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I finally opened my package!

Lots of gifts wrapped in Star Wars wrapping paper and a very nice note. 

 
First gift was a Hot Wheels BMW 2002. It's one of my dream cars. I'd love to restore one some day. This is now proudly sitting parked at my desk with a few other cars so I can daydream.
 

 
Next is an issue of Iron & Air magazine. Technically, it's a magazine, but it's super nice quality. It's about a half inch thick and bound like a book. I've flipped through it and it looks really cool. I'm excited to dive in more.
 

 
Third present is a little Honda keychain. This is definitely going on my set of motorcycle keys. 
 

 
Next is a couple of Jack White/White Stripes singles. I've got a ton of Third Man stuff, and my Santa managed to find a couple that I didn't already have. Nice!
 

 
And finally, a tri color copy of Turnover's first album. I asked for some local bands to be included, and this was the one my Santa chose, so they must be from Virginia. I haven't heard this album yet, but I loved Peripheral Vision, so I'm sure this is going to be awesome.
 
Based on the clues, my Santa has to be Shane. Thanks so much dude, you nailed it with this package. I love it!

Oh man. I finally get to see Sleep next month. They just announced a show here. So excited!

Oh yeah, I got engaged this past week. Huzzahhh!

Oh man. I finally get to see Sleep next month. They just announced a show here. So excited!

Oh man. I finally get to see Sleep next month. They just announced a show here. So excited!

Oh man. I finally get to see Sleep next month. They just announced a show here. So excited!

Someone did that when I saw him a couple months ago. So embarrassing. 

Well?...
 

 
I want to see more gifts!

Ha, sorry! Got caught up in work. Here's what was in my secret santa package:
 

 
First off, my SS sent me a stack of various download codes and stickers, which will be put to good use. I'm especially stoked on that Tuesday sticker — I love anything Dan Andriano related. (Also, SS, there was a folded up $5 bill in with the download codes — not sure if that was on purpose or not, but thanks regardless!)
 

 
Next, I got an Onyx cassette (perfect for bumping in my old-ass car stereo, which still plays tapes), a dope Jeff Rosenstock slipmat, and the complete Sports Night series on DVD! It's literally one of the best, most underappreciated TV shows of all time, and I can't wait to re-watch it.
 

 
Then I got some cool-looking flexis — I'm not familiar with either band, but I'm guessing they're both on the Oi! spectrum. Looking forward to checking them out!
 

 
My SS must've been lurking my Discogs want list, as this is on there — it's a UK-only single by Mates Of State, a band I've loved for a long time, that I've been meaning to pick up for some time but never got around to. Stoked to finally have it!
 

 
But wait, there's more: My SS threw in three LPs from the Falcon, the Copyrights and Farewell Continental. I'm already familiar with all three bands and happy to add them all to my collection!
 
Last but not least, my SS  got me a Oneders T-shirt! That Thing You Do! is one of my top movies EVER, and this was totally unexpected and awesome. I'm literally wearing the shirt right now as I type this, so here's a picture of the shirt design:
 

 
This was an awesome package, and I'm super-appreciative for all the thought that went into it. Based on the clues provided, I'm guessing my Secret Santa is @ozfacter. Am I right?

Well?...
 

 
I want to see more gifts!

Well?...
 

 
I want to see more gifts!

Good to see you back!

Blade, I was looking through some old concert posters for a 200 capacity venue in town and came across this one. Made me think of you. This show would have been crazy.
 

A fantastic and very thoughtful haul!
Bad Cop/Bad Cop - Warriors
Angry Samoans - Back From Samoa
New Found Glory - Radiosurgery 7"
Rites of Spring - All Through a Life 7"
Weezer - EWBAITE CD (not shown: it's autographed!)
My Santa left a few clues in his letter and I was able to figure out it's @Reshiram454. Thank you so much!!
 

I'm always in for Secret Santa!

This is really cool to hear. Thanks!

I have no interest in cars, nor do I want to fix my own. But I found myself reading every post because the story and process are so interesting. Still not wanting to fuck with cars. But this is a cool story. Thanks for posting!

In Florida you can just shoot them if you feel threatened.

I got one a few weeks ago to have something to do on some flights. It's been awesome so far. On my first flight, the screens in my section of the plane quit working so everyone was pissed they couldn't watch movies anymore. My brother and I were able to play some Mario Kart on the Switch, and it was awesome.  On my flight home I ended up sitting next to the drummer from Wolf Parade. I should have offered to let him play some Mario Kart with me. haha 

I'm loving this. Thanks for posting it!
 
I saw Mono last night and Subrosa opened. Excellent as always. On the way in the venue was giving out free tickets for a couple shows, so I'm seeing Pallbearer on Monday and Big Business next month. 

I'm loving this. Thanks for posting it!
 
I saw Mono last night and Subrosa opened. Excellent as always. On the way in the venue was giving out free tickets for a couple shows, so I'm seeing Pallbearer on Monday and Big Business next month. 

Nice. Kind of reminds me of an old Postal Service shirt I have.
 

 

Made it to Seattle !!!!!  It is gorgeous here. Jon what are some local beers you would recommend?  I just ordered the space dust IPA 

News so nice he exclaimed it thrice. 

Congrats! That's super cool!