Merlin's 2017 Haven Fund "Secret Santa"!!! You want to be in on this!!!
Okay, even though I try to remain anonymous I'm just a big kid when it come to Christmas time. I won't be participating in this years "Secret Santa" since I have gotten a fair amount of flack in the past for my endeavors.
Nevertheless, I dare say I have been somewhat known for my generosity and good cheer this time of year and I pride my self on detecting that most sought after item by my designated recipient. I generally give "signed" volumes you would be looking to add to your collection, within reason.
So, this year I propose to conduct my own personal "Haven Fund Secret Santa Giveaway" to be conducted under much the same rules as the HF Grand Prize Giveaway. Just like the Grand Prize Giveaway entries into the drawing will be given for every $10 donation to the HF, sent by check to, Jerome (PP Merlin1958 ) up to ten entries. A drawing will be had immediately following Christmas Day (chosen by Ms. El Jefe) out of a hat and that person will receive at least one signed volume that they could use for their collection at my determination. It could be more depending on your needs, cost and availability.
Hopefully, El Jefe will sanction this effort and assist in the tabulation and administration. I'm in, are you?
Now, I may be called a lot of things (most of them probably deserved), but one thing I have never been called is cheap. When my "Secret Santa" is chosen I will go about detecting what item will have the most "WOW" factor, procure it and deliver it to that person. Don't bother telling/asking me what you want I want to play too. I'll scour your collection threads, maybe contact your wife or significant other, I'm pretty good I think and past year's should be sufficient evidence.
I LOVE Xmas and I LOVE the HF so I see it as a win/win and a Ho, Ho, Ho for everyone that participates!!!!! Basically, a $10 donation could get you a signed book by Stephen King!!!!
Spoiler:
RF, if you prefer, donations can be sent to my PP address and ultimately forwarded to you as a single donation. Your call, but I think this may be a great way to augment our efforts for the coming year and the HF
I leave this open to, RF's approval and acceptance. What are your thoughts?
EDIT:
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Originally Posted by Randall Flagg
Send all funds to Bill. He can account for them, then forward the net receipts to me for the Fundraiser.
Thanks.
10-15-2016 02:40 PM
becca69
That's a very thoughtful idea Bill.
10-15-2016 02:42 PM
Merlin1958
May not ultimately work out, but I try!!! lol
10-15-2016 02:52 PM
T-Dogz_AK47
Awesome idea, Bill! Count me in! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
10-15-2016 02:58 PM
Merlin1958
Do nothing yet. We need, El Jefe's blessing first!!!
10-15-2016 08:13 PM
Cwalker
Having been a past receipient of Bill's " out of the blue" generosity, first let me say that he dosen't understate his ability or desire to provide the best, most enjoyable item possible.
Let me also say that because I am a past receipient, I will be excluding myself from this very thoughtful gesture. Hurts to do, but it is only right! :)
This should be fun to watch. I hope you get the chance to do this Bill!
10-16-2016 01:40 AM
stroppygoblin
Generous as always Bill - look forward to participating :thumbsup:
10-16-2016 08:03 PM
Merlin1958
I'm kind of surprised that, El Jefe hasn't weighed in on this, one way or the other. I sure hope I didn't piss him off!! lol
Seems to me to be a rather cheap way to get a signed book under the Ol' tree this year!!!! Plus, I will do my best to make sure it is one you NEED!!!!
In the immortal words of The Man in Black, "Alright, alright, alright"!!!! Let's get to the donating then!!! I specified checks, but if RF is willing to allow either my PP address or provide one it might be easier to accept donations rather than the specified checks.
$10 gets you an entry into the drawing for a signed book you want/need!!!!!
10-17-2016 03:44 PM
Merlin1958
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Originally Posted by Cwalker
Having been a past receipient of Bill's " out of the blue" generosity, first let me say that he dosen't understate his ability or desire to provide the best, most enjoyable item possible.
Let me also say that because I am a past receipient, I will be excluding myself from this very thoughtful gesture. Hurts to do, but it is only right! :)
This should be fun to watch. I hope you get the chance to do this Bill!
No reason to recuse yourself. Make a donation!!!! lol Actually, all the more reason to throw in a donation, if you are so inclined and able!!!!
Then chip in, my friend. I have credit at "Betts"!!!!!
10-17-2016 05:22 PM
dnemec
I'm in!
However...while I will gladly send a check (send a check...oh Bill, you are showing your age!), it might be easier to use PP F&F. Of course, if I'm sending a check, I can bake a little something to send along. Btw, when do I have till?
10-17-2016 05:28 PM
Merlin1958
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Originally Posted by dnemec
I'm in!
However...while I will gladly send a check (send a check...oh Bill, you are showing your age!), it might be easier to use PP F&F. Of course, if I'm sending a check, I can bake a little something to send along. Btw, when do I have till?
Yes, I am showing my age. PP charges after so many transactions so I was trying to save, RF that aggravation. It would definitely be better if we could establish a PP address to receive the funds. There is only the time limit of "Christmas" in my mind.
10-17-2016 05:36 PM
Merlin1958
For the record, we are not talking a 1-200$ book here. I am prepared to go, 4-500$ or more here depending on participation!!!
10-18-2016 02:42 AM
wizardsrainbow
Bill-
Most generous. I'm in. Let me know what I need to do to help you.
10-18-2016 02:06 PM
Randall Flagg
Send all funds to Bill. He can account for them, then forward the net receipts to me for the Fundraiser.
Thanks.
Just to clarify, the entries into this event, are not entries in the Haven Foundation Grand prize drawing.
10-21-2016 07:50 AM
Merlin1958
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Originally Posted by Randall Flagg
Just to clarify, the entries into this event, are not entries in the Haven Foundation Grand prize drawing.
Absolutely!!!
Remember, donations will be accepted until 11/30/16, Midnight PST and the drawing will be held before 12/1/16 to give time to conduct the drawing and select the winner BEFORE the annual Haven Fundraiser begins on 1/19/17. These entries will have absolutely nothing to do with the Grand Prize Giveaway for the 2017 Haven Fundraiser!!!
You are donating to (the Haven Fund) to get a shot at being my "Secret Santa" and receiving a Signed Stephen King book of significant value that YOU need for your collection. Could be a flat signed copy or a S/L!!
I cover that about right, Jerome?
10-21-2016 12:06 PM
ladysai
Ok, I understand that while contributing to Bill's Secret Santa is actually a contribution to the Haven Fund, but is unrelated to this site's annual fundraiser and drawing.
Am I to understand that Bill's Secret Santa is also completely different than the secret santa games that involve the purchase and posting of a book to another participant?
10-21-2016 12:20 PM
Merlin1958
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Originally Posted by ladysai
Ok, I understand that while contributing to Bill's Secret Santa is actually a contribution to the Haven Fund, but is unrelated to this site's annual fundraiser and drawing.
Am I to understand that Bill's Secret Santa is also completely different than the secret santa games that involve the purchase and posting of a book to another participant?
Yes, a totally different thing. I am not participating in the site's annual "Secret Santa" exchange. This is my own holiday contribution to both the members and the HF.
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Of course, you are still welcome to send Xmas Cookies!!! lol lol lol
