*************************Mumsnet Christmas Appeal 2006***********************************

[soapbox]

I thought I had better start a new thread in case the old one falls over at 1000 posts.

First of all I would like to say a big thank you to all those who have helped make this a huge success Thanks to all of you, life will be a little bit easier for some of our MNetters this year!

Firstly all of the MNetters - without you this would only have been a pipe dream! Givers and receivers - all take a bow

Then the corporates:
GLTC - for going well beyond the call of duty
Hazell -www.verko.co.uk- for her most generous offer of christmas trees - I hope you join in and make some new friends here
Great expectations - a lovely company with wonderful fairtraded toys and again help beyond what was expected.
LCC - to Jaysmummy for her crafty goodies and warm hearted support
www.thesweetiestop.co.uk - for their generous support

And of course it goes almost without saying, MNHQ!

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How it works:

You email me:

[email protected]

as a giver or receiver. If a receiver I will ask for a bit more information to find a good match for you. If a giver I will find someone for you to send your gift to.

All matches to be done by 30 November (did I really promise that)

All gifts to be posted by 15 December (at the latest).

Soapy- Would a white snow suit do anyone you know a good turn? Practically brand new, it's a bit girly for my boys.

ummm... does anyone want a brand new nappy bin? In box etc.? Just remembered I was given two, one is still in the spare room unopened. Not very Christmassy, but im willing to send it to a good home! Dont worry - ill be buying nicer things than a nappy bin when I get my match

Hi - can you email me:

[email protected]

so I can keep track of what is offered and what I have already sent!

Do you want all of us to email you Soapy? Or just someone spscific?

No! That would probably flip me over the edge

Just the last few posters who are offering new things

Hi soapy, i'm the giver from Dorset. going to bed now as breakie to do in morning. Will wait to hear from you if gift acceptable. Night!!

Soapy - emailed you with a list of the new thing plus the 3 previous offers so they are all in one mail. Hope that helps

As well as the two items I originally listed, I have acquired a spare box of chocolate biscuits. Would it be OK to send them as well to the family I have been matched with?

i would love some help with my purchases ...

likes
dislikes
nearest supermarket?

any info would help.

ANybits - of course that is fine

I think... - I can give you closesst supermarket but MofM didn't give much other info.

Do you want to check with me that that is definitely who you have?

Quootie - you've jumped the queue

I love all these cryptic messaged

got my match got my match got my match!!!

sorry what info do u need? and i will mail soapy (if thats ok?)

woo hoo qp!!! the wait was worth it no?!

can I just say how wonderful this thread is.
sorry I haven't been able to join in.
but this does show everone the true meaning of christmas.

Do any of the receivers on my lists need a DVD player which has only been rarely used?

yes, Im so excited - DH are planning what to buy Its abit hard to know though... but I guess thats 1/2 the fun

Soapy = just emailed another nomination but think they have already been sorted, but just to make sure!!!

It's been a long day, so could I think I'm with Mum of Monsters please email me as I have her repsonse

only just seen this. have mailed you and b happy to help.

cx

I got two matches today!!!

Can't wait to post goodies middle of next week (when post office is bit quieter!!!)

I just love all of this, makes me look forward to christmas.

This time of year is usually really sad for me (personal reasons), but this year, even though i've had my moments, i feel a lot better in myself.

Thanks everyone. xx

OOps - fussymummy - were you supposed to get two???

soapbox yes i was, you said you'd seen more goodies that i was offering, so to send some to the other person.

Send me more if you want, there's loads to go round!!!!

I need to be kept busy doing things and i'm loving this. xx

haven't had a giver's email (receiver details) yet soapy (sorry to hassle you!)