my christmas wish list

alright, alright, already! here's what i want for christmas!

i'm a procrastinator, i know. but try getting ready for christmas in ninety degree weather. it's not conducive, folks.

since i'm on the ship and live in close quarters, there's not a lot i need or can have. so, i've compiled the following list of toiletries and things i like to eat or can use.

of course, there is no obligation. however, if you don't get me something, you better hide when i get back to the mainland... ; )

• Gillette M3 Power Blade Refills
• Garnier Fructise Shampoo/Conditioner (Where's my Garnier Fructise, Leslee?)
• Gillette Deodorant Gel
• Crest Whitening Toothpaste
• Magnets/Magnetic Hooks (My walls are steel and I can't use tape.)
• Batteries (AA, AAA) (They're for my flashlight and toothbrush...)
• Socks (White footies, black dress socks)
• White undershirts (Small)
• Polos
• Tees
• Food! (Christine got me hooked on Double-Stuffed Oreos... Also, Pringles, Doritos, Milky Ways, Snickers, Three Musketeers, Cheese Crackers, Cheese in a can, Ritz, -- I'm making myself hungry! Just send snack food or someone dies!
• Or... if you really want to spoil me... www.hollisterco.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/GiftCardDisplay?storeId=10251&catalogId=10201&langId=-1

other than those things, i can't think of anything else. you can send whatever you want provided it'll fit in my cabin. it's not too small but keep in mind i have two roommates.

in case you don't have it, my address is:

mathew r. palmer :: bar deparment :: pride of america :: c/o ncl america 700 bishop street :: suite 900 :: honolulu, hawaii :: 96813

i do not receive mail until saturday so if you send something slightly perishable, (like homemade banana nut bread or sausage balls) guarantee it's delivery for friday.

thanks, again, to all of you. this has taken a leap of faith and confidence to be here but it's your support and friendship that make it possible. mushy, but i mean it.