I thought nothing in the way of awesomeness and generosity could surprise me about the fantastic book blogging community – until I saw The Book Blogger Holiday Swap!
Since we spend all year leaving each other nice notes, e-mailing, Tweeting, chatting books and boys and life and everything, I absolutely want to share the holidays with the folks I’ve gotten to know so well over the past year or so. And the Secret Santa-style gift exchange is a great way to do that! From the website:
The holiday swap is a way for book bloggers to connect and celebrate the holiday spirit by sharing gifts. It’s done secret Santa style; all of the participants are randomly assigned a blogger to send a gift to, and these assignments are kept secret until the gift has been delivered. So no one knows who their gift is coming from!
Everyone is welcome to participate, though the deadline for signing up is Thursday, Nov. 12. I’ve filled out my form and can’t wait to see who my “Santee” will be! It’s hard to believe the holidays will be here within a few eye blinks, but I’m thrilled to start shopping. Gift-giving doesn’t have to be expensive, but it is a great way of showing how much we care about each other and sharing a smidgen of seasonal joy. Hooray to that!
Thanks for mentioning this. I will have to check it out. I’ve participated over the last few times.
Wow, this sounds like so much fun. The book blogging community really does never cease to amaze me. Thanks for pointing this out. Definitely going to check it out RIGHT NOW.
I’ve just signed up. I can’t wait to find out who my secret santa!
I did this last year and it was load of fun and I discovered a new blog. I’m definitely in again this year.
There are just so many fun things going on in this community, love it!
I am interested! But I’m afraid Philippines is too far. Pity.