Thank you to all my blog friends who sent Christmas messages and to those I sent wishes to twice, sorry, not meaning to harass but I didn't really know who I returned mails to and who I didn't. So no need to reply if you were one of those lovely people.
My day started with a lovely American style breakfast as my SIL in American, maple syrup pancakes and bacon...mmm. then present time, I was so spoilt.
My SSCS present was one of the first to be opened....Thanks so much Isabel.
I hope you all had a nice day. I was a bit worried about Denice (my SSCS friend) today as I was watching the news I heard that her area was out of power in the cold conditions. Hope all is Ok with you Denice.
We have had a lovely Christmas with my BIL and his family. Plenty of yummy food, cool weather and time with family.
Thank you to Isabelle, my SS for her beautiful gift. I really loved it. Finally time to open.
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Opening my SSCS |
A beautiful stitchery organiser / holder, 2 cup cake place mats and a beautiful piece of fabric to make something for Evelyn.
I really love the fabric used for the pocket. Lovely sayings on it.
My lovely parcel . I love the way the stitchery organiser folds up to become nice and compact...great for travelling.
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Fabric for Evelyn. Notice the little sparkles. So cute! |
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I think I will share a cup of tea with Isabel |
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I think my SIL and niece know my favourite colour is orange. they really spoilt me.
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One advantage of spending xmas with my BIL is there are plenty of mangoes, his son in law grows them. mmmm... |
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Breakfast , lunch and dinner. |
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I think Evelyn just loves her Daddy ...a kiss for Christmas..Thanks Emma for the photo . |