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QNPoohBear wrote: "Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! Tomorrow my dad, siblings and my nieces are going to the very literary tow Amos Bronson Alcottn of Concord, Massachusetts ([author:Louisa May..."I'm one town south of Concord, QNPoohBear--wave as you drive by! :) The gift shop in the Concord Museum is very nice...
QNPoohBear wrote: "Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! Tomorrow my dad, siblings and my nieces are going to the very literary tow Amos Bronson Alcottn of Concord, Massachusetts ([author:Louisa May..."Pooh Bear, I agree that the 7 cookies sounds so much better! And I totally understand about trying to make all the gifts fairly equal (in size and value!) for all the nieces and nephews; I've got about fifteen of them to make equal!! Activity kits and books are great gifts! I always throw in some silly stuff, too, that their parents wouldn't get them.
I just jumped on the Orchard House website to reminisce (fond memories from about FORTY years ago!!). It looks like they might be closed today due to icy conditions. That's a shame, hopefully things will warm up during the day and everyone will get to visit.
Thanks Karlyne. Have my feet up. Hoping for the best.
Sign of the times I guess -we just celebrated our first ‘Christmas ‘event with son and daughter in law and grandchildren. Our grandchildren are from our son’s first marriage - so this year, they are spending Christmas with their Mum, and our son gets them until Sunday evening: and they celebrate their Christmas Day (present opening, dinner etc) tomorrow. So we get to exchange presents, celebrate and catch up tonight! I guess all over the place there are blended families, single parent families, multi generational families - and no families - all getting ready to celebrate the holidays in the best way they can. Wishing everyone the season’s greetings for a happy and joyous time with or without family.
How true Susan and very well put. Happy holidays to you and all your family.
Merry Christmas!btw, the Kindle version of Snowdrift is currently £1.99 on Amazon UK
Merry Christmas, all! We celebrated early, too, Perthshire Susan (doesn't that sound grand?).
Karlyne wrote: "Merry Christmas, all! We celebrated early, too, Perthshire Susan (doesn't that sound grand?)."Karlyne - I am thinking of using that as my new title - “Perthshire Susan” has a real ring to it! Thanks!
Merry Christmas, everyone! Thanks for brightening my life!
Merry Christmas to All. No White Christmas for us in central Maryland, which is fine by me, but I know others were holding out hope.I hope everyone has a good holiday!
Happy Boxing Day to Carol!
And a Happy White Christmas Boxing Day to us all!Critterbee, I'm watching for the Three Ships to come a-sailing in. Over the snow!
Happy Christmas Everyone!!!! We have rain rain and more rain. Usual Irish weather.
Teresa wrote: "Happy Christmas Everyone!!!! We have rain rain and more rain. Usual Irish weather."And I t’s the same in Scotland! Miserable and dreich!
Do we care Susan?!!! No, because it's Christmas and I'm just about to stuff my face :-) Hope you're enjoying your day.
Teresa wrote: "Do we care Susan?!!! No, because it's Christmas and I'm just about to stuff my face :-) Hope you're enjoying your day."Correct Teresa! Already a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc down, (not all by myself), and several chocolate treats. Cosy and warm! Hope your day is equally good!
It certainly is and the Sauvignon is about to be opened here too!!
I've just been adding all my Amazon voucher gifts to my account. When I saw the total, I came over all funny :-) :-)
Which books are you going to spend it on? Such riches!
Karlyne that will be a very delicate operation and will take many hours of browsing. Oh happy days :-)!!!!!
Dr Wytch and I just finished our Quorn roast and all the trimmings and now enjoying the rest of a bottle of Chianti!OOOOH Teresa have fun!
You sound like you certainly are! Thank you.
I had to go look up Quorn roast, Hilary - I'm glad you both enjoyed it!
I had to make it one year because my daughter's boyfriend was vegetarian. It was also the first Christmas he ever spent with us so I was under pressure. Must have been alright, he's still around:-)
OH is not Veggie but will eat this 'cos a) he knows I like it and b) it is easier lol .... oh and he transferred some cash to me - to spend on Kindle books!
I avoid meat, and our dinner was baked pasta and salad and garlic bread - delicious! I want to try this Quorn Roast that you are speaking of...
If you can get it it is well worth it!
I've never seen it in the stores! We have friends who grow our meat, so I've got a lovely pork roast in the oven! Starting to smell heavenly...
Karlyne wrote: "I've never seen it in the stores! We have friends who grow our meat, so I've got a lovely pork roast in the oven! Starting to smell heavenly..."Yum! Pork roast!
How does this meat from your neighbor taste? If you have a guest who usually eats meat from the grocery store, would they notice a difference?
Merry Christmas everyone!We are meant to be going to Auckland today - didn't feel like it before eating half a ton of food yesterday & now quite definitely don't feel like it!
I think so! It's got a lovely pork flavor. Instead of having sausage made, I always have fresh ground meat and then I make regular breakfast sausage, chorizo or Italian sausage as I need it. Biscuits and gravy to die for!
Karlyne wrote: "Which books are you going to spend it on? Such riches!"Yes! Isn’t that the best gift?
Karlyne wrote: "I think so! It's got a lovely pork flavor. Instead of having sausage made, I always have fresh ground meat and then I make regular breakfast sausage, chorizo or Italian sausage as I need it. Biscui..."Ok, if I ever make it to Idaho, I’m booking your spare room, Lady, sounds delish!
We are having steak, baked potatoes and salad...my husband uses a cast iron pan on the grill and steaks turn out very well! Plus, I still get fatigued, so this way he and our son can handle the cooking this year. I am hoping next year I have better balance and energy, Christmas has been very quiet this year- I’m just glad to be here!
Christmas☆ Carol!☆ wrote: "Merry Christmas everyone!We are meant to be going to Auckland today - didn't feel like it before eating half a ton of food yesterday & now quite definitely don't feel like it!"
Enjoy, Carol! Travel safe!
We had dips, roast lamb, potatoes & kumara, olive cake (which Marty & our boy didn't like) & pavlova with fresh fruit.
Susan in Perthshire wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Happy Christmas Everyone!!!! We have rain rain and more rain. Usual Irish weather."And I t’s the same in Scotland! Miserable and dreich!"
Stay inside, dry and cozy, and enjoy your wine!
❇Critterbee wrote: "I avoid meat, and our dinner was baked pasta and salad and garlic bread - delicious! I want to try this Quorn Roast that you are speaking of..."
Baked pasta and bread - yum!
Hilary S wrote: "OH is not Veggie but will eat this 'cos a) he knows I like it and b) it is easier lol .... oh and he transferred some cash to me - to spend on Kindle books!"Books - perfect gift!
Karlyne wrote: "I had to go look up Quorn roast, Hilary - I'm glad you both enjoyed it!"I had to look it up too - I’ve learned something new today, thanks ladies, everyone enjoy!
While visiting my Father in Raleigh, step-mother was not feeling well, so my brothers and sisters (there are 6 of us) all cooked that Christmas dinner. We were all in the kitchen at the same time. It was hilarious and a lot of fun, and she could not stop laughing and yelling advice from her comfy chair.That was two nights ago, and we made a more traditional dinner of ham, mac and cheese, green bean casserole, roast broccoli and roast brussels sprouts. We had about a dozen people eating, so the entire thing was one big blur. I think we made enough food for 30 people.
You betcha, NC Susan! Stay healthy and come on out!
Susan in NC wrote: "Books - perfect gift!"
I'd be happy with that. But our son got us a giant chilly bin which will be most useful. Our main present to him collapsed & broke when my husband sat in it, so we are going to return it on our way to Auckland.
Teresa wrote: "It certainly is and the Sauvignon is about to be opened here too!!"Attagirl, relax, enjoy a fine dinner, wine and dream of books to come - and continue taking care of yourself!
❇Critterbee wrote: "While visiting my Father in Raleigh, step-mother was not feeling well, so my brothers and sisters (there are 6 of us) all cooked that Christmas dinner. We were all in the kitchen at the same time. ..."That sounds heavenly- great kids, you fed everyone AND made her laugh, lovely!
Karlyne wrote: "You betcha, NC Susan! Stay healthy and come on out!"Thanks!
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Nick wrote: "Very pretty colours! I like the gradient (if that's the right word!)."
Thanks, Nick and Carol!
Susan, we are practically neighbors! haha!
Teresa, hope you're feeling better soon.
QNPoohBear wrote: "Merry Christmas to those who celebrate! Tomorrow my dad, siblings and my nieces are going to the very literary tow Amos Bronson Alcottn of Concord, Massachusetts ([author:Louisa May..."
That sounds like a lovely tour, and I am with you on the feast of the seven fishes - give me cookies or veggie lasagna any day.