We’ve often heard parents say, “Don’t accept gifts from strangers.” But what if the gift arrives in the form of an unwanted email in your inbox or a strange package addressed to you that was left on your doorstep? What can you do then?
While it’s easy to regift those mediocre presents from family to someone else, decoding the reason behind receiving mysterious mails is quite a task. Imagine opening your door to find a peculiar envelope. Inside lies a potato with a quirky message written on it. How do you feel - confused? Amused? Puzzled?
Whether someone intentionally sent it or if it was a mistake made by the delivery person, people receive questionable packages in their mailbox. Keep scrolling to look at some intriguing deliveries individuals get.
feedmeyourspaghetti Report
TOMALTACH Report
I ordered some college books but got this instead. I’m wondering if this was an honest mistake or if I should be worried.
Cinemageddon Report
The card was sent from Moonpig. We’ve looked at their website, and they state that they can’t disclose the details of the sender of a card. Should he contact the police? Not as an emergency, but just to inform them. He’s recently broken up with his girlfriend, and from what I gather, she seemed a little crazy. Does anybody have any advice, please?
Throwaway6622334455 Report
Lower_Employ6978 Report
I received this in the mail a few days after Valentine’s Day. It was addressed to me with no return address. The lid was sealed shut, and although I probably shouldn’t have, I pried it open with a butter knife (I hope I’m not cursed), and a wooden box with an anatomically correct wooden heart was inside. You can buy similar things on Etsy and other online stores. Do I have an admirer with really poor taste, or is this something more sinister?
SharkBait85 Report
NAKED_SWEDISH_CHEF Report
We received this in the mail today with a note from the USPS. It says, “The carrier who services your route was involved in an industrial or motor vehicle incident. Due to the incident, your mail came into contact with blood.”
sunsethacker Report
The-Real-Iggy Report
1st Picture: “He sees you when you’re sleeping; he knows when you’re awake.” 2nd Picture: “Ellen, We’ll be by around 7 PM on March 23 to pick up you and yours; pack light and leave your earthly husk behind. As ever, no fornicators or immigrants need to apply. I see you at 7 PM (1900 hrs). U KNOW WHO”
_Jxander Report
TouchedByAHellsAngel Report
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Law_Doge Report
I received this in the mail today. A burned sage stick, a baby doll, and an old photograph of an elderly woman. No return address, and no friends or family owning up to sending it. Just a weird prank? I’m so confused.
amaciag07 Report
Update: While I was on my way home from work, my partner called me and told me that our downstairs neighbor was screaming about how we poisoned his dog, had been putting cameras in his place, and had been mind-controlling him. He then shouted at her while I was on the phone about how he wanted his keys back. So, I guess they were keys to his house? Also, he’s totally insane, and I’m really glad we are moving next month.
WilJake Report
I opened my mailbox to find this weird and completely terrifying note. It definitely seems like the person writing this was writing with their other hand to not get recognized, and this is what scares me so much. I don’t know anyone who could do this, and I haven’t noticed anything strange recently. I did call my close friends, and they all advised me to go to the police, which I’m planning on doing as soon as I can, but I’m not sure what they can do. One thing for sure is that I’m not sleeping tonight. Do you think I’m overreacting?
mailboxthrowawayy Report
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UrethraStealer Report
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JustCallMeKatelyn Report
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reddit.com Report
She has no idea who sent them. There is no note inside with any information on why it was sent. Her social media name was used, not her legal name.
kitsbe Report
Mixtapeshuffle Report
Twinkaboo Report
I have asked everyone I know. Anyone I can think of would admit to it as a joke for laughs. Possibly the strangest thing to put in my mailbox.
MuffBadger Report
caraquinn Report
All I have is that my dad lives out of town, where all the neighbors know each other, and he visits most of them regularly. He found most of the papers in his mailbox, and there were two in his neighbor’s mailbox from across the road. They weren’t in an envelope; they were simply dumped in the mailboxes.
AlternativeBeing5 Report
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DiscoSpaceAngel , DiscoSpaceAngel Report
BETtY_BettY Report
Redroseandre Report
I’m looking for reasons why someone would send this to someone. It was addressed to me (I have only been at this house for 10 months). I live in the Midwest and don’t know anyone in Pennsylvania.
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Lacagada Report
PreExistingAmbition Report
Yogurteat Report
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mike_pants Report
Zeath23 Report
FuchsiaFish , FuchsiaFish Report
redneck_lezbo Report
The only thing I can think of is that someone tried to dispose of a burner phone used for suspicious activities, but still, it’s so strange. The delivery guy just buzzed the doorbell and practically zipped down the stairs, because when I opened it, he was gone.
Throwawaybigpp2 Report
Narrow_Ad2034 Report
ActuallyHomo Report
HugzNStuff Report
TheJoyfulJoy Report
chumia40 Report
I just called UPS. They told me that it was one of the undelivered packages in their office, and asked if I’ve ever had an undelivered package. I said no, but he insisted that it was mine, and said that it was up to me if I want to keep it or not. I don’t think that’s the right way to go about this, so I’m going to call the number on the card, and get this sorted out.
Seventy_Seven Report
archanom Report
JohnnyNapkins Report
Lukeew Report
My dad is a large antique collector, and he’s always preferred oddities over normal antiques. So a few months ago, he found an antique Ouija board (and planchette) on eBay. He placed a bid and won. About three weeks later, we got two boxes in the mail. My dad called me to the garage to open the Ouija board with him. When I went outside, there were two fairly big boxes sitting on the floor. My dad was equally puzzled about the two boxes, but they were both addressed to him. He opened the first box, and there was the Ouija board. Then I opened the second box, and I saw an antique doll staring up at me. My stomach dropped. My dad picked it up and had no clue why it was shipped to us. The doll gives me a horrible feeling, and every time I look at it, I just feel completely creeped out. We assumed the seller had accidentally shipped both a doll and the Ouija board to us. My dad contacted the seller and sent pictures of the doll, and they said they had never seen it before. We did some research, and it is a German doll from the 1800s. This doll is worth a lot; it is weird that someone would just give it up. We still have the doll (behind glass); it’s been almost 6 months, and we have heard nothing from anyone.
sherbear_55 Report
Ok_Road25 Report
Hairarse Report
“P.S. Have a fantastic Christmas. Somehow, you have never ever left my mind. One way or another, I hold you responsible for so many horrible things that happened to many people. Inclusive of the death of one person. I thought it might be appropriate to send you a pile of sh*t in a box of Milk Tray chocolates. Than thought that decision would make me no better than you.”
input Report
My sister lives on the east coast and received this letter, to her apartment the other day. Her address is not listed online anywhere. This is so scary.
Notguilty5190 Report
justsalad Report
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TucRJerbs Report
phildurm Report
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nyiyx Report
CivilizedPsycho Report
1st Picture: “Sorry, I can’t hear or see you perfect people anymore. I don’t recognize your voices anymore. I really do need help before I let go again…” 2nd Picture: “Sorry, everyone, I do have real problems with my health. I do need more help again. I’m tired of figuring out everything.”
SliceOfTy Report
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meatloaf1212 Report
kayfitzart Report
greg370z Report
fanball99 Report
“Rita was a fine matchmaker and had a low internal voice and impeccable eye focus on your delicious foot area. RIP”
stoned_seahorse Report
Rasimito Report
At first, I saw St. Joseph and thought it was a religious thing because my mom’s Catholic and frequents church a lot. Then I saw “Indian” and thought kids in India were asking for money. But no, this is a school in South Dakota. I don’t know what their deal is. The website says they sent all these things to “catch our attention.”
StillCockroach7573 Report
Hollambeast Report
Rubberfootman Report
My partner received this parcel this afternoon in the mail. We’re not entirely sure who sent it, and it came with a crumbled-up cookie. We’re obviously not going to eat it, but we’re a bit confused as to where this came from. I googled the company name, but nothing came up except a company in Ballarat. We’re based in the western suburbs of Melbourne, if that helps. Any advice or information would be greatly appreciated!
yeeyeelxrd Report
reddit.com Report
I get a text message this morning from my friend with the following message, “Yesterday we received a mysterious package from California delivered via FedEx, it had no markings on it. It’s shrunk wrapped with what had to be 3 or 4 rolls of shrink wrap. We cut away at the shrink wrap to find this.”
AKA_Delicious Report
quarktheduck Report
The entire thing including the scribbled out parts says, “If we remain together until we die, this too shall pass. Love like there is no tomorrow, laugh like a kid, stress is pointless.” I’m beyond confused.
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matthew77cro Report
So this postcard came addressed to me today. I have no idea what it is or why it would come to me. Given the saying “They’re coming”.
brosen87 Report
Puuuuppyboi Report
reddit.com Report
EerilyNormal Report
driedkitten Report
I got a letter similar to this about a year ago, but I moved out of that state three years ago. There is no return address, and I don’t know what language this is. I have no clue how they have my new address, and I have no idea if I should be concerned or not.
zanderfever Report
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