As a first timer here in the reddit SS exchange, I am beyond thrilled with the turnout. My SS made me so happy. I felt like I was 9 years old again during christmas. I received messages from him today saying that "its out for delivery" ; "keep an eye out!" and all day I did just that. I repeatedly checked my phone for the tracking information and constantly texted my mom (who was at her house where I had it sent) to see if it had arrived yet. After a long day of suspense, I got home to find that it had not yet shipped. It was 8:45 PM when I had lost all hope that it would arrive today. The thought of waiting another full day at work was painful to think about. I know this is a busy time of year for deliveries, but I had no idea that UPS still made deliveries so late into the night. After leaving my moms to go home, I was very disappointed...As I went on reddit via my phone to look at the secret santa page, my phone rang. BOOM my eyes lit up. It was my mom calling to tell me that as soon as I left, the UPS guy came and dropped it on the porch. I grabbed my coat and flew back over to get it!

My SS took careful note of my description I put in my profile and couldn't have done a better job at executing the gift. I am a Geography undergrad who loves travel, and loves adventure and his gift was really well executed. I got to my moms to find the box sitting next to the door waiting for me. I grabbed it and ran inside to open it. As I opened the box I found a small treasure chest inside. This small chest contained a few of my favorite things. very cool maps ; of the area where I am from... A six pack of Sam Addams with a matching beer glass. and a really nice card. The small treasure chest alone was super cool to get in the mail. I will certainly be using it to store things! ( or even to burry my treasures o.O

I am so glad that I participated in the exchange this year and look forward to doing it agin in the years to come. My mom saw how excited I got and thought that I was the coolest thing that complete strangers go to this extent to give gifts to others. She has now decided she will be gifting next year.