I have been forbidden from posting a picture of our Christmas tree, but have been allowed to post a photograph of the Christmas decorations on the staircase, a minor work of art, which I do with best Christmas wishes to all my readers, wherever you are, a highly select group, together with a picture of the curious creature on the top of the tree:-
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Wrapped so tightly in tinsel, it’s no wonder her eyes are popping !
And best Christmas wishes to you, your wife and family. I trust it is peaceful and enjoyable and that 2018 brings health and happiness.
Your blog is a delight.
Best wishes
Bob Clarke
Dear Charles
Warmest wishes for Christmas to you and yours. And thank you for another year of informative, inspiring and often very beautiful posts. Helen x
Dear Helen, And to you ! Charles
Always a fan of natural greenery at Christmas. I’ve enjoyed another year of your blog. Happy Christmas Victoria