ON THE SIXTEENTH DAY of Christmas

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 Cannot believe I am now “Christmas ready”. Last parcels wrapped today all cards went out yesterday and house is fully decorated so all to do now is enjoy. It such a good feeling knowing no last minute trips to shops required. Apart from fresh food supermarket shopping also done. Maybe I shouldn’t be feeling so pleased with myself it might come back to bite me 😂

I always like to make up some hamper gifts too. A mix of homemade and bought foodie gifts. It’s so easy to do and nothing need to be homemade if you don’t have the time, or indeed the inclination. A small basket or container, a cellophane bag and a ribbon is all that’s needed. Before returning home from Shanghai I stocked up on bags, ribbons and bundles of bags so I’m sorted now for many years to come. I’m so glad I did. 

It’s fun putting them together and can be filled to please the recipient. I’ve done coffee hampers even adding espresso bubble bath and coffee smelling candle. Italian ones with good olive oil , pasta and some good dried herbs. Hot chocolate ingredients with mini marshmallows and some Baileys for a special treat is a good one. Add a can of “squirty cream” to make it even more special.  The possibilities are endless and always appreciated. 

A

Tonight we went out for tea as it was our grandsons Oliver’s Birthday  6 years old and so excited about both birthday and Christmas  he was singing Jingle bells mixed with Happy Birthday such was his level of excitement. It’s such a magical time for children. Believing is what it’s all about. We had a lovely time, enjoyed a delicious pizza at Padano which is local. As it was a birthday dessert was not optional 😂 

Now enjoying a G&T and relaxing. Another good day let’s hope tomorrow is just as good  


 

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