From: James Edward Gray II Date: 2004-10-05T01:16:55+09:00 Subject: Re: [SOLUTION] Secret Santas (#2) On Oct 4, 2004, at 7:59 AM, Gavin Kistner wrote: >> But actually that leaves out the arrangements with multiple smaller >> circles, so you >> can't generate every solution this way. > > Good point...I hadn't considered that! > Is it a good or bad thing that these smaller circles might be two > reciprocating people? > I suppose it adds to the surprise if/when it occurs. I'm of the opinion that it should be the number one feature for a Santa draw. However, you don't have to use a random sort to get it. ;) James Edward Gray II