I was especially excited for this year’s Secret Santa because I had a much bigger budget I’m putting to good use! My Santa pulled my information on December 3rd, which was all well and good, and then shipped me my gift the very next day. I was so surprised to get the email saying “hey it’s shipped!” That fast?? What could it possibly be?

Fast forward to today, when I checked my front stoop and found the package waiting for me. I eagerly opened it up and noticed a leather pouch sticking up. After taking out the paper wrap I found... something... underneath it. My smile was still on my face, but it went from an excited smile to a confused grin.

“Is this... office supplies?” I asked myself, turning the metallic contraption over in my hand.

I didn’t get an answer so I opened it the rest of the way. Whatever it was reminded me of paper punches, with a handle to push down and plastic parts for a better grip. There were no notes or instructions on what the hell it was, my only clue being the brand names on the side: “TRODANT INSTANT SEAL”.

One Google search later told me this was a seal embosser, favored by notaries and engineers for embossing stuff. I double-checked my Reddit Gifts profile and my Reddit history, wondering what gave the impression I could use this for work. Did my love for reading make my Santa peg me as a government official? Most of my comment history was me trying to guess movie titles based on screenshots, did they assume I was boring and would love a gift like this? I was at a loss for a moment before glancing at an envelope I had close by.

We’ve established it’s an embosser. So, what does it emboss?

With a little trepidation I tested it out, unsure if I was on the right track. When I pulled the embosser away my puzzled expression went with it, and the next thing I know I’m laughing with glee and delight.

It turned out my Santa DID pick it out with my love for books in mind! It’s so I can get super fancy with my book collection and emboss every single one of them as part of my library!

Santa, whoever you are, this is such a cool gift and I absolutely love it!! THANK YOU for giving me it and a laugh this holiday season! Next time though please leave a small note in case your next giftee is as uncultured as I am ;) Pretty much everyone I know knows I love books but no one’s gotten this creative with the knowledge before. Seriously, thank you Santa!!!