Had a Holly, Jolly Christmas!!

Xmas Eve Fire

Yup, had a holly, jolly Christmas - it was a great time of the year.  I love to listen to the Christmas carols, and see all the pretty lights - but sad not to be with the kids.  Fortunately we are able to spend most of the summer with them and be able to enjoy much milder Christmas temps.

We celebrated Christmas a few times this past week - a Christmas eve bonfire and a couple of dinners.  That meant turkey twice and more trimmings than one could comfortably consume in one sitting.  It was

great to be able to celebrate with friends.  And Santa even found where we were parked.  While he didn't leave a whole lot of gifts, he did leave a note that said he questioned our behaviour this past year and felt he would give to the more deserving grandchildren.  Next year, I will try to be better!  That means that the old adage is true "he knows when you've been bad or good so be good for goodness sake"!

After Dinner

I even tried my hand at being crafty this year.  I had practised making a couple of things earlier but they just didn't turn out like the photos.  This one did so I was pretty proud of myself.

We certainly have been enjoying the sunshine.  Even without really warm temperatures, a spot out of wind makes for a very pleasant place to relax and enjoy the clear blue skies.

It definitely has been a week of little activity, other than the occasional

Enjoying the sun

walk which is greatly needed after the treats of Christmas.  This week will be a repair week as we continue to search for our elusive brake light issue.  Thanks for joining us on our winter journey and I'll be back next week.  Enjoy your week!!