Sunday, 18 December 2011

This time next week.....

it will all be over, all the preparation, extra trips to the supermarket, battling the crowds, then gone in a blink of an eye. Does not mean I will not be enjoying the festive season though as I love the decorations, twinkling lights and general magical air all around. I may be 54 and do not have children but Christmas still holds wonderful memories and it is what you make of it. Lee (DH) and I love this time of year and whilst may hate the shopping part love everything else that is Christmas. 

Christmas day off to mass and light some candles for those gone but not forgotten, back home for a delicious feast, a good film or two, walk the dog, then late afternoon gift opening, just perfect.

I got a lovely surprise when the postie arrived on Saturday an envelope all the way from the US of A and what did I find nestled inside?

A beautiful Christmas card and 2 delightful ornaments a musical tree and mitten edged with white fur. Thank you so much Nancy I love them.


Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas to you and your families, have a wonderful time over the Holidays.

 
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22 comments:

  1. Wendy18 December 2011 at 19:03

    What a lovely surprise - just gorgeous! I love Christmas too, and Xmas Day is the birthday of one of my daughters. Won't see her till January though - she's staying in London for Xmas. It'll brighten up January though! Best wishes x

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  2. Jan18 December 2011 at 19:46

    Wishing you a brilliant Christmas, I put my tree up today and watched a few soppy movies, dozed on the sofa and thought, 'it must be nearly Christmas'

    Have a great holiday.

    Jan x

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  3. Stephen @ Soy of the North18 December 2011 at 19:58

    It's always lovely to get surprises. The shopping part of Christmas is tough but the rest of the festivities make up for it.

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  4. Penny18 December 2011 at 20:08

    What beautiful decorations, very envious!
    A very happy Christmas to you
    Penny x

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  5. lovetartan18 December 2011 at 20:12

    Have a great Christmas and New year - Mich x

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  6. Sarah - The Lilac Dragonfly18 December 2011 at 21:20

    Have a wonderful Christmas Caroline and I know you're going to have an exciting 2012 xx

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  7. CarolC118 December 2011 at 22:04

    That is sooo true. When it is over you wonder where all the dosh and food went and you reflect on the many hours you have spent preparing.
    Having agreed with all that I do wish you a very happy Christmas and a successful New Year for your new projects.

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  8. Mrs A.19 December 2011 at 03:47

    Such a nice suprise to receive. Really unusual ornaments.
    Hope you have a lovely Christmas and Wishing you a Happy New year. Hugs Mrs A

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  9. Christmas Pie Crafts19 December 2011 at 08:50

    That's a lovely surprise Caroline - always so much nicer to get something unexpected.

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  10. Helen19 December 2011 at 10:24

    Lovely ornaments, what a lovely surprise :)
    Happy christmas x

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  11. SimJaTa19 December 2011 at 11:01

    Lovely surprise, and so pretty. Preps all done here, having a lovely quiet time.

    Merry Christmas to you, Lee and Shiloh

    Lynda x

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  12. Lisa McDonald19 December 2011 at 11:37

    Carolyn

    Merry Christmas! I adore the card and ornaments, they are beautiful.

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  13. Ali19 December 2011 at 13:04

    Have a wonderful Christmas - you are right that it is over way too quickly!

    Finally we have our tree up and things are looking Christmassy and warm and cosy.

    Hope Shiloh enjoys his first Christmas and doesn't try to open the pressies early!

    Ali x

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  14. Zoe19 December 2011 at 14:42

    What beautiful surprises you got in the post!
    Have a wonderful Christmas :)

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  15. Pickle Lily19 December 2011 at 15:49

    A lovely surprise - have a very happy Christmas.#o x

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  16. Jam Dalory19 December 2011 at 16:27

    What a lovely gift. I don't think it matters what age you are, Christmas is special for so many reasons. Merry Christmas. x

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  17. Unknown19 December 2011 at 17:16

    How lovely to hear how you will spend your day. Really love your new Christmas decs, they will look so graceful on your tree :)

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  18. Shabby Shan19 December 2011 at 19:17

    Hi Caroline,
    The ornaments Nancy sent you are so cute! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

    Shannon
    Shabby Shan's Cottage

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  19. gail20 December 2011 at 00:05

    Hi Caroline:) I love Christmas too, but I am looking forward to starting a New Year! I hope you have a very special Christmas and give that Shiloh a BIG hug from me:) What a pretty card and cute orn. from Nancy:)
    Gail

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  20. Your Friend Susie20 December 2011 at 04:16

    It is hard to believe it's almost here! And I love the ornaments, beautiful.

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  21. Dawn Woods20 December 2011 at 09:16

    I love the ornaments, they are fabulous.....

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  22. itsamistry20 December 2011 at 11:42

    What a lovely surprise - delightful decorations. I love Christmas especially watching my niece open all her presents. Have a fantastic Christmas :)

    Anita

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