When I was a child, it was a family tradition that my mum always got a jigsaw for Christmas. There were two living rooms in our house. The back room, always referred to as the “Dining Room” (though we actually … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Christmas
glitter everywhere
It has been a glittering Christmas. I did intend to blog every few days, but somehow the whirl of seasonal preparations, family fun, mass catering and constant entertaining just hasn’t left enough hours in the day. For which I apologise. … Continue reading
big smiles, big city
I love London. I have never wanted to actually live here, as I am by nature a small-town girl. But I do love to visit. Happiness is strolling down the street, all of us together, arm in arm with my … Continue reading
minding the gaps
< As I have mentioned before, my Christmas this year will be extra special. Today we are meeting my sister, her partner and children (my two nieces and nephew) on one of their all-too-rare visits to England. It will mean … Continue reading
making ready
The time has come. Tidy up time, that is. Time to sort out extra beds. To hoover like a demon. To plump up the cushions, get out the fairy lights and put away the sewing. It is time to clear … Continue reading
just too tired…
Sorry about the lack of post at the usual time this morning. I was just too tired after a busy weekend on my stall. I have a stye coming on my eye, a stinking cold and I just needed to … Continue reading