Me: am physics PhD student, have puppy.

I open a large box to find a stuffed tiger, along with a note taped to the inside. I read the note (picture attached). "Aw, a cute Schrodinger's cat reference," I think to myself.

I feel the tiger, and there is obviously something inside. But I am confused, because I there is no opening through which something can be inserted into the tiger. I read the note again, and see: "It is your duty in the interest of science to perform an autopsy on our feline friend and find out what killed him."

"She must have sewn the tiger back up!" As the opening experience continues, I realize more and more how much thought and effort was put into this gift.

I go for the scissors and begin my operation. (Stand back, I'm going to try science!) I remove:

A Physicist's notebook (a book of puzzles)! A sweet t-shirt. "Science doesn't care what you believe!" A fantastic toy for my puppy, personally addressed to him, along with a pro-tip on how to use it. (Fill with peanut butter and freeze for hours of entertainment.)

Overall, this was an incredibly thoughtful gift to both me and my dog, Louis, and I can tell that my Santa put a lot of effort into making it. Thank you so much! (Definitely check out pictures to see what Louis thinks.)