What's this I hear? It's only 3 sleeps till Christmas? Well I really don't know where the time goes! Luckily, seeing as we are not going anywhere, we are pretty much caught up. I made Christmas presents for the family ages ago, so there was no last-minute rush. I got Claire's stuff in plenty of time, and a little something for the boyf, and Father Christmas will be stopping by as well...
The only thing I still had to do was buy food for the weekend. I was going to do an online grocery shop, but I didn't grab a delivery slot while I could, so in the end I had to go out yesterday (despite feeling pretty tired and dizzy) and face the crowds. Because of my lack of energy and organisation, I decided to go all out and buy our festive fare from that Great British Institution M&S. Yes, I got half-prepared food, and ready made sweet treats, so that I don't have to spend hours slaving over a hot stove, but also because it's actually the closest supermarket to our house (not counting the small Tesco). AND I got a cab home. It was busy out there, but I didn't spend much time in the food hall. I knew more or less what I wanted and snaffled it up. Some of the stuff may or may not have come from this aisle.... Anyway I felt quite proud of myself and came home and collapsed with a toasted teacake and a "cuppa tea".
The house is looking all festive - Claire took the picture that is now my banner, and I love our little tree and paper chains. We also have at least 20 Christmas cards up around the arch in the living room, which is quite a feat in this time of eCards and eGreetings. I promise I'll get some pictures done soon, but in the meantime, say hello to my friend Santa (from last year)
That reminds me, we had coasters made of this picture and they look fantastic!
Oh and how could I forget? One of my lovely sisters came over from Paris to visit last weekend. We don't have a spare room so she stayed at the local B&B but we had dinners and lunches and shopped together and it was very special. I do so miss my family.
Anyway, that's all for tonight. I must get my beauty sleep, ok?!
I really like your Santa. The new banner looks fantastic. Kudos to Claire. I hope that you have a wonderful Christmas. Luv Ya!
Posted by: Chrissie | 12/22/2011 at 10:34 PM
I really like your Santa. Kudos to Claire on the new banner. It looks great!
I hope that you have a wonderful Christmas. Miss ya tons. Luv Ya!
Posted by: Chrissie Who? | 12/22/2011 at 10:37 PM
how lovely!!!!!
Happy Christmas Jen xxxxxxx
Posted by: lyzzydee | 12/22/2011 at 11:56 PM