I know this is early but are we going to have an MN Christmas Appeal this year?

[NormaStanleyFletchachacha]

Just thought I would ask as the last one was launched on 1st Oct last year.

I suppose I am saying that if no-one more competent and organised than me comes forward, I am prepared to do it. But would like to speak to Soapbox, LL or StG for pointers before launch iyswim.

I find myself quite time rich over the next few weeks while my security clearance is processed for my new job.

So Wadda we think?

[Salsavita]

I loved this last year - all the merriment and excitement for people receiving their parcels. Twas lovely.

I would happily contribute again this year

[Knickers0nmahead]

It would be good if there was one again. There are a few people who I feel deserves things this year.

Was such a lovely feeling last year when we recieved something for dd that I would like to send something this time.

[Flamesparrow]

I'm up for it, but I have a feeling few people will be... Moldies all kicking off, and the woman who had a teddy instead of a child put a lot of people off last year

[NormaStanleyFletchachacha]

I hate that. Not saying you are wrong, but if they stop one of the best things about MN then that would be v v sad

[StrictlyAvadaKedavra]

I wasn't here last Christmas, what's the appeal all about?

[spookycharlotte121]

I would like it if there was one this year. I would like to be able to give to some mn'ers.
I got some lovely gifts last year and sat sobbing because it was so kind and thoughtful. Would love to be able to pass that joy onto someone else.

[NormaStanleyFletchachacha]

For those who aren't familiar, one of the threads from last year is here

[NormaStanleyFletchachacha]

I have dropped a line to MNHQ as well to ckeck they are OK with it

[ChilloHippi]

I think it's a nice idea but I don't know anybody well enough to nominate.

[NormaStanleyFletchachacha]

bump

[Stefka]

I was so touched when we got something last year. Really helped me and DH at the end of a bleak year.

[LadyOfTheFlowers]

Flame - I have been involved in the past, giving and recieving, but was not here last year.
What happened?

[MummyDoIt]

I'd like to see it again this year. As someone who received something last year, I can honestly say it was a lovely, warm point in what was otherwise a pretty awful Christmas. I was amazed, and very touched, at the kindness and generosity of strangers. I'd like the opportunity to brighten someone else's Christmas in the same way. Well done for volunteering, Norma.

[Northernlurker]

I think it's a good thing to do. Yes there is the possibility for abuse but that diminishes the person trying it on not the giver. Giving is a good discipline and receiving a joyful act - full steam ahead for appeal 09 says I!

[PinkTulips]

Teddy? Sounds intriguing!

I'm definitely up for donating this year, i had to pull out at the last minute last year as dp had pneumonia and was off work for weeks so we were completely broke just when i needed to buy the gifts.... on that note it would be great if matching could be done much earlier this year to give people a bit more time to get organised

[Lilyloo]

I think we should do it and know a couple of people to nominate.
I recieved a gift for dc's two years ago and it was really lovely , especially entertained the postman asking for the mumsnetter of the house

[squeaver]

I think you'll actually find most people are still up for it.

The teddy thing was a poster who mostly hung out with the huns pushchair girls. She used to talk about her "little one" who turned out to be a teddy bear. Someone unwittingly sent her something in the appeal and was (rightly) very pissed off when she found out.

There was a hoo-ha and it was not long after moldies so emotions were high.

But I think most people would still want it to go ahead. We're (nearly) all good people here, aren't we?

[CMOTdibbler]

I'm in - in fact DH has already asked me if it'll be happening this year as he really enjoys buying a gift

[Mamazon]

I love the Xmas appeals.

Would be a shame if people were put off because of a few wierdo's.

[1dilemma]

oh no I'm really sorry that was the wrong thread I think I'll get this deleted out of embarrassement

It was supposed to go on the what are you getting them thread

[squeaver]

Think you're on the wrong thread, 1dilemma

[Lilyloo]

1dilemma

[1dilemma]

I have reported myself I'm scarlet with shame!

[alwayslookingforanswers]

I hope so - would love to contribute this year (as have said for the last few years that I'd contribute and never did ).