Saturday, 23 December 2017

Merry Christmas

It was our last trip out today, as the shops don't open here on a Sunday.  The weather let us down badly by being wet and windy not at all conducive to the stroll that we had planned.  Instead of the the walk around town soaking up the atmosphere it became a mad dash to get the provisions we required and then back home to a warm, cosy cottage.  I did manage to get some photos of the beautiful decor in the shop windows.  It was a delight to see the tree surrounded by the wonderful array of lobster pots so fitting for the harbour.



There were also some wonderful plant arrangements to add to the charm.




Finally, some of the shop windows that were a joy to admire.  The rustic charm of some were a delight and reminiscent of bygone times.








I am now going to get showered and into my pj's so that we can enjoy some carols and a film or two together.

Wishing you and yours a Wonderful Christmas and best wishes for the New Year.

I thank you for your friendship, interest, comments and support over the last year.  We have a lot to reflect upon this year and a lot more adventures to plan for next year.

See you soon.
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37 comments:

  1. Jules23 December 2017 at 10:19

    A very Merry Christmas to you and all your family. You've had such an exciting year. I hope next year holds all good things for you too. X

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  2. Simple Living23 December 2017 at 10:47

    Your island is absolutely lovely, have a fantastic Christmas. xx

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  3. Henny Penny23 December 2017 at 12:24

    The shop windows are so pretty, and look old fashioned. Merry Christmas to you and your husband!

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  4. Jo23 December 2017 at 13:03

    The windows look so pretty. Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas.

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  5. Betsy23 December 2017 at 13:22

    Thank you so much for the pictures. The lobster pots looked very festive and the shop windows reminded me of the shops of my childhood. I wish you and your family a very Happy Christmas my friend. I’m also looking forward to a new year filled with adventures.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  6. Meredith23 December 2017 at 13:23

    Your town looks wonderfully festive. Enjoy your time together. Merry Christmas.

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  7. Sheila23 December 2017 at 13:48

    Loved seeing the photos of your town all decked out for Christmas. It looks very pretty.
    So nice to think of you both snuggling up in your cosy little cottage after a mad dash in the wind and rain.
    Have a wonderful Christmas.
    Hugs-x-

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  8. Lorrie23 December 2017 at 16:28

    I enjoyed seeing photos of your town very much. Such pretty window displays. Merry Christmas, and a very Happy New Year.

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  9. Teresa Kasner23 December 2017 at 16:35

    Wow.. your little town sure does put out the gorgeous window displays! I wish I lived in a town like that. You're very lucky. Enjoy your cozy cottage and all your wonderful memories that you've made this year. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  10. Sharon23 December 2017 at 17:58

    Lovely window displays. Happy Christmas to you and your family.

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  11. The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen23 December 2017 at 17:59

    Your village has very pretty window displays. The lobster pots under the tree are charming and very clever for your area. I do hope you have a wonderful Christmas! ♥

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  12. krishna23 December 2017 at 18:00

    Love the shop windows.. Wish you a Merry Christmas..

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  13. Michele M./ Finch Rest23 December 2017 at 18:36

    What charming window displays, Lorraine. I would LOVE to go into that tea shoppe with you.

    Yum, lobster sounds so good right now - as does cosy jammies and holiday movie viewing.

    Happy Christmas and may your new year be blessed.

    Hugs.

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  14. Granny Marigold23 December 2017 at 18:48

    Your local shops are very festive-looking. Sorry the weather was rotten.
    Have a wonderful Christmas!!

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  15. Gattina24 December 2017 at 00:45

    Beautiful decorations !

    Merry Christmas to you !!

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  16. Crimson Kettle24 December 2017 at 00:55

    Merry Christmas 😊

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  17. Linda P24 December 2017 at 01:06

    Thank you for sharing the decorated shop windows in your local area. You have a wonderful selection of shops that give you a variety of services. I love the craft shop and I expect you do to! Thank you for all that you have shared with us in 2017. Wishing you a very blessed Christmas, Linda x

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  18. Rosie24 December 2017 at 01:07

    Such pretty and festive shop windows. Have a wonderful Christmas:)

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  19. Kim24 December 2017 at 04:43

    Oh what a pretty town! May you and yours have a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year!

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  20. Anonymous24 December 2017 at 08:25

    Nice pictures dear!! :))
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  21. thrift deluxe24 December 2017 at 10:36

    Lovely pictures, looks like everywhere is exuding charm and festive spirit. A very Merry Christmas to you.

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  22. Jo24 December 2017 at 11:33

    Happy Christmas! Your tree looks lovely. Love from Jo xxx

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  23. Pensive Pensioner24 December 2017 at 11:44

    Have a wonderful Christmas x

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  24. Grandmabeckyl.blogspot24 December 2017 at 14:50

    I like the lobster pots around the tree. Oh a nice tea and coffee merchant store!I'd love shop there and drink there too? I had a really tasty black tea with lunch with our family today at a restaurant. Loose leaf tea even and cheaper than iced tea or soda. We'll be watching a movie later on. Merry Christmas to you and Gerard. Hugs and blessings across the waves!

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  25. Janice25 December 2017 at 09:25

    Have a very merry Christmas!!

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  26. Maria26 December 2017 at 02:33

    I do so love those window displays and the lobster pots were a lovely touch around the base of that big tree. I can just imagine how cold it must be though compared to sunny/hot Queensland where I live. Also just popping in to thank you for your comment on my blog; yes the sheet music fabric in my secret santa gift was just a perfect background. I've never seen fabric like that, but then again, I've never looked for it! lol

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  27. handmade by amalia26 December 2017 at 03:40

    Oh, lovely. I hope you're making the most of this time of year. Happy Holidays.
    Amalia
    xo

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  28. karen26 December 2017 at 10:46

    Merry Christmas!! I do enjoy visiting your space and reading about your life adventures :)

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  29. Beatrice P. Boyd26 December 2017 at 17:36

    Happy after Christmas to you, Lorraine.
    It was great fun reading and looking at all the photos from your adventures. I also know what you mean about not blogging as mine has been sporadic in recent weeks. We were "on the road" for 3 weeks from after Thanksgiving till the week before Christmas. It wasn't a vacation, but an extended road trip that included checking the VA house and getting some minor repairs completed, then learning the closing date would not happen aa expected (extension requested). We saw friends in DC and attended the USAF band holiday concert as well as attending our granddaughter's 1st birthday party in PA. Like you, we were home in time to set up our holiday decos a few days before Christmas and then to spend the holiday in our own place (first time in several years) and that was great!

    Thanks for all the wonderful posts about your travels and spending time with family. I hope that the coming new year holds wonderful surprises in store (all good).

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  30. Nancy Chan26 December 2017 at 21:25

    Merry Christmas and Happy new year! Beautiful Christmas decorations!

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  31. Jodiebodie26 December 2017 at 22:16

    They are so beautiful, those shopfront windows - so much thought and effort. I cannot choose a favourite. It is so nice that you share part of your life online so we can see what it is like to have Christmas in your part of the world.
    I hope your day was wonderful. All the best xx

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  32. Iris27 December 2017 at 01:44

    Hope you had a lovely Christmas! xx

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  33. Polly27 December 2017 at 10:17

    The decorated windows are lovely. I hope you had a good Christmas x

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  34. ~Lavender Dreamer~27 December 2017 at 12:48

    I love seeing the shop windows..all so gorgeous! Happy holidays!

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  35. Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie27 December 2017 at 19:19

    Wonderful photos of the sweet little town - hope you had a lovely Christmas and wishing you the very best New Year ahead! xx Karen

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  36. Betsy27 December 2017 at 23:07

    Charming town. I love window shopping, especially at Christmas when they are decorated as sweet as the ones you have shared. Happy Christmas Season. Betsy

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  37. Patsy2 January 2018 at 15:18

    Loved seeing the windows, as I didn't get out much this year. Besides, our mall just doesn't do as much as prior years.

    We're having record low temperatures here in the US, and it's putting a cramp in our style.

    Glad you're home. Missed your posts and jaunts around the island.

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