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11-10-2019, 02:22 PM
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I got one positive response so far and that's as good a start as any! Let's do this.
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The guidelines will be the same as always:
In this here thread, you post your geographic region and your willingness or refusal to ship internationally. This confirms that you will join our merrymaking.
The deadline to sign up: What even is a Black Friday sale anymore? Let's say Friday November 29th.
I will then post, on Monday, December 2nd, the gift-giving daisy chain. For example, Person 1 gives to Person 2, Person 2 gives to Person 3, Person 3 gives to Person 4, Person 4 gives to Person 1.
Then, you will PM your giftee and gifter. You'll want to let your giftee know you're ready to give, and your giver where to give it to. Upon receipt of address, you go and shop for your fellow Citizen. The minimum: in the past some folk have balked so I'm lowering it to $15 American. For those buying for international friends, remember that (for instance) you can often buy from Amazon in those countries and it will ship domestically; Amazon.co.de and Amazon.co.uk are useful places to start.
In years past, we have had some extravagance (and some astounding generosity), but don't let that intimidate you. The act of giving is enough. It really is the thought that counts.
Also in years past, we have had isolated incidents of people being dicks and not giving anything. Don't be a dick.
Post in this thread when you have successfully made contact with your giftee and gifter, and again when you have received and sent your goods. Once I post the list, I will also start the Swag Brag thread.
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I'm in! The U.S. only, sorry.
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I am in!
and will send International.
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Sure, I'm in this year. I live in the U.S., and need to stay within it for sending/shipping.
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In. Will ship anywhere.
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Glad that you guys worked that out amongst yourselves.
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11-11-2019, 11:04 AM
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In. Live in the U.S. Prefer domestic but can do international.
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I'll do this again. Been burned twice, let's roll the dice.
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Awesome, this is a legit operation now! Let's try and rope in four or five more.
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I'm in.
Can ship anywhere.
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Just checking in. Is everyone cool with the timeline? We could move up the start date if folks do want to take advantage of Thanksgiving sales.
Also, I don't Discord. Do we have any dual citizens here? Maybe spread the word, unless they've got their own deal going.
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Timeline is fine with me.
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Gotta sit it out this year, sorry.
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Quick bump: deadline for signup is midnight Friday 11/29.
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One more bump!
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Midnight PST!
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Okay, the list is locked. I'm not seeing Location for a couple of you. Assume everyone is in the US?
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I am, Connecticut.
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I'm also in the U.S.
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Also US
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12-02-2019, 12:58 AM
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Okay then. After literally drawing the names out of a hat and bumping one position so that nobody's paired with anyone they were paired with last year, here is the Gift Giving Chain:
DerekM gives to boone daniels
boone daniels gives to MichaelM
MichaelM gives to Hammerhead
Hammerhead gives to Neil Spurn
Neil Spurn gives to Nick Nunziata
Nick Nunziata gives to MrTyres
MrTyres gives to bendrix
bendrix gives to DerekM
As always, PM your givee to let them know where to send your stuff, and your givee to let them know you're on the ball.
Have fun!
Oh, and Barne & Noble's 50% off Criterion sale ends Monday. I merely comment.
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Thanks for putting this together!
I'll message you later today, Hammerhead, with an annoying set of questions to help my gift choices.
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Nick Nunziata? The pressure!
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< AIRPLANE "GOOD LUCK. WE'RE ALL COUNTING ON YOU" >
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Completely random but gift-related question--does anyone want a nutcracker? My mother in law, who had lived with us for the past 11+ years, passed away in the summer and we are now cleaning out her apartment. She collected Nutcrackers of all different sizes and types. If anyone is remotely interested, DM me and I'll can send you pics.
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Hammerhead's gifts ordered but FOR REASONS they're coming to me first. Hopefully I'll have everything on hand by early next week for shipping together.
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Heard from Derek and just shipped Michael's gift!
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Hey Nick! I've reached out to you both via PM and e-mail starting a week ago today. Hit me back soon, I'd like to not be late for your gift. Thanks.
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Hammerhead's gifts are on their way. Should arrive on Thursday.
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Neil's package has been sent. USPS says 7-day delivery.
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Thanks Hammerhead!
Alrighty, Nick and I had an exchange and I am off and running. I've ordered some things I'm into, and hopefully he will be as well, but the delivery time frame is a little tight. Crossing fingers!
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Derek's gift arrived today and is very very cool. Will post pictures later.
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USPS tracking tells me hammerhead's gifts arrived.
BUT WHERE IS THE HAMMERHEAD?!
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DerekM's gifts are on their way.
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