The "What'd You Get?" Thread

[Tenbatsuzen]

I started this one last year, might as well continue the tradition...

Even though the best part about Christmas is giving, one of the other good parts is receiving.

So that being said...

I gave Liz new pajamas, a bunch of CDs, including ACDC, Metallica, and the Sweeney Todd broadway soundtrack, Harry Potter DVD, a cast iron skillet with cover (which she didn't ask for but posted about on RF.net - see kids, post-stalking does pay off!

Her big present, which was Missy-recommended, was a Nintendo DS plus a bunch of games.

I got a lot of cool stuff, including some digital photography books, Arrested Development on DVD, Rescue me on DVD, and this...

http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/7199/reb7072a207ijnama12e96ety3.jpg

So what did you get?

[Don Stugots]

TOM TOM XL and
Wii! and
a Gray Fedora

[EliSnow]

My wife got me some nice shoes, a coat, and a tie.

My mother in law got me a Sony Blu-Ray player, a tie, and a nice sum of cash.

[SatCam]

I got a carton of cigarettes and my old man grabbed me and said "smoke up Johnny"

[TheGameHHH]

Authentic Jeter Home Jersey, Joba T-Shirt, The Wire Season 4 on DVD........those were def. my big 3 this year.

[RAAMONE]

new guitar..nintendo DS...rothlisberger 75th anniversary jersey..framed picture of the stadium the last time steelers won the super bowl

oh and a bunch of DVD's
shaun of the dead
full metal jacket
pulp fiction
louis CK stand up
old school

[King Hippos Bandaid]

t minus 30 minutes to first set of Gifts

Bacon and Sauasage Patties while I wait

I think a coupon for a bypass surgery is in my jew stocking

[Tall_James]

I got a Magellan GPS, the Simpsons Movie, a wireless adapter for the Xbox 360 Elite and some clothes that I desperately needed.

Since we live next to a really big pond, I got my wife a kayak (which she LOVED!)

[Fallon]

Some jeans, boxers, shirts and a comforter set for my bed.

[Gvac]

So far, nothing.

Maybe I was bad this year.

[Fallon]

I got a Magellan GPS, the Simpsons Movie and some clothes that I desperately needed.

Since we live next to a really big pond, I got my wife a kayak (which she LOVED!)

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[Heather 8]

A TomTom ONE LE, some very comfy jammies, and a nice oversized t-shirt.

[Tall_James]

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How did I know this was coming? :wallbash:

[Don Stugots]

some very comfy jammies, and a nice oversized t-shirt.

this thread is useless without pics.

[Bulldogcakes]

So far, nothing.

Maybe I was bad this year.

Boy, talk about dropping hints

Here (http://www.chocolatefantasies.com/shirleyxMas36.jpg)

Here (http://www.3wishes.com/images/Santagoodybag-es.jpg)

and here (http://www.chocolatefantasies.com/Red-White-Panties.jpg)

Merry Christmas GVAC!

[Gvac]

Thanks BDC, I needed that.

You know me so well!

[weekapaugjz]

ive only exchanged with my girlfriend and got one gift from my mom and step dad (its rediculous). im about to head to my mom's for the rest in about an hour.

1. guitar hero 3 - got it about a month ago cause my gf couldn't wait.
2. a box of leonidas chocolate - the best fucking chocolate ever
3. a cool hat.
4. a tie
5. cinnamon candle - my favorite scent.

from my mom/step dad:

1. a huge gold man ring - this thing is fucking rediculous. its a monstrosity. it has a big hockey skate on it. i doubt i will ever wear it.

oh i got my stuff from my bro too.

1. set of rocks glasses
2. bottle of jefferson bourbon.

[Tall_James]

ive only exchanged with my girlfriend and got one gift from my mom and step dad (its rediculous). im about to head to my mom's for the rest in about an hour.

1. guitar hero 3 - got it about a month ago cause my gf couldn't wait.
2. a box of leonidas chocolate - the best fucking chocolate ever
3. a cool hat.
4. a tie
5. cinnamon candle - my favorite scent.

from my mom/step dad:

1. a huge gold man ring - this thing is fucking rediculous. its a monstrosity. it has a big hockey skate on it. i doubt i will ever wear it.

oh i got my stuff from my bro too.

1. set of rocks glasses
2. bottle of jefferson bourbon.

Your brother knows how to shop. Kudos to him.

[weekapaugjz]

Your brother knows how to shop. Kudos to him.

yes he does. he always gets me good shit. i got him a set of the bose earbuds for his new ipod. i think he is going to really like them.

[Chip Vaughn]

New running shoes
Couple of books:
Prince of Darkness - 50 years of reporting from washington by Bob Novak
Born Standing Up by Steve Martin
itunes gift card
Brown Blazer
Brown casual dress shoes
Nice SIU hoody
Boxers
Jeep Calendar
Nice dress shirt

I think the best present I gave was one of those purses with the c's all over it to my chick, she seemed pretty pleased

[Snoogans]

Playstation 3
Wireless router
Cash money
a couple clothing items

[IamPixie]

My mom got me guitar hero 3. Unfortunately the sales person at the store lied to her and told her she didn't need PS3 to play it. Just a computer. So now I have the guitar and the game but no console. Oh well it's the thought that counts. You do need PS3 to play it right?

[sailor]

My mom got me guitar hero 3. Unfortunately the sales person at the store lied to her and told her she didn't need PS3 to play it. Just a computer. So now I have the guitar and the game but no console. Oh well it's the thought that counts. You do need PS3 to play it right?

there's a pc version (http://www.onsale.com/shop/detail.aspx?dpno=7299761&store=onsale&source=bwbfroogle).

[IamPixie]

there's a pc version (http://www.onsale.com/shop/detail.aspx?dpno=7299761&store=onsale&source=bwbfroogle).

How do I know if it's the PC version?

I'm pretty sure it's the playstation model and I already opened it up :(

[sailor]

How do I know if it's the PC version?

i don't have the game, but it should list requirements on the box. they're not compatible across platforms, so if it says ps3, don't open it. it should probably list the memory, video card, etc that you need on one of the small sides in a white box.

edit: just saw your edit. :(

[Snoogans]

you can return it if you opened it, they wont hassle you too much. or go back and exchange it for the PC version.

[King Hippos Bandaid]

1st set of gifts in laws and sis in laws

Simpsons DVD
Nike Sneakers
Kenneth Cole Shoes
Under Armor Sweats Track Pants and Hoodie
2 Colognes
2 Sweaters

[Tenbatsuzen]

How did I know this was coming? :wallbash:

I was going for a "little man in the boat" joke, myself. But Fallon beat me to the punch.

[Tenbatsuzen]

Lots of people getting GPS this year. My dad got the TomTom XL as well from Liz and myself.

[joethebartender]

Hand.

[deliciousV]

I started this one last year, might as well continue the tradition...

Even though the best part about Christmas is giving.

.

http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/7199/reb7072a207ijnama12e96ety3.jpg

So what did you get?

This thread began with a flawed philosophy, so I cannot participate! (I did get one of those things I can plug my Ipod into and force everybody to listen to my music, and a voice activated digital recorder to record my random crazy thoughts on, so I'll stop writing them down while driving)

[IamFogHat]

The best thing I got is an awesome hard shell guitar case for my acoustic.

[Don Stugots]

Lots of people getting GPS this year. My dad got the TomTom XL as well from Liz and myself.

Did you Download MR. T's voice for his? I love it.

[midwestjeff]

Super Poster status, it's ok but I was really hoping for Big Ass Veteran.

[DiabloSammich]

I got my Christian wife in her mid-thirties a book entitled "A Guide to Your First Bar Mitzvah".


That's why I post here. She just doesn't get my sense of humor.

[bobrobot]

I got a rock...

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y46/bobogolem/IGotARock.jpg

[weekapaugjz]

Super Poster status, it's ok but I was really hoping for Big Ass Veteran.

woo hoo!

[silera]

Too much.

[WampusCrandle]

snl season 1 and 2, heores, and the last seinfeld - it was all i wanted. yay me!

[Tenbatsuzen]

Did you Download MR. T's voice for his? I love it.

My father isn't exactly the Mr. T type.

[cougarjake13]

a new 42 inch vizio lcd tv

[Don Stugots]

My father isn't exactly the Mr. T type.

you never know.

[Tall_James]

My father isn't exactly the Mr. T type.

Perhaps he's more the Mr. G type.

http://wcbsfm.org/MrG.jpg

[King Hippos Bandaid]

2nd set of gifts from wife

(a lot less due to my 30th burftday)


Pair of Nike Air Shocks
Leather Jacket
Micro Fleece Sweat Pants
a Cashmere Sweater
an Under Armour Hooded Sweatshirt, basketball shorts and 2 tees

well done wifey

[EffMeBoobs]

I got 3 different necklaces from Swarovski, beading classes, a nice sum of cash towards a down payment on my new car, Mac makeup, red door half day massage and facial, perfumes, philosophy shampoos (yummy), a d&g bag, a juicy couture bag, and a new tempur pedic pillow.

From my parents another large sum of money.

I heart Christmas.

I got Lou some Cory Doctorow books, about 30 DVDs, some blue ray, ps3 games, xbox 360 games, ford at fox DVD set, leather gloves, wallet, ps3, and tickets to see video game live at the beacon in april.

[JerseyRich]

My bro and sis-in-law took some of my original Wilco poster art and got it custom framed in NYC.
They sit prettily above my desk.
Neat-o eh?
http://richstillwell.com/RF/Image033.jpg


Got a nice Rolling Stones book.
A Visa Gift Card.
My Dad sent me a check and my Mom paid for my treadmill that I bought a few weeks ago.

[underdog]

I got a LOT of Patriots stuff, which makes me very happy. And a bunch of gift cards. My wife got me an electric shaver. Good Christmas haul, overall.

[Mike Teacher]

Electric Dog Polisher.

Fur Sink.

Gasoline Powered Turtleneck Sweater.

[PapaBear]

My main gift I got (from my dad) was a Chraftsman 18 volt variable speed drill. He also gave me a small took kit for my car, and a nice voltage meter.

For my kids... my youngest son got Guitar Hero 3, my daughter got cash, and my oldest son got a 600 watt power supply, a D&D book, and a leather bound Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy book, with all 5 volumes in it.

[Heather 8]

Just got back from the in-laws, where I got more sleepwear, some maternity clothes, a hot air hair styler, books, a set of Packers cups, a steering wheel cover with Tinkerbell on it and a few odds and ends stocking stuffer type things.

Over the past few days I got fundage from the parental units.

And I frickin' LOVE the TomTom 8 got me.

[Chris from TX]

OS X Leopard
new headphones
a lovely frame job for my diploma

[EddieMoscone]

GH3 for PS2
Madden 08 for Wii
Vino
Popcorn Air Popper
Ice Cream Machine

I'm very thankful for everything I get, and this year is no exception.

[djjd]

Electric Dog Polisher.

Fur Sink.

Gasoline Powered Turtleneck Sweater.

nice, sounds like a wild and crazy christmas

[Fezticle98]

Joe Strummer biography (from my brother; I gave him a Joe Strummer DVD, don't know if that is cool or lame, but hopefully the Strummer estate appreciates it)

Couple dress shirts and a t-shirt.

Assorted monies and gift cards.

Happy Birthday, Baby Jesus.

[Marc with a c]

i got three starbucks gift cards totalling $100.

i also got two shirts, two ties, and two bottles of contact solution.

[TheGameHHH]

I got a LOT of Patriots stuff, which makes me very happy. And a bunch of gift cards. My wife got me an electric shaver. Good Christmas haul, overall.

deep down inside I was hoping my mother would get me tix to the Pats/Giants this Saturday. sadly, she told me tonight that she was thinking of getting me tix but she couldn't figure out what game i would want to see since I live in florida and none of my teams are playing down there until april at the earliest. she got me devils/rangers tix last year and i told her they were the best gift she got me. i give her credit for trying, but damn those tickets would have been nice.

[Bulldogcakes]

deep down inside I was hoping my mother would get me tix to the Pats/Giants this Saturday. sadly, she told me tonight that she was thinking of getting me tix but she couldn't figure out what game i would want to see since I live in florida and none of my teams are playing down there until april at the earliest. she got me devils/rangers tix last year and i told her they were the best gift she got me. i give her credit for trying, but damn those tickets would have been nice.

I don't know if this helps, but I just heard on the local sports talk station (WFAN) that Giant fans are unloading those seats on Stubhub and EBAY at a record clip. They know Pats fans want to see their team make history, and a guy from Stubhub said its one the busiest events they've ever sold. Seats are going for as much as 15 grand each, but I just looked and there are seats available for $100-$200 bucks a piece.

Here's the link (http://www.stubhub.com/new-york-giants-tickets/?event_id=380557)

[Bulldogcakes]

I got a new computer and a sizable check. But my Dad is still very sick, and what I really wanted was for him to be feeling better. So overall a pretty down holiday for me. I'm at least glad we got a chance to all spend some time together.

Sorry to be a drag.

[Don Stugots]

I'm at least glad we got a chance to all spend some time together.



That is what the holidays are about.

[Bill From Yorktown]

Anthracite

[IamPixie]

besides the whole GH3 debacle.

two mini coach purses
a new computer
50 gift card to victoria's secret
and some cash.

[TheGameHHH]

I don't know if this helps, but I just heard on the local sports talk station (WFAN) that Giant fans are unloading those seats on Stubhub and EBAY at a record clip. They know Pats fans want to see their team make history, and a guy from Stubhub said its one the busiest events they've ever sold. Seats are going for as much as 15 grand each, but I just looked and there are seats available for $100-$200 bucks a piece.

Here's the link (http://www.stubhub.com/new-york-giants-tickets/?event_id=380557)

yea, i saw that too.....i appreciate the heads up. but since i didnt get them as a gift i figure ill just watch it on t.v., at least i get the NFL Network

[NickyL0885]

Lets See: PS3/Spiderman 3 Blu Ray combo, FIFA 08, Trivial Pursuit Totally 80's Edition, a Painted pic of all the guys from Mafia movies, Scrubs Season 5, $20 DD gift card, $235, Nerelco Shaver, Shot glasses, and Durex Condoms in my stocking...........which are more like a novelty item since I will never get to use them.

[Bossanova]

A 40" LCD, a new pair of Bauer skates, some gift cards ect.

[reillyluck]

besides the whole GH3 debacle.

two mini coach purses
a new computer
50 gift card to victoria's secret
and some cash.

Nice job on the Coach bags!!!

i must have been good this year because i got one Three Coach bags!!!! these were my favorites!

i also got an ice cream maker, some candles, oven mits :unsure:, Harry Potter DVD, Perfume and a humidifer! Go me!

[Bossanova]

Nice job on the Coach bags!!!

i must have been good this year because i got one Three Coach bags!!!! these were my favorites!

i also got an ice cream maker, some candles, oven mits :unsure:, Harry Potter DVD, Perfume and a humidifer! Go me!

LUCKY

[reillyluck]

LUCKY

youre tellin me! :smile: I immediately opened it and watched it. Twice.

[hunnerbun]

Wow that Santa was a busy dude...I got a http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b130/hunnerbun2/kitchenaidemixer.jpg

and a http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b130/hunnerbun2/journeypendant.jpg

A couple of digital photo albums, clothes and a shit load of other stuff.

As for hubby he got a $500 gift card from Future Shop and some smoked LED taillights for his truck...he's pimpin' his ride.

All in all it was an awesome Christmas.

[FUNKMAN]

i got one of these chia pet thingies

http://image.bizrate.com/resize?sq=160&uid=649602524&mid=17895

too many instructions though so i may just try to grow weed in it

[Reynolds]

I asked for a bunch of shit to build a new computer, i got

2 20x lite on sata dvd rw drives
2 500 gig sata HD's
1 300 gig sata hd
512mb directx 10 nvidia video card
4gb ddr2 ram
wintv HDTV usb connector
soundblaster audio card
harmon kardon soundsticks
650 watt power supply

officially licensed NYG jersey with my last name on it
some shirts
some jeans

[Slumbag]

Books, DVDs, Wine, and cash. Exactly what I asked for.

[HBox]

I got Call of Duty 4, Ratchet and Clank Future, The Die Hard Collection on Blu-Ray, The Simpsons Movie, a Wii points card and a few clothes.

[HBox]

I got a new computer and a sizable check. But my Dad is still very sick, and what I really wanted was for him to be feeling better. So overall a pretty down holiday for me. I'm at least glad we got a chance to all spend some time together.

Sorry to be a drag.

That always sucks. My sister isn't doing too well and even though she was feeling well today and for the last couple weeks that's only relatively speaking.

One of these years.......

[underdog]

two mini coach purses
50 gift card to victoria's secret

You chicks are so easy to shop for. Anything from Victoria's Secret and a Coach bag, and almost every woman is happy. I bought my wife a little coach bag and she's been showing it off to anyone who would look for 2 days.

[joethebartender]

In addition to bartending, I drive a limo too. One of the "high profile" guys gave me a signed musical instrument. I thought that it was pretty cool that he thought of me.

[fezident]

I am not close with my family. I didn't talk to anyone in my family for many years.
My Mom called me this afternoon and invited me over for dinner. Dad... Brother.. Grandma... the whole fam.

No gifts were exchanged but, we all just sat around and talked for many many hours. Good times. Not a hint of tension.

Right before I left, my dad handed me a DVD that he (god bless 'em) edited himself. It's a 4 hour compilation of SNL bloopers, out-takes, rehearsals, & other rare stuff. He KNOWS that I'm an SNL superfan. He knows that I live for that show. He used to take me to that studio all the time back in the 80ies. I loved going to work with him. Going to SNL for me & my Dad was probably like when you guys would throw the ball around in the backyard with your fathers. Ya know... special memories.

It didn't cost him a dime but, it definitely must have cost him many many hours in the NBC vaults and then at his computer.

He said, "I've been wanting to give this to you for a loooonng time."


Seriously; best present I ever got.

[HBox]

I am not close with my family. I didn't talk to anyone in my family for many years.
My Mom called me this afternoon and invited me over for dinner. Dad... Brother.. Grandma... the whole fam.

No gifts were exchanged but, we all just sat around and talked for many many hours. Good times. Not a hint of tension.

Right before I left, my dad handed me a DVD that he (god bless 'em) edited himself. It's a 4 hour compilation of SNL bloopers, out-takes, rehearsals, & other rare stuff. He KNOWS that I'm an SNL superfan. He knows that I live for that show. He used to take me to that studio all the time back in the 80ies. I loved going to work with him. Going to SNL for me & my Dad was probably like when you guys would throw the ball around in the backyard with your fathers. Ya know... special memories.

It didn't cost him a dime but, it definitely must have cost him many many hours in the NBC vaults and then at his computer.

He said, "I've been wanting to give this to you for a loooonng time."


Seriously; best present I ever got.


:glurps:

[PapaBear]

Wow. Really. Wow.

[epo]

Everyone in my family understands me: Cash, cash and cash.

All of vendors understand me: Booze, booze & booze.

Winter Carnival really is a wonderful time of year.

[hedges]

cds
a couple dvds
books; one I'm looking forward to reading is Clapton's new autobiography
Ghirardelli Chocolate

[A.J.]

I got berated by my mother for not coming home.

[Tall_James]

I am not close with my family. I didn't talk to anyone in my family for many years.
My Mom called me this afternoon and invited me over for dinner. Dad... Brother.. Grandma... the whole fam.

No gifts were exchanged but, we all just sat around and talked for many many hours. Good times. Not a hint of tension.

Right before I left, my dad handed me a DVD that he (god bless 'em) edited himself. It's a 4 hour compilation of SNL bloopers, out-takes, rehearsals, & other rare stuff. He KNOWS that I'm an SNL superfan. He knows that I live for that show. He used to take me to that studio all the time back in the 80ies. I loved going to work with him. Going to SNL for me & my Dad was probably like when you guys would throw the ball around in the backyard with your fathers. Ya know... special memories.

It didn't cost him a dime but, it definitely must have cost him many many hours in the NBC vaults and then at his computer.

He said, "I've been wanting to give this to you for a loooonng time."


Seriously; best present I ever got.

Now that's a great story.

[Chip Vaughn]

I am not close with my family. I didn't talk to anyone in my family for many years.
My Mom called me this afternoon and invited me over for dinner. Dad... Brother.. Grandma... the whole fam.

No gifts were exchanged but, we all just sat around and talked for many many hours. Good times. Not a hint of tension.

Right before I left, my dad handed me a DVD that he (god bless 'em) edited himself. It's a 4 hour compilation of SNL bloopers, out-takes, rehearsals, & other rare stuff. He KNOWS that I'm an SNL superfan. He knows that I live for that show. He used to take me to that studio all the time back in the 80ies. I loved going to work with him. Going to SNL for me & my Dad was probably like when you guys would throw the ball around in the backyard with your fathers. Ya know... special memories.

It didn't cost him a dime but, it definitely must have cost him many many hours in the NBC vaults and then at his computer.

He said, "I've been wanting to give this to you for a loooonng time."


Seriously; best present I ever got.

This just really made me smile

:smile:

[ScottFromGA]

http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u176/SCOTTFROMGA/anberlin1.jpg
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u176/SCOTTFROMGA/anberlin2.jpg
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u176/SCOTTFROMGA/Anberlin3.jpg
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u176/SCOTTFROMGA/anberlin4.jpg
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u176/SCOTTFROMGA/anberlin5.jpg


What did I get? Joy......at watching her having fun for her first real christmas....:wub:

[Gvac]

That was a beautiful story, fezident. And absolutely adorable pics Scott!

Seems like you both had a little Christmas miracle of your own.

All the best.

[drusilla]

sony h9 digital camera
via spiga white coat
earrings
plastic tortoise shell bracelet
two gift certificates to get a pedicure (from different people)
sweet best buy gift certificate

[drusilla]

I am not close with my family. I didn't talk to anyone in my family for many years.
My Mom called me this afternoon and invited me over for dinner. Dad... Brother.. Grandma... the whole fam.

No gifts were exchanged but, we all just sat around and talked for many many hours. Good times. Not a hint of tension.

Right before I left, my dad handed me a DVD that he (god bless 'em) edited himself. It's a 4 hour compilation of SNL bloopers, out-takes, rehearsals, & other rare stuff. He KNOWS that I'm an SNL superfan. He knows that I live for that show. He used to take me to that studio all the time back in the 80ies. I loved going to work with him. Going to SNL for me & my Dad was probably like when you guys would throw the ball around in the backyard with your fathers. Ya know... special memories.

It didn't cost him a dime but, it definitely must have cost him many many hours in the NBC vaults and then at his computer.

He said, "I've been wanting to give this to you for a loooonng time."


Seriously; best present I ever got.


that's pretty awesome. i'm glad that you had a nice holiday & and a really nice original keepsake.

[Jujubees2]

I got a new computer and a sizable check. But my Dad is still very sick, and what I really wanted was for him to be feeling better. So overall a pretty down holiday for me. I'm at least glad we got a chance to all spend some time together.

Sorry to be a drag.

That is what the holidays are about.

BINGO!!!!!!!!!!!!

I didn't get much cause I don't ask for much.

My wife gave me:
A Steve Martin book
A day-by-day calendar for my desk
Hot Chocolate mixes
A VCR for the TV in my office
A donation to Doctors without Border in my name

[Mothball]

You sound like a bunch of spoiled 8 year olds!

Why are there no stories of helping the less fortunate?
Shame on all of you for showing off with your consumer glut!

I spent my Christmas bringing meals to Aids patients in the village then getting wasted at my favorite bar!

My life sucks.

[fezident]

Congrats to you, Scott.





PS: thanks, everbody.

[WhistlePig]

I got some very cool gifts!

The complete Get Smart series DVD box set
The complete Star Trek series DVD box set
A soft-serve ice cream maker

and best of all--TWO original Steve Blickenstaff paintings!
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y72/WhistlePig/IMG_0472.jpg

[CofyCrakCocaine]

I had a good christmas. I'm not gonna list shit here though cuz Fezident's story tops 'em all.

[PapaBear]

The complete Get Smart series DVD box set
Holy shit!!! That freaking rocks!

[Chip196]

My Wife got me this:

http://s7.sears.com/is/image/Sears/009H0130000?qlt=90,0&resMode=sharp&op_usm=0.9,0.5,0,0

My parents got me a Sears gift card to start filling it.

It was a good Christmas.

[grlNIN]

Gym membership.
ABFAB DVD
King of Queens DVD
Simpsons movie
Velour jacket and pants
Pearl/Diamond Earrings
A new Pea coat
Hair straightener
Pajamas
Fancy nightgowns.
A necklace and bracelet set.

[RAAMONE]

i got a couple gift cards from old navy but i dont like that store...

i know you cant exchange them for cash but...

if i spend all of them on clothes and then return them will they give me cash back or give me store credit?

[JerseyRich]

i got a couple gift cards from old navy but i dont like that store...

i know you cant exchange them for cash but...

if i spend all of them on clothes and then return them will they give me cash back or give me store credit?

I used this website (http://www.cardavenue.com/) last year for a Banana Republic Gift Card that I got...and I exchanged it with another person for the same amount in a GAP card.

It cost about 3 dollars in fees to use the site...But it worked like a charm and I got what I really wanted.

[Don Stugots]

I am not close with my family. I didn't talk to anyone in my family for many years.
My Mom called me this afternoon and invited me over for dinner. Dad... Brother.. Grandma... the whole fam.

No gifts were exchanged but, we all just sat around and talked for many many hours. Good times. Not a hint of tension.

Right before I left, my dad handed me a DVD that he (god bless 'em) edited himself. It's a 4 hour compilation of SNL bloopers, out-takes, rehearsals, & other rare stuff. He KNOWS that I'm an SNL superfan. He knows that I live for that show. He used to take me to that studio all the time back in the 80ies. I loved going to work with him. Going to SNL for me & my Dad was probably like when you guys would throw the ball around in the backyard with your fathers. Ya know... special memories.

It didn't cost him a dime but, it definitely must have cost him many many hours in the NBC vaults and then at his computer.

He said, "I've been wanting to give this to you for a loooonng time."


Seriously; best present I ever got.


Fuckin' AH!

[flyerfan116]

Got wayyyy to much shit this year..highlights include

From the wife...an INNO, Chase Utley Jersey, Humidor, clothes
My family....Copper firebowl table for the patio, clothes, DVD's, etc.
Inlaws .... Wine refridgerator, waffle maker

[grlNIN]

i got a couple gift cards from old navy but i dont like that store...

i know you cant exchange them for cash but...

if i spend all of them on clothes and then return them will they give me cash back or give me store credit?

As an ex-employee of the majestic store number 838 i can tell you that with new policies, no, no you cannot.

The only time you get cash back is if you paid 1.) With cash or 2.) With a debit card.

[PapaBear]

i got a couple gift cards from old navy but i dont like that store...

i know you cant exchange them for cash but...

if i spend all of them on clothes and then return them will they give me cash back or give me store credit?
One of my kids got a $50 one and also hates Old Navy. However, he found a pretty kick ass coat there. It's some wacky new type that is very warm, but isn't at all heavy. He picked it, because the price tag said it was $40 and figured that would almost wipe out the card. When he brought it to the register, it turned out it was only $20. He loves it. I want one, too.

[TeeBone]

A wooden Samurai Sword. This might be the coolest gift I have ever received that I don't know what to do with. The only practical application is home defense.

http://www.martialartssupplies.com/store/image.cgi?path=../gif/items/woodenshoto.jpg&mode=300