I did get one for Christmas - the sledgehammer hints must have worked. Thanks for the recommendations - it's brilliant. Came with free Bradfords crossword lists and a book of times cryptic crosswords.
I got one after some heavy hinting, too, and it looks really good. But missed out on the lists and crossword book. Thanks to the several ABers who put me on to it.
Since I got one for my birthday in November (also on ABers recommendation)..I use it all the time..it's brilliant! Glad you wrote to Santa for one granny grump!