Subject: Inspriration needed

We've got about 120 people where I work and we're based in two buildings now, so getting someone you do know is pretty unlikely these days.
And getting someone you do know, and like enough to be bothered to even pretend to make an effort, is even less likely.
I just ordered a Joni Mitchell CD and had it sent to the office so a secretary brings it to me, saving me the effort of bending down to pick it up when I get home.
Bah humbug.

They will already have it.

That's why small workplaces can be better. You actually mostly have an idea who you are buying for (but not what to buy!).

Aaaaaaaaah.

Nice then ?

Probably. But it is the thought that counts. Allegedly.

Maybe, just maybe ;)

You are missing the point.

There are only two rules about secret santa.

1) If it is a bird get nasty smellies or chocolate.

2) If it is a bloke get a bizarre present that should only ever be bought by that mad aunt that wears purple wellies in summer and wraps her presents in newspaper.

For example at work the last 5 secret santa presents I have received are:

1) Large piece of cheese
2) Fake tattoos that are like armlength tights printed with said tat - these rock!
3) A scary smoking baby
4) A lighter (I dont smoke) with a girl on who's clothes fall off when inverted
5) A reindeer that hilariously poos chocolate raisins.

As you can see you need to buy something that will really be a souvenir of the festive season.

Oh, just thought of another rule. never, bloody anything ever buy a musical tie.
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What have you bought for other people specifically then?

All of these presents, as a collection, are an inspired work of genius. Your colleagues are to be applauded for your foresight in creating such a collection over the 5 year period.

You do not appreciate the long-term wit of your colleagues.

you are right. I certainly don't. But I still have no idea as to whom the thanks belong either. That is the inherent beauty of the thing.

last five purchases.

1) pinking shears for a particularly camp fellow
2) a genius (should have kept it) spud gun and potato for a gun enthusiast
3) a hamster with whirling nunchuks for a black belt in ninjitsu (weediest ninja ever!)
4) a santa claus boxing pen for a pugilism fanatic
5) a tub of clotted cream for an office junior prone to lengthy bouts of masturbation.

I am so glad we don't bother with that here.

cheapskate!

Why waste money on random things for random people that don't want the things ?
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Try at Oddbins a pair of whiskey flavoured cond*ms ahm,... for about £3!

Keeps her drunk enough to ask for more ;-)

you miserable twunt!

What happened to the spirit of giving at christmas! You should be ashamed with yourself!