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Last updated June 29, 2025. Asterisks in titles indicate level of desire, *** high down to * low. Things at the bottom with no asterisks at all are not an immediate priority but still always enjoyed!
*** Gift cards to go toward Amtrak roomette for end of year visit
Given how fraught flying/airports will potentially be for me under the current administration, I would like to take Amtrak this year instead. A roomette is more expensive, but would be the best option in terms of food options/flexibility (and comfort).
*** Compost pickup subscription
Found out recently that there's a local composting company, and am interested in trying out their $22/mo (biweekly pickup) plan. Gift certificates linked, or you can probably do a subscription outright if you like that better.
*** Shapeshifters gift cards
I could use an extra binder, as my current daily and backup ones are both showing their age after 4+ years of regular use. With zipper and comfort adjustments, a custom binder in my size runs ~$125 so any help towards that is much appreciated!
** Rice cooker
Linked is an example, others would be fine too. I don't want anything much larger or more complicated, though -- I'll use it for rice and maybe beans sometimes, nothing fancy.
** Massage gift certificate
Work can be long and hard, and muscles sometimes get grumpy! Getting a massage (deep tissue, preferably) is always an enjoyable treat.
** Home Free CDs
I am specifically interested in Challenge the Sea, Sounds of Lockdown, So Long Dixie, and As Seen On TV. Autographed versions aren't necessary.
** Kalos and/or Wellermen CDs
Kalos were lovely to listen to at a library concert, so I'd like to have their music at hand. As of Jan 2025, they have two albums out (Harbour, Headland). The Wellermen also have two albums out (and a gorgeous shirt design!): www.thewellermen.com/shop
** HTTYD3 (Hidden World), Cats (musical), and/or TSO's Night Castle albums
The deluxe version of HTTYD3 would be ideal, in CD or mp3/digital file form to complete the set in my desktop library. I would also love to have Cats + the Trans-Siberian Orchestra Night Castle 2-disc set if anyone can find 'em (same format preferences).
** GF snack/candy/food packages or subscriptions
I do not cook so please don't send me meal kits, but anything either edible as-is or microwavable would be enjoyed!
** Help people: Charitable donations
unduemedicaldebt.org/donate/ - help.endhomelessness.org/donate/ - www.plannedparenthood.org/ - www.catf.us/donate/ - www.rainforest-alliance.org/donate - restoretheearth.org/donate/ - give.translifeline.org/donate - https://pridestudy.org/donate
** Daily use orgs: Charitable donations
OTW (AO3) donation page is linked; also consider donate.wikimedia.org/ - www.thunderbird.net/en-CA/thunderbird/102.0/eoy/ - foundation.mozilla.org/en/?form=donate
* Wide-calf compression socks, size MW or LW
There are a few circumstances in which compression socks would be useful for me, but most of them are not made for wide calves! I'd be interested in trying this brand Mom found, which has a specific wide-calf collection.
* FireLine fishing thread
I've tried a few different kinds of beading thread and this one was my favorite, so it would be great to have a bulk spool on hand rather than remember to grab a craft spool when I feel like making something. 4 or 6lb in crystal and/or smoke, please!
* Stationery supplies
As I find stationery stuff I would like, I stick it on my JetPens wishlist. The inks were my top colors from every different type of ink they sell at the time I went through them, but feel free to click over and peruse other colors for any type!
* Gift cards: Trader Joe's, Target, Sprouts, Red Robin
Trader Joe's (in-store purchase only) or Target (linked) for grocery impulse buys, Sprouts https://www.sprouts.com/gift-cards/ for GF treats, Red Robin https://redrobin.cashstar.com/ for a good burger!
* Peppermint Life Savers and/or Trident Original gum
I am a mint fiend, and these are both a longtime love. Feel free to bury me in them, I would be delighted!
Postage stamps
I go through about a book of stamps every month, so I can always use more! I am happy to use old (numbered) stamps, forever stamps, postcard/global/uncommon denominations, etc.
Nivea lip balm
I go through a lot of lip balm out here in the desert, and unlike some other brands Nivea hasn't given me trouble! Non-tinted only, please; any of the light blue 15 SPF "Smoothness", dark blue "Moisture", and yellow "Milk and honey" are great.
