Guys, my Arbitrary Day Secret Santa is AWESOME. I hadn't had great luck with Arbitrary Day exchanges in the past, but I signed up for this one because I wanted to give it a try again. And also because I'd just gone through a breakup and was looking for a pick-me-up. And my Santa definitely delivered!

He messaged me last week to tell me that the original gift he'd planned to send me wasn't able to be ordered after all - but he had three other ideas in the works! He asked me a few specific questions for what sounded like really unique, exciting gifts. After answering, he wrote me back to tell me what my gift is:

A chocolate-making workshop!!!!

The workshop isn't until late August, but that's totally okay - I like anticipation, and it gives me something to look forward to! It's a Sweet and Savoury workshop, and from what I understand, I'll get to make truffles with some exotic flavourings. Plus the place it's held, The Mad Bean coffee house, is right in my neighbourhood! Extra points for convenience. I'm really looking forward to trying something like this, to meeting some new people, and to making (and eating!) something delicious! This gift is a perfect twist on the "eat lots of chocolate after a breakup" trope, and as a chocolate lover, I am way into it.

Thank you again so much, Santa - your thoughtfulness really means a lot to me. I'll be sure to take pictures at the class and of my delicious creations to send your way!