Lesley Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 Aaah! - the innocence of youth We don't have many of the tacky lights around here but Stratford does have a spectacular set of street lights for Christmas. They were turned on last Friday and as we'd got Lauren and Jake staying with us I thought we'd wait until all the fuss over the visit from Father Christmas and his reindeer had died down and then drive round all the streets to look at the lights. We told them we were going somewhere for a surprise - Lauren was suitably impressed but Jake was nearly in tears - "I thought we were going shopping and to buy a burger" ( - wrong Grandma then Jake!) He was really stroppy all the way home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted December 3, 2005 Share Posted December 3, 2005 Aww poor Jake . Personally I'd prefer Christmas lights to shopping and a burger.... but the perspective's a little different at his age. Clare, keeping you off topic, I've just noticed you only need 12 more postings before you graduate to Chicken Addict. Go girl, you can do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted December 3, 2005 Share Posted December 3, 2005 Oh, poor old Jake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted December 3, 2005 Share Posted December 3, 2005 hmmmm..... we are baysitting again this weekend and this weekend's treat is to go and visit Nicola and Emily and then on to my sister's in Blackpool - hope you're prepared Nicola, for a miniature Grumpy Old Man! What was this topic???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted December 3, 2005 Share Posted December 3, 2005 I am Lesley, I have one of my own whose name is Thomas he may not even get out of bed, but to be honest it is probably best if he doesn't........................ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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buffie Posted December 3, 2005 Author Share Posted December 3, 2005 Oh soooo off topic, Clare how did you post soooo much. I am left behind!! Also didn't wrap any pressies bad buffy BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted December 3, 2005 Share Posted December 3, 2005 Also didn't wrap any pressies bad buffy BBx ...ahh, but it's fun looking forward to the wrapping part! Er, I haven't bought any presents yet, or started the cards. (on topic!) I thought discussing the lights & decorations was very topical! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 Thats right Clare because you very rarely go off topic Moi? NEVER *fingers firmly crossed* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 Oh soooo off topic, Clare how did you post soooo much. I am left behind!! Also didn't wrap any pressies bad buffy BBx Depends on how busy it is at work! I haven't got any wrapping or cards done yet, but am going to attack it after I've finished catching up on the forum I've got loads done this weekend, but my oven has packed up! I hope that it's just a part that can be replaced, as I can't afford a new cooker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clare* Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 This must be the season for kitchen appliances to break down I'm still without a dishwasher It must be the extra bread and butter making we are doing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 I can't believe that you haven't got one yet, 'miss super-efficient'! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clare* Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 Still looking for a bargain. I am going to have to order one tomorrow, Paul keeps complaining about the state of my washing up they are so expensive though. Mine is integrated. Bad time of year as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 hey Ho. Good luck getting one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted December 5, 2005 Author Share Posted December 5, 2005 I was so upset about not wrapping I spelt my name wrong , not one of you pulled me up on it so thanks for that Tis' the season to be dippy! Mum and dad just left so I have a list of things to achieve. I am going to face the hoards at MK and 'FINISH' the shopping also get back and wrap pressies to nice xmas music, got Diana Krall Christmas to add to our collection (not sure of spelling) and start our evening walks to see lights tonight Hope you're all getting in the spirit BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clare* Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 I'm Just about to start wrapping the few things I have bought. I am a bit slap dash with the old wrapping not my favourite past time I must say. But it has to be done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 I really enjoy it, I just get stressed out trying to find time to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 Started mine last night too! I love wrapping presents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 Next year you can come and do mine too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted December 7, 2005 Author Share Posted December 7, 2005 Started but hardly a dent, have the day free, unexpectedly, so can grocery shop and wrap. GREAT!!! BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 or you could just stay on the forum - far nicerererer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted December 7, 2005 Author Share Posted December 7, 2005 The pugs here working so have limited time. check out Shonas news!! Upset as have lost (temporarily I hope) my monsoon chicken dec for the tree, just remembered it and can't rest until it's found!! BBx BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 Oh Buffie I hope you find it soon I had someone pick me one up the other week and it looks lovely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 I've got mine pinned up in the front window, as a permanent fixture though, rather than just for Christmas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 Not that we are chicken fixated or anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
