We cannot believe Christmas is over already! As always it went way to quickly, in the Amara office we are still revelling in the plentiful chocolate supply and the fabulous array of gifts that still adorn our desks from the annual Secret Santa. Every year we pick names out of a hat, and with a budget of ten pounds we buy a Secret Santa gift, each December it gets more interesting as the team expands. Here are our top picks…

Don’t get too close – he does bite.

Sam Hood is now the proud owner of a pet rock. He doesn’t say much, but we think he is just getting used to the team.

Who said that USB sticks weren’t thoughtful?

Hardworking Tom got the gift of a USB stick – with the adage he can now take his work home with him. How exciting.

Stylish yet practical – an accessory that keeps on giving.

Adam received the practical yet stylish glow in the dark drinking straw glasses. A classic gift that never gets old…

Jack was the lucky recipient of this handy gift.

 Many of the office are West Ham supporters, so it was no surprise that there was some Hammer merchandise doing the rounds in this year’s Secret Santa. Jack got the handy oyster card holder, perfect for travelling to Amara’s idyllic country setting every day.

Did you receive anything extra special this year? What was the peak and pit of your Christmas haul?