Another Christmas in the bag

Christmas is over for another year. Henry and Milly are already asking how many sleeps until the next one. It is fair to say we all had a good time this year. Michael's parents joined us for the Christmas period, my brother and his family were with us on Christmas day, and my mum made an appearance too. Here is how our day unfolded.

Christmas Eve: putting out some food for the reindeer.

...and some food and drink for Santa too. Michael and I thought Santa would like some red wine, dark chocolate and a peppermint tea.

Christmas morning and Milly checking her stocking.




Yep, Santa's been alright.

After stockings, it's breakfast, then getting dressed. Finally, they can open their presents.

It was a Neverland Christmas for Tinkerbell and Peter Pan.

Buster was a bit antisocial and buried his head in a new book.

Even I got a present.

A quick self-portrait.

Suddenly Santa arrived with more gifts.

Thanks Santa.

Milly's first Barbie. Probably won't be her last.

Mmm, Christmas lunch.

Roasted turkey breast in an orange and tarragon sauce - roasted potatoes - mixed steamed greens in a white balsamic dressing - cranberry, apple & sage relish - pancetta and herb stuffing - GranJan's Christmas pudding - pistachio, cranberry, currant and brandy icecream.

Cinderella, you shall go to the ball.

Henry teaching Corin all about the many Ben10 aliens.

After lots of food, wine and beer we all took to the backgarden to lie down in the shade. Nanoo and Peter arrived, along with more presents.

Buster pinching some ice from GranJan's glass.

And there you have it. Another Christmas in the bag.