Thank you for the comments on my previous post. I'm glad it isn't just me who finds Christmas shopping so stressful. Although I've cut back hugely on the amount of people I buy for (and that made a massive difference), I would be quite happy to forget about presents altogether. There is just so much pressure and expectation about the giving and receiving of gifts, which is why I try and prioritise experiences instead. I don't particularly remember any of last year's Christmas gifts, but I do remember our visit to the Christmas lights, drinking mulled wine at the markets in Edinburgh, and chilly walks through the woods followed by a delicious hot chocolate. Although I try not to think about the ice-skating ;)
Gosh, it's felt like a long week, especially considering I didn't go into work on Monday. Today has been particularly stressful and an incident at work, although nothing I was involved with, left me feeling a little flat. My colleagues, however were incredible, and dealt with the situation brilliantly. I realise how lucky I am to work with some amazing people.
The Mincemeat Shortbread was very popular. I tried some myself and I have to agree, it was delicious. The recipe never fails but it might also have had something to do with the extra brandy I always add to the mincemeat :) This was all that was left when I went into the staff room at lunchtime.
I think that next I will go and get my pyjamas on, enjoy a quiet night, and hopefully I can catch up with some blog reading. I've an early start tomorrow, as I'm going to be delivering those presents.
J. X
Another wonderful picture. What I don't like is the sheer number of presents people have. We will have our offspring back with us again this year, and I know that the opening of presents will take at least two hours. When I was young, if you got 6 presents you were doing well. Who needs 20?
ReplyDeleteThe amount of gift exchanges have become quite excessive. I'm glad I cut back when I did. I'm meeting up with some friends for a Christmas meal later this week and I thought it might be nice to do a secret santa. Then I remembered the best gift we can give one another was one less expense and hassle at this time of year. X
DeleteI'm sure everyone thoroughly enjoyed the Mincemeat Shortbread :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend
All the best Jan
It is very delicious, even if I say so myself. Xx
DeleteHello, my friend! I am in my pajamas, catching up on blogs! I hope you have a cozy evening. I would love to stop over for some coffee and shortbread!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds perfect, Billie Jo. I think I will do the same this evening. And you would be more than welcome to stop by for some shortbread anytime. :)
DeleteCrumbs, your mincemeat shortbread was well received :)
ReplyDeleteYour photo of the snow looks like a Christmas card but I'm glad it has all gone for you now. I hope you manage to deliver all those presents today and that'll be another job done xx
Thank you, Eileen. It was quite a journey, but the presents have now been delivered. Xx
DeleteBeautiful snow pics, and mince meat short bread? Could you share the recipe please?
ReplyDeleteIf you click where it reads Mincemeat Shortbread it will take you to the recipe. Xx
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