas tree. lol I have not opened the crinkle tunnel or the catnip play bag yet (saving them for Christmas day fun), but I am positive they are going to love them both! Thank you for going the extra mile and spoiling my best furry friends, too!

Because Christmas!

The ornament you mention has not arrived yet but I am excited for when it does!!!

And... WOW! That Mardi Gras mask! What a delightful surprise! It's gorgeous and I love it! Thank you especially for sending something that is also a special part of your life. Your mask collection must be awesome!

I think... that's everything?! Truly I have been so touched by your generosity and thoughtfulness, I love everything and had such a fun time receiving and unpacking the crazy pile of boxes. I can't believe I was matched with such an amazing Santa as you!

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Heaps of Love,

Your Giftee ​