I agree with you! This was our first GE. Although I did look through a few of the pics of the last GE packages, I was really surprised by the amount of creativeness and overwhelming generosity that went in to the gift packages this GE! Some of them made me want to send a supplement to the package I sent out!
My own SB put a great deal of thought and craftsmanship into Ben's gifts. She made two of his gifts herself. I need to find something I can make for next GE. That seems to make the packages so special! So, now I have a goal -- make my package more creative than this one. Maybe that is how some got so amazing -- they have tried to improve each time and some have been at it for a lot of gift exchanges!
I feel bad for those still waiting too -- especially the ones with deadlines because they are moving or going on a trip. I hope all the packages are delivered tomorrow! Wouldn't that be great? If everyone mailed them on time, then they should be able to get to their destination (except for those who have to cross country boundaries) by Monday at the latest.