Christmas Film

Christmas Film

Love Actually (2003)   If we were having a conversation over a brew or a beer about this film it would be in questions or exclamations.   “The horn section in church…”   “Liam Neeson or Alan…”   “Why...
New Pyjamas

New Pyjamas

One of the Christmas traditions I grew up with is new pyjamas for the big day. You need fresh pjs for present opening. It adds to the sense of occasion and it looks good in the pictures.   This year eldest monkey had an idea which I just had to go along with. In...
Christmas Burn Out

Christmas Burn Out

This post is your permission slip.     I love Christmas. I love everything about it. Food, presents, decorating, music, time with family. I fizz with joy at the thought of it. The thing is, I’m writing this on the dining table next to a Christmas tree...
Screw It That’ll Do Baking

Screw It That’ll Do Baking

I have made six Christmas cakes this year. I do it because I really like cake and I enjoy making them. If I didn’t I would buy them. I am a big believer in the phrase “screw it, that’ll do”. Good enough is fine with me.     Reducing...