Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Stephen L. Rich Date: 13 Nov 05 - 11:31 PM I'm begining to understand what the late, great "Lonesome" George Gobel meant when he said, "Did you ever get the feeling that the world is a tuxedo and that you're a pair of brown shoes?" Stephen Lee |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Sarah the flute Date: 14 Nov 05 - 07:45 AM Oh Noooooo I have missed a post cos my computer died and now my SS might be all cross but I am still being VERY VERY VERY good. ....and strangely poetic Oh Secret Santa with the Aussie Obsession In geography you'll teach me a lesson Who knows where around the globe is home Or on what continents you roam Around this goodness I'll continue to flex And then I'll find you dwell in Essex Mmmm not quite up to your quality....ho hum Sarah |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Seaking Date: 14 Nov 05 - 07:58 AM Still Santaless.... |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Dave'sWife Date: 14 Nov 05 - 08:26 PM Dear Santa: I am simply overwhelmed with joy at having heard from you. I don't know how much you know about me so I'll tell you a bit. My family is from The Irish bronx and of recent Emigration. We are a fairly musical family with everyone playing an instrument or four. I was born in NYC and lived there through 1990. I am now in exile in Los Angeles, having moved here when I sold a Screenplay in 1990. I kicked about the film Industry in various postions and my Husband is still employed that way. I got rather disgusted with it and settled down to a quiet life of working from home. We have a rustic cottage in an old part of Hollywood. it was originally home to workers at the Charlie Chaplin Studios about 10 blocks away (now owned by A & M records and the scene of many music videos). Our cottage is a bit crumbly around the edges and we are always trying to fix it up one way or another. It was built in the 1920s which makes it quite old as Los Angeles is concerned but rather young to most Mudcatters. I have no children sadly and so I have a dog, a big blonde Alsatian whose name is Dude, but we call him Puppers. I have a couple of cats in the cottage and one cat UNDER the cottage. Most homes like mine were built atop a four-cornered foundation so air can flow underneath in summer and keep things cool. INKY, my subterranian cat, rules the under-part of the cottage. I love to garden and am currently embarking on a grand re-design of the front yard. I've just gotten a huge shipment of bulbs from Holland and we're digging trenches all along the fence to lay in the White & yellow Alliums I bought. I'm going to put center mounds of white oriental lillies. I also LOVE to cook. I collect heirloom recipes that have been passed down within families. I often publish articles about food, cooking and ethnic Cuisine. I also collect antique and/or old cooking utinsels and gadgets. I recently got a 50 year old Potato masher that made me SO happy. My next quest is to get one of those Cherry Stoning machines you clamp onto your table edge. Nothing would make me happier than to recieve a recipe from YOUR family that is greatly cherished. I am relatively new to Mudcat ads an active member, having only hung out here for a couple of years. I did not begin participating in full until last year some time. Therefore, any old Mudcat memorabelia would be so nice. And... I am dying for a tape and/or CD of that "Beatnik Prevert" song about Hildebrants Chicago Bust. Hows that? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Den's Delighted Yuletide Elf! Date: 14 Nov 05 - 08:39 PM So many choices, so little time....... How are you Den??? Where am I????? Close enough to post your Pressies a bit later rather than sooner... HOHOHO! |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Sorcha Date: 14 Nov 05 - 08:54 PM My Santa has checked in, but been pretty quiet of late.... |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Hollowfox's SS Date: 15 Nov 05 - 04:43 AM Hollow Hellofox, your prezzie is assembling and ready (almost) for departure the Elves are having a Delve and found some things that will warm your heart,sure so soon across the Mighty Main your prezzie will be winging so bring it in out of the rain Yule know it cos'its singing!!!!<:o) |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Crystal's Wayfaring Wandering Santy.... Date: 15 Nov 05 - 11:15 AM Okay there's been some wandering by Santa and the head elf... A little confusion, things left on the shelf But a few cards should now be headed your way As we finish preparations for the celebration day On your side of the pond cocoa and cookies are not always left and sherry and mince pie are more familiar instead. But perhaps we'll have to ready you for this most special of nights Prepare for Santa's sweet tooth with savory delights Tradtions here call for nighties so new Are you ready or naughty Or perhaps both are true ???? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,CLLR's Totally Frustrated Santa Date: 15 Nov 05 - 12:27 PM SIGH! Every time I find the perfect gift for you, someone walks in here and says "NEAT! Can I have it?" and out it goes. At least one treasure has flown over the pond and resides not far from you. At this rate, I will be haunting the shopping malls on Christmas Eve. Sorry, but it is better to give than receive, I've heard. SS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Elmer Fudd's Quiet but Busy Yuletide Gifter Date: 15 Nov 05 - 03:11 PM |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Elmer Fudd's Quiet but Busy Yuletide Gifter Date: 15 Nov 05 - 03:18 PM Oooops - got trigger happy with the return key then! Well, Elmer, I may have been quiet for a while - pressures of business and so on, but... Even as we speak, my elves are winging their way towards Kashmir to provide relief on your behalf, with a token from myself as well. But so that you don't feel left out as all the other 'catters open their mysterious parcels, Rudolf and the other reindeer are, even as we speak, combing the aisles of the superstores and shopping malls to find a little something just for you... |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: el_punkoid_nouveau Date: 15 Nov 05 - 03:47 PM From farthest Southern waters. And by the Southern Cross 'twill steer Mmmmmm. Antipodean... or Kiwi perhaps... but gut feeling says uh huh - we're into convict territory here... And a Sheila too... Narrows it down a bit... epn |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Champagne Carole's Secret Santa Date: 15 Nov 05 - 11:05 PM I am here dear carole. I have not forgotton you. Any requests before I haul off and send you kangaroo Jerky? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Message for Sooz's SS from ELF Date: 15 Nov 05 - 11:37 PM hey Santa: I think this would be just perfect for SOOZ: Meg The Wonder Pup as a reindeer Whattaya think? Prolly too late to sew one up for this year though. Just a thought. I'll remind you earlier next year. |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,To SOOZ from ELF Date: 15 Nov 05 - 11:51 PM No, I ain't your secret Santy but I have an online pressie for you. Go to the link below and you can play with a virtual Border Collie. You can even name her Meg and make her sing like Meg does. it's fun. Check it out: Cyber-Border Collie If you name her, the name shows up on her name tag and her snack bag. She can roll over, do sums for you and chase ladybugs. |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 16 Nov 05 - 04:19 AM Oh I just love these messages!!! And it's even funnier because I know who you all are!!!! Bruauahahahahahahahahhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!! Seaking - your Santa is a frequent flyer but has chosen to follow the old adage of it being better to refrain from speaking and be thought a fool than to open their mouth and remove all doubt. Micca - your Santa is not known for being quiet usually... I can only put it down to a penchant for wandering. El Punkoid - your Santa is a lunatic. Sorry, it was the luck of the draw. KatLaughing - you are a naughty girl and shall surely get what you deserve. : ) Elmer Fudd - your Santa has been hunting wabbits on your behalf but as it is now turkey season, should be turning their mind to other pursuits. Charmion - your Santa is small of stature but big of volume, with the attention span of a gnat. You will get a present, but it may be more Easter Bunny time than Santa! Cllr - your Santa is a rose amongst thorns and consequently is busy being adored. Mooman - I am deeply, deeply sorry. It just happened that way. and Stephen L Rich - same goes for you. I can give you the number of a good psychiatrist if you desire but he's usually busiest just after Christmas. SECSY LTS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: el_punkoid_nouveau Date: 16 Nov 05 - 07:34 AM It gets better - Antipodean, female, lunatic... Narrows the field down a bit more every day! |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 16 Nov 05 - 07:57 AM Oh this is so much fun!!!!! EPN - if only you knew!!! LTS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: artbrooks Date: 16 Nov 05 - 08:31 AM Hummmmmm...incest, is it? I guess that means that Jenn and I have Santas who are sibs or parent/child. That opens a lot of possibilities... |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Pseudolus Date: 16 Nov 05 - 11:50 AM Hey, I haven't been checking in here too often and from the looks of it my gorgeous SS has been busy! I'm looking forward to the delivery, whenever it is! This is kind of early but I hope to be able to hold out until Christmas day. what are the chances, huh? haha! Frank |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Cllr Date: 16 Nov 05 - 12:11 PM The perfect gift ** thinks** Hmmm a safe electoral constituency... but i need it it this country. But thanks for trying SS I am sure your choice will be just what i deserve... The clue is a rose amongst thorn I wonder if that relates to Briar and the Rose I will ponder some more. Cllr PS to Champagne Carols SS: Carol already has one Jerk she doesn't need any more 8=) |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Catherine Jayne Date: 16 Nov 05 - 04:24 PM Santa!! Thank you for the post card, it is now on our fridge door! I can't quite make out the post mark only that it was posted in the UK, although from past experience of the secret santa this could mean absolutely nothing! Thank you Khatt...who is still being a good girl...honest! |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Sarah the Flute's travelling Santa Date: 16 Nov 05 - 06:42 PM Weel, Sarah-lass ah'm back yince mair Tae tak ye roond a toon sae fair Come, walk throu Edinburgh wi' me There's lots tae dae and mair tae see Doon Castlehill, past court and close Past St. Giles wi' the tomb o' Montrose Along the Canongate, and then Queen Mary's palace at the end Noo, dae ye think ye can deduce That this is whaur ah built ma hoose? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Catsphiddle's extremely crazy Secret Santa Date: 16 Nov 05 - 07:00 PM Keep watching the mail my dear Ms Phiddle. More is on the way. The elves are busy searching out further goodies for your delectation. |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Art Brooks Abominably Awful anthropomorphic Date: 17 Nov 05 - 02:54 AM But you still didn't tell me if you like chocolate!!! I'll get grumpy again! Love SS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Sarah the flute Date: 17 Nov 05 - 04:53 AM Alas alack these travelling tales and all this native speak To muddle me up, it never fails But the outlook's not too bleak At least "thank God" you're not from Wales So my pressie won't be a leek. ....actually I quite like leeks come to think of it!!!!! Och the noo Santa. I'm getting better VERY slowly on me smallpipes A VERY VERY VERY good Sarah |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: My guru always said Date: 17 Nov 05 - 05:48 AM Dearest Santa, (with or without Dougals & pink fuzziness), how are things in Fiji? Am quivering in anticipation of your chosen gift - or is that a result of the first decent frost? Please do not go to so much trouble on my behalf - though I have been good (of course), it is well known that little things please little minds. Any more little clues for this stoopid Santee? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Sorcha's Silly Secret Santa Date: 17 Nov 05 - 05:48 AM Oh Sorcha dear, and I often hear you say it's been a while, Since I was on the old Mudcat but now it's time to smile. For your presents are assembled now, the finest I could glean. They'll soon be on their way to you - but not from Skibbereen! |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Bat Goddess Date: 17 Nov 05 - 08:03 AM Secret Santa' flying minions strike again! (Sorry, this is the first chance I've had to post -- it was received in mailbox on Monday.) The wee mermaid is WONDERFUL! I might put a pin back on her and wear her rather than walking around with my finger up her tush. There was a, uh, scribbled "address" of sorts. Couldn't actually read it, though. And the machine-generated "stamp" is generic Great Britain. Hmmmm. (And the mermaid was made in China.) Gotta run away to work (work work) . Thank you, Santa! Linn |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: artbrooks Date: 17 Nov 05 - 08:21 AM Dear Santa Ape: I enjoy good chocolate, but don't care much for the ones with fillings. Since my diet cop is limiting me to one piece a day (at my request), a box goes a l o n g way these days. |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Den Date: 17 Nov 05 - 09:09 AM Oh you temptress you Santa. At least I believe you're a temptress. I could be wrong though. |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Crystal Date: 17 Nov 05 - 11:56 AM Hi Santa, I'm a good little girl, and anything you hear to the contary is false...or wildly exaggerated...or I was drunk at the time...or I just wasn't careful to check for elves! I always used to leave green ginger wine, or pernod for Santa when I was little, my Daddy dosn't like sherry so we never had any in the house! The oh-so sweet and innocent Crystal (well one out of three isn't bad!) |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: open mike Date: 17 Nov 05 - 12:08 PM well, you are still a secret to me santa. a present from Royal Mail has arrived. It was sent on Nov. 7 and contains three red-wrapped goodies inside...i will TRY to wait til christmas to open.. I didn't know you could send mail oversees with 'no return address....could this be from an anonymous terrorist? i will set thsm in a special place in hopes they do not explode! thank you, Laurel |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 17 Nov 05 - 12:16 PM Uh-Oh Openmike... I've just checked who your Santa is... You might want to be investing in a sand bag or two.... and maybe one of those nice robots that investigate rubbish bins and ownerless suitcases.....? Bruaahhahahahahahahahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!! SECSY LTS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,open Mikes glaikit santa Date: 17 Nov 05 - 03:55 PM Ach Lassie they dinny tick so you should be safe santa has been a bit under the weather so the damned elves hiv bin up tae all sorts. mind on lass its ma first attempt so I hope they are ok. dash it liz old girl I am not that dangerous well not when ma sparing partners are touring > :-) |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:25 PM Dangerous? Did I say you were dangerous? LTS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Bat Goddess' secret santa Date: 17 Nov 05 - 07:58 PM You have the Mermaid! Did she tell about her travels? Watch your mailbox for her friends! SS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,CapriUni's puzzled santa Date: 17 Nov 05 - 11:29 PM hello, anyone home? not a post anywhere since early October. are you travelling the world buying presents for your santee? are you working on a pome to match those I wrote? are you trying out all those sanger recipes? where are you? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Champagne Carole's sickly SS Date: 18 Nov 05 - 12:39 AM Sorry Luv, I'm down with the flu. Seriously. I had wanted to wrap up some stuff and trundle it to the post. no trundling for me for a few days i'm afraid. Every time I sit up for more than 20 minutes my head feels as if it's going to explode. lemsip has been no help. So, Cllr, if Carole won't tell me, maybe you can tell me what she likes to eat. I've crossed off the kangaroo Jerky from my list of prospective pressies. tell me something about customs: How specific ought we be about contents? If it's food, will it get held? if so, I would suppose food stuffs should all be in a separate box, eh? What is Carole's Favorite colour? Does she drink anything besdies Champagne? If she were to get a plush animal toy, what type would she most likely want the most? For example, this SS likes Giraffes, Pandas and wolves. Does she have a favorite animal besides Cllr? That's all for now - must go ice my head. |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: MBSLynne Date: 18 Nov 05 - 02:53 AM Blimey! If anyone can guess their SS it will be open Mike! There's only one person on the whole of Mudcat who speaks like THAT! Love Lynne |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Shivering Santa to the Sagacious Stilly Date: 18 Nov 05 - 04:23 AM How's the frost going? Do let me know how you get on with the paperclips. We're having our second morning of decent frost here. The wildlife in the garden is preparing for the winter, old Mr Fox has been along for his breakfast. Seems his first choice is chasing squirrels, followed by catfood from his bowl, but he's left the slightly out-of-date raw sausages for later - obviously not impressed, maybe I should cook them? Fairly unbelievable I know, but the other day a Peregrine Falcon landed on my washing line, though I didn't see it myself. Some guests are absolutely certain about it though & we all feel that the 'bird-lawn' is becoming very attractive. With all my previous clues you must be close to rousting me, I reckon a fair few UK Catters have sussed it by now.... |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Liz the Squeak Date: 18 Nov 05 - 05:36 AM Well "Sagacious", I didn't guess you and I know who you are!!!! Which reminds me, I must get some fat balls and put them up in the bay tree again..... LTS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: katlaughing Date: 18 Nov 05 - 03:19 PM Santa, come back...I didn't mean it, really. I DO believe in the reality of ol' Mapp & Lucia! **bg** |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Dave'sWife Date: 19 Nov 05 - 05:40 AM Dear Santa: Joybell is sending me a CD of the Beatnik Prevert Song, so you don't have to go to any great lengths tryingfind a tape of it. Just thought you might like to know. I do still want anything of Alaska Mikes though. Did I mention I like Dahlias? Dahlia Tubers are kinda inexpensive and, if you live in the United States and have some in your yard, now's a great time to dig 'em up and seperate them for spring planting. So, if you DO live in the USA, and if you DO have Dahlia's in you yard, you could send me a tuber or 2 and I'd be a very happy Santee. Actually, if you live in the USA, I'd love any seeds from your garden, especially herbs, mints, wildflowers, sunflowers and Milkweed. Yup, I said Milkweed. MY neighbor ripped out all my milkwood plants 2 years ago and the ppor monarchs have nothing to munch on when they stop over on their way to Mexico. Well, they do have some stuff to eat & but I could really use some Milkweed seeds. it's not the kinda thing you can get at the local OSH store. Oh santa, do you like us to leave you cookies/biscuits on Christmas Eve or do you prefer Cheesecake brownies? |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,Tannywheeler's tired but terrific SS Date: 19 Nov 05 - 05:59 AM Dear Tannywheeler you have not been forgotten. my elves are working hard and may bring you some light moments. good wishes to you, dear Tannywheeler! your VERY SECRET SANTA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,katlaughings SS at Worthington's ordering a Date: 19 Nov 05 - 08:50 AM Scusa mia, caro mucio! It's so busy here in Tilling at the moment; Evie and Diva are busy sewing things for the padre's Christmas Fayre and Georgino is making the most exquisitely embroidered tea cosy. I'm driving around with Susan in the Rolls organizing everything - you must know the Wyses my dear - I think they have cousins out in Wyoming somewhere! Well I have sent Grosvenor to the post office with a little card/clue for you - it really should be arriving any day now as it went by one of those flying machines Au Reservoir your SS xxxxx |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: SharonA Date: 19 Nov 05 - 01:55 PM A little bird rode upon a snail into my snail-mailbox, flew out and landed upon my shoulder, and told me to get on the 'Cat because I have a very distressed Santa pulling out fur there. So here I am, Santa! I'm OK and I'm so sorry to have worried you. You would be quite justified in sending me the coal and corncobs that the bird said I might receive for having been bad -- what could be worse than stressing out Santa?!? Please forgive me; I hang my head in shame and pray for Santabsolution. You see, I have no internet access at home and must use computers at the local public libraries to visit Mudcat. Very often, I find that I can't open the Forum or threads -- in fact, today I can't open every page of this thread, but luckily I can open some of the pages. So, while I have the chance and before I get the "this page cannot be read" message again, I'll answer your questions about my likes and dislikes: First and foremost, I like cats! I like anything that has anything to do with cats! I have a cat! Wish I could have more, but one is all I can afford right now, so please don't send kittens (much as I wish you could). I like T-shirts and sweatshirts. In fact, I've been on a diet and I need clothing in my new size: Large. I like info/postcards/books about the folklore of my Santa's area, especially unusual buildings (ever see the book "Weird US"? Stuff like that). I live near Doylestown PA, where the eccentric Henry Chapman Mercer built what are described as "concrete castles" 100 years ago, so I'm intrigued by similar eccentricities in other towns. I like CD's by singer-songwriters who are humorists! (I am one myself.) Among my favorites are Wisconsin's Lou and Peter Berryman; they have just put out a new CD that I haven't bought yet. Already have all of Dierdre Flint's and Dan Hart's CDs but that might give you an idea of my tastes. Reaching back in time, I love Tom Lehrer's songs but I already have the complete library of his stuff. Also fond of Spike Jones and I have his Christmas CD but no others. If you know of any singer-songwriter-humorists local to your area, I'd love to be introduced to their music! Dislikes include rap, angry-or-morose-singer-songwriter music, and chimpanzees. I have sarcoidosis so I cannot receive anything with a fragrance (like candles, potpourri or cologne). I also have a history of colitis and I have so many diet restrictions that it's best not to send food. I think that covers the main points! I remember that we used to have to fill out a Secret Santa questionnaire, and I did so a couple of times (check my archives), but I forget all the questions. One of them was the Santee's age: I am 49, if that helps. I'll hit the Big Five-O (or it will hit me) next June. But I already have a cane, thanks! Now, let's see if the library will let me send this post... SharonA |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Stilly River Sage Date: 19 Nov 05 - 02:52 PM Yes, we had our first heavy frost this week. I think this weekend I'll pull up a Google map, then put the girls (Cinnamon and Poppy) on their leashes and go for a walk in the woods! SRS |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: Elmer Fudd Date: 19 Nov 05 - 04:04 PM Thank ye kindly, O Santa Mio! I've been doing some hard travelling on the long and winding road of late, but just took off my thirsty boots, booted up and got your happy message. I'm still trying to be good (but when I'm bad, I'm better, as Mae West once said) so as to deserve your kind attentions. Grazie, Merci, Danke, Dhanyavad, Gracias, yada yada yada..... Your ever lovin' Santee, Elmer |
Subject: RE: BS: Silly Secret Santa Signals - 2005 From: GUEST,William Shatner Date: 19 Nov 05 - 04:09 PM 500! Thank you very much. - Bill |