How did you make for xmas

[Egads]

We took the family on a trip instead of overindulging them with stuff. They will remember the trip longer than the stuff.

[TomWc]

Well, we did the commercialized american thing and tried to help out the recession. Kids got a wii and starwars and dora toys. I found that boxing is quite a workout. I recieved a grundig s-350 shortwave radio from my wife and a campmor gift cert.

I got my wife a full day at the spa.

[dkh178]

I got a Leatherman Wave and a REI gift card. The kids got the obligatory wii.

[superman]

Well, we did the commercialized american thing and tried to help out the recession. Kids got a wii and starwars and dora toys. I found that boxing is quite a workout. I recieved a grundig s-350 shortwave radio from my wife and a campmor gift cert.

I got my wife a full day at the spa.

I helped the economy by giving depressed stocks. In 2009 either they'll be worth more or nothing. It's almost like giving lottery tickets.

[Red Hat]

Spinnaker MacCat tarp should ship from OES tomorrow. I had to buy myself something I really needed . (I hate spending the money almost as much as I hate carrying extra weight).

My ULMacCat went out yesterday... I bought it myself too, and I'm cheap! My husband bought me a new Seiko watch, because the jeweler said he couldn't replace the band on my old one (last spring). I've been just carrying it in my purse. Then when we went to get the new one resized for my skinny wrist, he fixed the old one for no charge. (Boy was I mad - had to buy a new one to get the old one fixed?!?)

Oh and my favorite gift is the calendar I get every year with my grandkids pics on it.

[mudhead]

i didn't give or recieve any gifts. i felt good about it

made out with myself. honey was away. just me and my left hand date

See above.

I'd rather have a Bigwheel.

Never had one of these. All the really cool stuff was after my time.

Went into a toys be us a year ago. Dang!

[88BlueGT]

I gottttttttttttttttt a

Gossamer gear sit pad
ULA Circuit
Equinox rain chaps
thermarest z lite pad
antigravity gear duct tape
gossamer gear "lighten up" DVD
nice hiking socks
and a few other small things that I just cant seem to remember.... so all together, it was GREAT. I havent received the Circuit yet though there was some miscommunication with the shipping and I'm still waiting to get it in the mail.

[KG4FAM]

A couple of Mountain House meals, a pair of Smartwool socks, Feathered Friends booties.

[MOWGLI]

I got just what I needed. NOTHING.

[nufsaid]

made out with myself. honey was away. just me and my left hand date

Just a little TMI. Hope you had a good time anyway.

[Mags]

I had my annual Christmas hike that my friend Marie organized and that I played trail guide for (..and if you look here, this is where the Arapaho used to gather for their ceremonies...)


At night, somehow I managed to be the only volunteer at another friend's house. I helped clean up when I was only there for wine and dessert. I'm either a nice guy, a sucker..or both.

[cameronjreed]

At night, somehow I managed to be the only volunteer at another friend's house. I helped clean up when I was only there for wine and dessert. I'm either a nice guy, a sucker..or both.

I vote "Nice Guy"

[johnnybgood]

I had my annual Christmas hike that my friend Marie organized and that I played trail guide for (..and if you look here, this is where the Arapaho used to gather for their ceremonies...)


At night, somehow I managed to be the only volunteer at another friend's house. I helped clean up when I was only there for wine and dessert. I'm either a nice guy, a sucker..or both.

Second the motion

[Cabin Fever]

33 posts and about 4 or 5 are legitimate answers to the first question...sheesh.

I got a Katadyn Hiker Pro filter, Mountain Hardwear Dome Perignon hat, Deuter day pack and a pot load of hiker food.

Most importantly, I got some r and r.

[Mags]

33 posts and about 4 or 5 are legitimate answers to the first question...sheesh.

Most of us talked about spending time with family and friends on the holidays. How is that not legitimate?

At least for me, seeing friends I had not seen in a while is way better than any totchke I could get.

[fiddlehead]

33 posts and about 4 or 5 are legitimate answers to the first question...sheesh.

I got a Katadyn Hiker Pro filter, Mountain Hardwear Dome Perignon hat, Deuter day pack and a pot load of hiker food.

Most importantly, I got some r and r.

What thread have you been reading????

[phishpapond]

My suggestion is for you to hike a bit of the trail. and talk to the thru hikers you meet. And then read the book again.

Weary

Got 2 of those maps already banged out. I try not to talk to thru hikers. I don't like it when down there nose at me.

[slow]

Got a W.M. bag for me, and a 500 gift card and some hiking shirts from others.

[Wise Old Owl]

I didn't ask for anything, I didn't get anything, I wasn't disappointed.


I got to hang out with family while they are all still alive. - another successful year.

[RememberYourZen]

Montbell U.L. down jacket!

Asolo Fugitive boots!