This is the first time I've participated in Arbitrary Day. All of the exchanges I've participated in have had definite themes. The Holiday exchanges I've participated in were small subreddit exchanges, so they had specific themes as well. I was interested to see what my Santa would come up with based on a bunch of random information.

I received this fantastic book on artisan bread making (and of course the author/baker, Ken Forkish, is in Portland. I chuckled.) and a game called Love Letter. Both items have received awards.

Generally, I hate baking. I'm a savoury kind of gal, sweets aren't my thing, however, I love making bread. It's relaxing. Flour is gonna start flying around my kitchen (I always turn the stand mixer on too high and things get a bit nuts).

I'm excited to break out this game at the next dinner party. I'm also happy that it's 2 player friendly, so my husband and I can play. It's hard to find good 2 player games.

Thanks, Santa! Both gifts will see a lot of use.

Clyde does not approve of his slumber being disturbed. He does not like this idea of cat tax. "Pay tax with that mangy beast you allow to roam wild instead. I am not a source of amusement," he growled. He swiped at me just after this photo was taken.