Going to See Santa Claus
Hearing my grandson’s excited account of visiting Father Christmas at our local garden centre, reminded me of my childhood experiences of meeting the legendary gift bearer. In the 1960s, we queued for ages outside snow-decorated...
Counting the Days!
It’s like meeting old friends. After the boxes have been hauled from the loft and I start sifting through the ornaments, I exclaim with joy as favourites come to light. A few are handmade by...
Farewell Halloween, Hello Christmas
I’m one of those people who, after Halloween, and when the pumpkin lantern becomes a lopsided squidgy mess, directs my attention to Christmas. I love the season, and even in the summer, if there’s a...