Of corse someone has to ask every year

Scbayless · 09-20-11, 11:47 AM

What month do they do the VF christmas exchange drawing?

topfitmama · 09-20-11, 11:51 AM

I was thinking about that too... this will be my first VF Christmas

How does it work for us non-US participants?

topfitmama · 09-20-11, 11:52 AM

Sarah, your daughter is gorgeous!!!!!!

AnnR33 · 09-20-11, 12:17 PM

I was just thinking about this too because I know the sign ups are very early and I usually miss it. But I was in last year and enjoyed it.
Anyone know?

sherry7899 · 09-20-11, 12:40 PM

If I'm remembering correctly, it was towards the end of October. I love the holiday exchange

Sherry

Laura S. · 09-20-11, 12:59 PM

It's usually posted toward the end of October with instructions on how to sign up. People can sign up regardless of where they are in the world. US based participants can indicate whether they are willing to mail internationally - and I don't think we've ever had a problem with having enough people to do that.

Sometime after the initial sign up is asked for, someone will start a thread for wish lists. You do NOT have to post one, but many people want to help out their Secret Santa and it's really useful when you have someone who doesn't post much and/or someone who tends to buy a lot of workouts and you aren't sure what they have. You must have your package in the mail by early December - I believe the date is usually December 5.

Every year, there are questions about the "requirements" for this program - and there really aren't many. In the past few years, there has been agreement that workouts can be new, gently used, etc. With the economy the way it is especially, there is sensitivity to the costs that can be incurred.

Mainly, people have SO MUCH fun shopping for and receiving from another vidiot. It's the one time of year many of us receive a gift from someone who totally understands our fitness passion.

AnnR33 · 09-20-11, 02:10 PM

I found the thread from last year and "ots" had sign ups start Oct 1

Can't wait!

sherry7899 · 09-20-11, 02:24 PM

Thanks, Ann! I didn't realize it was that early. I'm glad you checked because I would not want to miss it.

Sherry

topfitmama · 09-20-11, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnnR33

I found the thread from last year and "ots" had sign ups start Oct 1

Can't wait!

Wow.. that's less than two weeks!

lexybeth1 · 09-20-11, 07:02 PM

I didnt get a chance to participate last year, but I really really am excited to do so this year!!! Its just so awesome knowing someone that will sooo appreciate a much wanted workout

People that dont do workouts honestly just dont get it, lol...My kids and husband think i am a hoarder and have serious serious issues, with my collection of workouts haha

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09-20-11, 11:47 AM
Scbayless Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Seattle WA	Of corse someone has to ask every year What month do they do the VF christmas exchange drawing? __________________ Rotation of tonique, yin and TA. With a little Cathe sprinkled in for good measure.

09-20-11, 11:51 AM
topfitmama Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Germany	I was thinking about that too... this will be my first VF Christmas How does it work for us non-US participants?

09-20-11, 11:52 AM
topfitmama Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Germany	Sarah, your daughter is gorgeous!!!!!!

09-20-11, 12:17 PM
AnnR33 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: So Cal	I was just thinking about this too because I know the sign ups are very early and I usually miss it. But I was in last year and enjoyed it. Anyone know? __________________ Full-time homeschool mom of 3 crazy kids and a cute baby girl!

09-20-11, 12:40 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	If I'm remembering correctly, it was towards the end of October. I love the holiday exchange Sherry

09-20-11, 12:59 PM
Laura S. VF Supporter Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Raleigh, NC	It's usually posted toward the end of October with instructions on how to sign up. People can sign up regardless of where they are in the world. US based participants can indicate whether they are willing to mail internationally - and I don't think we've ever had a problem with having enough people to do that. Sometime after the initial sign up is asked for, someone will start a thread for wish lists. You do NOT have to post one, but many people want to help out their Secret Santa and it's really useful when you have someone who doesn't post much and/or someone who tends to buy a lot of workouts and you aren't sure what they have. You must have your package in the mail by early December - I believe the date is usually December 5. Every year, there are questions about the "requirements" for this program - and there really aren't many. In the past few years, there has been agreement that workouts can be new, gently used, etc. With the economy the way it is especially, there is sensitivity to the costs that can be incurred. Mainly, people have SO MUCH fun shopping for and receiving from another vidiot. It's the one time of year many of us receive a gift from someone who totally understands our fitness passion. __________________ Laura Laura's Workout Mantras: Something is better than nothing The best workout is the one you will DO

09-20-11, 02:10 PM
AnnR33 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: So Cal	I found the thread from last year and "ots" had sign ups start Oct 1 Can't wait! __________________ Full-time homeschool mom of 3 crazy kids and a cute baby girl!

09-20-11, 02:24 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	Thanks, Ann! I didn't realize it was that early. I'm glad you checked because I would not want to miss it. Sherry

09-20-11, 07:02 PM
lexybeth1 Join Date: May 2002 Location: Beaver Dam, KY--small town usa.....	I didnt get a chance to participate last year, but I really really am excited to do so this year!!! Its just so awesome knowing someone that will sooo appreciate a much wanted workout People that dont do workouts honestly just dont get it, lol...My kids and husband think i am a hoarder and have serious serious issues, with my collection of workouts haha