22 December 2007

Christmas gift exchange at workplace

My 1st year joining a Christmas gift exchange event. A few simple guidelines was made so that all the gifts received and given are considered fair to everyone.

1. Gifts are to be above RM15
2. Unisex presents ( Can be used by male or female)
3. Non consumable items
4. Price tag or receipt should be wrapped together with the gift

After searching high and low, I bought a ready made gift from Bodyshop. Quite simple with 3 face towel wrapped in a basket with Merry Christmas wordings.

The day came for the exchanging of gifts. As told by some of my colleagues, a game of exchanging gifts was held.
The game is quite simple to play. Gifts that are open can be stolen.

1. Everyone gathered takes a number.
2. 1st person picks a gift on the table and opens it.
3. 2nd person can choose to steal from 1st person or pick a new gift to open.
4. If the 2nd person decides to steal, then 1st person have to pick a new gift
5. Gifts can be stolen 3 times only. After the 3rd time, the gift will be with its new owner.
6. Gift stolen cannot steal back by same person.
7. 1st and 2nd player gets a chance to steal gifts after the round finishes.

What present i lost. A stylish clock, RM20 Giant gift voucher, a 'hugging couple' to put salt and pepper, a small pillow and a Cadbury full of chocolate ( a forbidden gift coz is edible).

I finally got a Sheaffer pen.