I received my package yesterday and was able to ID my Secret Santa! It came from over the pond, so that narrowed it down tremendously. I opened the outer packaging to find a card bearing greetings, a wrapped package obviously containing a rather thick tome, and a wonderful book,
Sherwood Forest and the Dukeries .
I've received several books regarding the origin of my online screen name, but this is the first covering the historic lands and holdings. Richly illustrated, I think I'll find myself immersed for the next few evenings in this gift.
I think, since it is individually wrapped, that I'll hold off on opening the larger portion of the gift until Christmas Eve. Our family has a tradition that all wrapped gifts from out-of-town friends and family get opened at that time in order to appreciate them separately. This one undoubtedly qualifies, though I may find myself staring at it under the tree at times. Perhaps the kittens will attack it early and force my hand (he said hopefully).
Thank you, my WoodNet Santa, for the excellent gift. I know I'm not an easy target, but you have hit the mark thus far.
Thanks again to the organizers, they are elves that make this all work magnificently well, year after year.
-Gregory of MerryChristmas Forest.