Okay, we have lost Indyflower and snshnhndydrm--which I emailed but haven't heard from so I assumed isn't participating. Once again those who have to leave the swap weren't sending packages, but received theirs. Which means that there at least two or three people who have been sending but not receiving. So those of you who can't participate anymore but have received PLEASE consider sending your pals the boxes that went by the way side, in all fairness.

ONCE AGAIN, please if you have to drop out of the swap, find at least a moment to let me know asap that month that it will be the last you can send. NOT two months later after I have tracked you down to see why you haven't sent and tell me you can't participate anymore. Send for the last month, get caught up, then email me that you are out. Also when you do email me please say something of this sort, "I can no longer participate after this month. I have sent, or will be sending, the last gift for this month to my pal so & so. As of now I am caught up with sending and receiving." I know things happen and people can't stay in the swap sometimes. But a message like this makes everything easier and people don't have to drop out because they haven't been receiving and feel cheated. Thanks Dawn

From now on, if you don't send for two months and do not post, email me , or answer my emails within a day or so I will have to assume that you are no longer participating and you will be replaced. Be assured however that i will be sending you emails to find out when you will be able to send the packages that weren't sent. It is unfair that one person is sending every month but is 2 or so months behind in receiving and no one gets back to me to make up for their loss. Thanks, Dawn

just posting that my box went out today ..have a great weekend

Just wanted to let my new SP know that I rec'd the package they sent. There were two wind socks, chimes and candles (to bring light into the cold 20 degree nights we've been having). Thanks SP!
I'd like to say THANKS to Dawn for all the time and effort she's put into this swap. You're such a "den mother" Dawn! I wish you all the best.
Hope everyone has a nice Holiday. Barb

Hi Dawn,

Still NO package for Sept, Oct OR Nov :(

"Secret Pal" your packages are going out this week. And you WILL get more goodies in Dec :)

I will make sure that my Pal gets ~Spoiled~ even if I dont get anything.

Tammy

Tammy, that sure isn't fair to you. I think when people sign up for these, they should at least inform someone in their household that they are participating in this type of thing, and if something unexpected should happen, such as a serious illness or worse, then that family member can let it be known what has happened. I hope Tammy's pal comes through very soon. That's not fair at all to receive nothing. Treasa

Hi Tammy~ I am SURE you will be getting a package for Nov and most likely each month from now on. I haven't heard from your old pal. But I will work something out and make sure that eventually your Sept and Oct boxes are sent.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Dawn

hi everyone, i just wanted to post that i have received my secert pal's box and let me tell you it has started my weekend off great..lol
a cute turkey cookie cutter
a sweet card
homemade raspberry jam---yummy
huge bag of red tulips
body lotion
8ft. grow tube---it looks so cool, i can't wait until next year..lol
a wooden and very cute pepper pen.....

thanks so much pal i loved everything and you spoil me so much.....have a great weekend...erica

I have received my November box (sorry the delay in posting!!) thanks so much SP.
2 beautifully handmade cutting boards - DH was inspecting them and complimented you on these, he had some ideas to make them once on the farm, and here we receive 2!! Then I received Dutch Iris bulbs (thanks!!) organic Pop corn, a spice mixture and a beautifully hand drawn card. Thanks so much.
I think I better go and start the Turkey Dinner, but just wanted to let you know, Barb, you did it again!! Thanks.

I hope you all have a nice day with your families - there's lots to be thanksful for.
Claudia

My box is going out Monday morning. Sorry for the delay SP ;-)
Hope you enjoy!
Enjoy the rest of the holiday weekend everyone,
Tina

wowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowowow!!!!!!!!!!!!
My October and November packages arrived today and there are so many goodies, I will be occupied for hours. : )
I haven't even made it to the bottom yet of one of them, my secret pal has made very sure to spoil me, and she has accomplished that indeed. I am filled with gratitude. I'll have to come back tomorrow to give a full report. I'm having so much fun right now, so thank you very much, palie for being so good to me. I sincerely appreciate my boxes. See you tomorrow!! : ) I can't thank you enough. : ) Treasa

OK I've finally found the bottom of my boxes and you all should have seen all the presents!!! Each one was wrapped. I had so much fun. Thank you, thank you, thank you, dear pal of mine. I received a sampling of so many things, it was incredible! Tea, craft transfers, fridge magnets, notecards, trinket box, chocolate topping, pasta cheese, sunflower seed snacks, bean soup mix, candy, rabbit gardener doll, potpourri, mini pots, packets of veggie and herb seeds, The World of Seashells book and seashells, some soaps, small photo frames, many, many candles, peach body spray, a cute little book, a wash cloth. I think that covers it. Thanks again dear pal. Wow, now I can hardly wait until Christmas! LOL Love and hugs to you! Treasa

Hi all. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! Thanks for all the cards and well wishes. Dawn