Ok, it's like this. I woke up this morning, made some coffee, just generally lounging around because it is the day after Christmas.
So, there I was, not thinking about anything in particular, just minding my own business. Then I thought, maybe I should make some hot cereal, since it's so cold. So I did. It was really good.
Then I thought, hey maybe the mailman has dropped off the mail. I bundled up, and grabbed the dog for protection (yeah right!)
I was right. Inside of the mailbox box were two small packages from @phelimint that I was expecting....but there was one more package!! It was CANADIAN! so you know it HAS to be good! I'm pretty sure that Santa stays in Canada a lot this time of year, so he's closer to my house 😉
(proof of Canada)
When I flipped the package over it read "Steem On J.B."
That...right there....was all of the proof that I needed, cause in my note to Santa I signed it "Love, JBCOIN (but you can call me J.B.)".
I'm tearing up a little as I write this. It's just really emotional for me that he read my note. He is sooo busy right now.
Ok, I'm not stupid, I know it was probably an elf that wrote it, but still. -Sniff-
Anyway...I strapped everything onto the dog's back and started my trek back up the driveway. It's about 4 miles, and uphill both ways. The trip would probably have killed most people. It was terrible.
Once I defrosted the dog, I began carefully opening my Secret Santa gift.
Inside was a stapled package that read "Open Dec 25th". Oh shit....I'm late. What to do? I grabbed a marker and made it legal. I don't need the lawyers getting involved!
Next I carefully removed all of the staples that secured the package.
I had a brief, passing thought, that IF this were actually a really flat bomb that made it through Customs, it would be a pretty cool way to go out. I shook that notion to the side, no one would intentionally blow up silver. Stupid!
The suspension is killing me!
I open the package....no Bang, no cloud of smoke or flying debris....
It's a beautiful beaver, a caribou, and a Moose!!
The coins were amazing! I don't have a 2012 Canadian Moose from the Wildlife Series, so I just stared at it in silence for a little while.
Quiet break...while I stare in silence.
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Then, suddenly (with no warning) lol....I noticed it. The words "Ho Ho Ho" mixed with "from @edthecanadian ".
My mind raced, could it be? Was Santa telling me his true name? I can't keep this information to myself! I'll explode like one of those exploding packages!
Only one thing to do. I got on eBay and looked up a verified, certified, authenticated Santa autograph. Below his signature...sure enough was "Ho Ho Ho". The "H's" were a perfect match! Same shorter line on the right side!
Then it dawned on me...This letter was probably worth more than @goldmatters whole Steemit wallet! omg
(proof of eBay verified Ho Ho Ho signature style)
I put the letter into an archival grade protector, then straight to the vault. Placing it beside my prized #steembay platinum gravy boat (first ever successful Steembay auction).
Back to the gift that "Ed" sent. I feel I can call Santa "Ed" now since we are close.
The 2012 Moose is .9999 fine pure silver and they only made 1 million of this coin! They are sold out everywhere and I have been wanting one to add to my Cougar coin! It is just beautiful!
(proof of Moose)...that's just fun to say, sorry
Also there was this 1965 Canadian Caribou Quarter. Whoopiddy-shit you might be thinking...a 1965 quarter. Big deal.
But wait, there's more...
This is no ordinary 1965 quarter....It's 80% silver! You're probably thinking...oh ok, that's nice then.
But wait! There's more....
It's a 1965 PL...Proof Like coin...(or possibly an SP "special proof"), made with specially polished dies and struck at increased pressure to give the high relief areas that "frosty" white, detailed look.
Hard to capture with my camera, but trust me it looks AWESOME! and is worth much more than the silver value! It has a new home waiting inside of my quarter album!
Last but not least, was the little 1965 Beaver Nickel. There isn't a guy around that isn't thrilled to get one of these!
( - insert tasteful beaver joke here later-)
This gift was by far the best thing that I received for Christmas this year! I spend a lot of time outdoors and I just love the wildlife theme!
Every year I hear from the family..."we just don't know what to get @jbcoin for Christmas this year?" "All he does is metal detect, and play with those shiny coin things..." Really? Yep, that's a tough one 😉
(proof of no silver in my stocking this year)
But best of all of of my gifts this year is the good times and sense of community from all of the #steemsilvergold members!!
OH WHO THE HELL AM I KIDDING??? I GOT FREE SILVER AND SANTA'S AUTOGRAPH!!
WOOOHOOO!!! 💵💰💵💰💵
Merry Christmas everyone! Give a kid a piece of silver this year and hope they don't lose it or spend it on Pokemon cards!
Please remember to upvote, follow, Resteem, and tip your dealer.
Alright! Some nice Canadian silver! I always suspected that @edthecanadian was the real Santa, but now we have documentation. Cheers JB
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He's probably not going to like me spreading the news, but he's got a full year to get over it haha!
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I really don't think most of you got the idea of "SECRET" santa!! Lol
But they maybe @edthecanadian really is the real santa... The plot thickens.
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Lol....it's ok @welshstacker. It's pretty hard to keep a secret nowadays anyhow. Considering you have to include a detailed list of contents, telephone number, next of kin, etc to get thru customs.
By next year, we will be "old pros" at this. Lol
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That Moose is impressive! Actually all of the coins are amazing but the moose truely does stand out! Congrats :)
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Thanks and thank you again @edthecanadian!
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HA HA ! Very entertaining JBcoin :)
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Thanks @goldmatters! I really like your new Mene 24k gold band too! Santa was busy this year!
https://steemit.com/money/@goldmatters/goldmatters-jr-receives-mene24k-for-christmas
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Welcome to the alliance! looks like you are already in good with a few of the members.
Since I am Canadian, I am jealous of your pull! but what is up with your living room floor? I cant even see it under the tree....
Darryl (@dadview) resides in Canada. He is an active member of The Alliance and teamcanada
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Haha...I know, my wife (and Santa) went a little overboard this year! Appreciate the comment and nice to meet you! I think that I will enjoy the #thealliance @dadview
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upvoted! Nice content
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Thank you so much @bearbear613!
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Very Nice! The moose and beaver are killin it!
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Thank you @pit-bullion! I like them too!
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Heck yeah! I love getting silver in the mail 😎 Beats flyers and bills lol Ed's a cool dude
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it was a very thoughtful gift! I love it @goldenarms!
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Hahaha it made it! Sorry the dog sleds must have been running late or border security had to question the beaver for a while maybe! Merry Christmas and Happy New year 🎅
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Thanks so much @edthecanadian I absolutely LOVE the gift!
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Every one love coin specially gold coins
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Did you see a gold coin?
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Honesty of dog were impress me and your post are also impressed me so plz upvote me dear
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This is not the picture of an honest dog. She performed a secret covert mission last night and stole a full slice of ham off of the dinner table, when no one was looking.
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