Not as awesome as said giftee's gifter
You give that person too much credit! <3
Anyways, I've been going back and forth about posting something on this thread regarding this year's SS. I feel the need to point out a rule that should go without saying:
if you decide to participate, then don't be a prick. Last year, one of the participants' had a giver that was disrespectful.
First, the gift was cheap. Everyone who signs up for this realizes that he or she may not get a gift that reaches the maximum limit. If you're asking for a rare Sega Saturn game, don't expect it. However, 99% of the time, the recipients liked their gifts. If you have financial issues this year or you just don't want to spend money, that's totally fine. Life happens; no one will be upset if you can't participate. However, if you do participate, show some respect and follow the adage, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
Second, the gift had absolutely no thought behind it. The receiver's present was a game that he/she already had in his/her collection. To me, this means that the giver put zero effort in finding a gift and did absolutely no research. Do not participate if you are not going to put in some effort for your recipient. Take their wishlist into account and look at what they want. If they aren't clear, then try to be creative and take a cue from their collection to see what types of games they like and what's missing.
Obviously, I will not be naming names in this story. Nor will I be upset if the moderators find this post offensive and it gets deleted. I just had to get this off of my chest. When I heard about what happened, I was infuriated. If the same incident happens again and I learn about it, so help me. I know I haven't been on this forum as long as others. I know that I'm not a moderator. But, I do know that this website has provided me with some irreplaceable company and I'll be damned if I see any of them get shafted because of another member's lack of respect.
I think that's about it; carry on.