We received so many lovely words in the nomination mails and the nominee return mails that we wanted to share a few of the comments anonymously as they really are beautiful
We hope that you don't mind us re-posting them.
We have edited a few of them to hide any identifying info but you get the idea.
I would just like to add a little note of thanks.
Whatever help I have been able to give via Mumsnet, has been returned by the bucket load .I am so grateful to have found this group of wonderful women , it has helped me through what has been the toughest time of my life.
Thank you so much. It means a lot after a pretty difficult year and I have had some wonderful support on the boards myself.
To say I'm overwhelmed is an understatement to beat the band. To whoever nominated me a thousand thank yous.
We have had a truly dreadful year but this is just wonderful.
All i can say is wow - i'm very touched - thank you
Wow!!! That is so cool and amazing, whoever nominated me must be a very lovely person indeed. (feel rather teary that someone would be so kind!!)
Dear MN Elves,
Wow! Thank you for such a lovely surprise email. It has brought tears to my eyes 
Thank you so much to whoever nominated me and to all the wonderful people who make this happen. For the first time this year I don't feel so anxious about Christmas so a massive thank you to you all.
or simply Oh my actual God! What a lovely surprise!
And from the nomination mails:
I believe her daily life holds many challenges that most people would never experience. Despite this, she is one of the most thoughtful, wise and compassionate posters on here.
She is going through such difficult times.
I have never met her in RL but she has been a wonderful friend to me.
She is always putting other people first. It would be amazing if she was to get a little something for herself as she never does in RL.
She is an absolute saint! She always puts a positive spin on things, even on threads that get very heated, she is the calm in the storm.
She is an amazing person, she listens to me rant and rave and always manages to cheer me up. I would love for her to receive a treat for herself - it would go some way towards showing her what a fabby person she is.
She has fought cancer and is an inspirational and giving lady.
Amazing woman.
I would like her to know that we are thinking of her.
She also knows just the right things to say to everyone to help them through whatever is going on.
I would love to see her many kindnesses rewarded.
She is the most loving and generous woman. She always gives her last dime to anybody who needs it. She deserves to be spoiled a bit. I feel I am receiving a huge gift this Christmas merely by having her as a friend.
I want to give her a huge hug but can't, so this is the best I can do for her.
For being lovely and funny.
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