This was the first year I have been blown off by my original Santa. I had all but lost hope when Candletea contacted me with a notification that a package was on the way. Little did I know that the inbound package would be the best secret Santa gift I have ever seen. Each item was professionally wrapped. The wrapping paper on the candle was especially nice and had a unique texture. It was a shame to open it.

Upon opening the package I saw a wide selection of items that were completely matched to all of my interests. The first item I opened was the dog treats, followed by the squeaky pizza and the mouse treats. I originally thought that these were intended for me, but then my dog walked in the room and set me straight. Enclosed are the respective animals enjoying their presents.

The next item was listed as fragile, and for good reason. It was a vial of sand from the Historic Truss Bridge in Folsom, CA. (No, its perfectly fine to send a letter in addition to the package. I appreciate the consideration). About five years ago I got sick of all of the cheap landfill souvenirs that you run into whenever you travel, so I started collecting vials of sand from every place I go. I currently have a wide collection that reaches all the way to Taiwan.

As if that was not enough, my interest in Japanese culture was recognized through the gift of some delicious Pocky and a book chronicling Japanese photography. This book will be proudly displayed and read well.

I am absolutely blown away by the consideration in this gift. It is hands down the best gift I have ever gotten in Reddit secret Santa. This Redditor took a desperate situation and made it the best Reddit exchange ever.