Elfster.com: Your Online Secret Santa Helper

Sometimes you’re the elf, sometimes you need an elf’s help –especially if you’re in charge of coordinating any Secret Santa exchanges. Recently I discovered a cool site that helps with such a task: Elfster. What Elfster Is A free online resource to help you coordinate a gift exchange. How You Use It 1. Register to use the site. (It’s free and super fast. Less than 30 seconds.) 2. If you’re not taken directly to the Your Exchange set up page, from Home select Start a New Exchange. 3. Plan your exchange: give it a name, determine a sign-up deadline, set … Continue reading

It’s Fun Being an Elf!

Back in 2000, and at the end of every November since, I’ve undergone a transformation: I become an elf. Every woman does to an extent, I suppose. There are gifts to buy, wrap, and in some cases ship, decorations to be hung, and songs to be sung. Some even dress the part and don pointy ears, hats, and shoes. My Elfin Ways I forego the costume because it makes me too conspicuous and I’m the kind of elf who operates in stealth. You see, my deeds are quite evident, yes, but to keep the holiday magic alive it’s crucial I … Continue reading