wow, i got stuff!
some of it arrived while i was busy with dad, so this is my first opportunity to say thanks.
rivendell76 sent a veritable treasure trove (and apologized for her limted giftyness, silly thing)
amarin_rose snet me the most adorable fountain pen you can picture!
and i got a great holiday card, with cats! from someone, who i can read their email, but not their Lj handle. so i am not going to quote their email, but thanks Iness!
Thanks bunches, it really brightened my day!