Saturday 8 December 2018

I Am One Lucky Lady

We didn't make it to town for the tree and light switch on, the storm lasted all day and night.  Such a shame when so many people put so much into these events.  I am not sure if it was cancelled or not but we didn't want to leave our cosy cottage.  I took photos earlier in the week of them putting up the tree and adding the familiar lobster pots around the base.



The postman has had a busy week with the amount of cards and parcels that have dropped though my door.  Technically not accurate as we haven't got a letterbox.  We do have a mail box but the postman leaves our mail on the chair in the porch.  A big thank you to all of those who have sent me little parcels, you know who you are and want to remain anonymous.  I have also had some amazing ecards, they are spectacular.  I have one blogging friend sending me one every day which is so much fun.  I have also had a advent calendar which again gives us so much pleasure.  The generosity of people this time of year never ceases to amaze.  

One parcel that arrived earlier in the week was one that I was able to open and sent for use on my trip.  It consisted of a large bag of Marionberry Hazelnuts, they are delicious and 2 bars of Cranberry Almond with Macadamia Nuts bars which we have packed into our travel bags for a snack on the way.  It will be fun thinking of you Becky when we chomp our way through those delights.  She knows me so well and added a beautiful bag using some stunning fabric and sewing machine buttons.



The inside was lined with sewing needles.  The parcel also contained a towel and 2 lip balms.



Tea bags was the icing on the cake, a selection for me to try.



I am one very lucky lady.

We spent the afternoon at a fund raising event which was so much fun.  An afternoon tea was included in the entrance price which we enjoyed.  There was a couple of games, guess how many sweets in the jar and guess the weight of the plum duff/clootie.  I guessed right and won the enormous fruit pudding.



I cut a slice off the end so that you can see the inside, it is delicious.  It weighed in at 4lb 5ozs.



Friends we were sitting with won a couple of raffle prizes which added to the fun.  A lovely afternoon.  I am just finishing off some head wear in readiness for the Church Nativity and then we are going to sit and relax in front of a Christmas film.  Hope you are all having a wonderful weekend.

See you soon.

43 comments:

  1. Too bad the weather prevented you from attending the tree lighting ceremony.
    The fund raising event must have been a lot of fun--- especially winning that very large fruit pudding!! Over 4 pounds and so full of what must be raisins. My DH would love that!
    And, the assortment of teas will be wonderful
    ( myself, I am not a fan of Rooibos altho' I know lots of people who do like it).

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  2. You are indeed a lucky lady, the gifts are lovely and thoughtful. And wow! That pudding is amazing.
    Such a shame you couldn't make it to e light switch on but I don't blame you, given the weather. X

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  3. In the midst of being cozy in your home I am so glad you are enjoying giving and receiving through the mail as well, and winning a prize when out and about :) Yesterday we closed the sale on our house and I closed the purchase of the condo, both of which I am so grateful to the Lord. For two weeks I have been ill with an irritated stomach not helped by all the stress of this last year and would appreciate prayer to realize healing. May you two have a happy weekend! xx

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  4. It's been a busy day here and I have just got out of a wonderful hot bath. Pj's are on and the dvd player will be revved up shortly.

    This weather has a lot to answer for doesn't it?
    Hugs-x-

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  5. I'm glad you like your pkg! I knew right away who would get that sewing pouch! So pretty and made by a lady who was selling her wares at a Christmas bazaar. Always fun to win a prize. Good guesser!! Have a blessed Christmas season my friend!

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  6. This clootie dumpling looks mouthwatering! You are truly blessed with wonderful friends and a friendly community. Have a lovely Sunday xx

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  7. You had a good day despite the weather!

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  8. Twice we've had events postponed because of bad weather and they prove us a milder than normal winter.

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  9. Just looking at the bread makes me want to learn to bake it correctly this year. Guess I've got one goal now!

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  10. How lovely to receive mail with delicious and pretty things. Much better than bills and advertisements. Staying indoors was probably a very good idea! Enjoy your evening at home.

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  11. At least you were safe in your home whilst the storm was raging, how lovely to receive some lovely gifts, people really are very kind. I have always fancied trying one of those dumplings.

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  12. You are so clever to guess the weight and win the pudding! Lovely gifts from your readers. You must feel as if Christmas arrived early!

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  13. That is a big fruit pudding. It looks good! Congratulations on winning. That must have been a bad storm. I'm sorry you missed the festivities in town.

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  14. Well done on the win! That pudding sure looks delicious. Continue to stay warm and cozy in your sweet cottage. ♥

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  15. How wonderful that Christmas has come early to your cottage. Congratulations on the oh-so-delicious looking fruit pudding. I really could use a nice slice of it right now! :~)

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  16. Never had a pudding such as the one you won. Looks delicious!
    Some wonderful gifts you have received.
    Warm Wishes
    Betsy

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  17. Lovely gifts! I'm glad you were able to stay safe and cosy.

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  18. I'm not surprised you were showered with gifts as you are a wonderful woman, friend and blogger! You're an inspiration with as much as you do for your family and friends.
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    *H*A*P*P*Y* * *H*O*L*I*D*A*Y*S*!*!*!*
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    ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  19. Lovely gifts for a talented and generous woman !
    Have a cozy week !
    Anna

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  20. I've just been catching up. I hope your weather is calmer today and that you have been cosy and warm. x

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  21. It's such a shame when an event has to be cancelled due to the weather, so much planning goes into them, it's so disheartening. What a thoughtful gift you received, I'm sure everything will be put to very good use.

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  22. You are definitely one lucky lady. Surprise mail is the best too.

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  23. Blessed...you are! And a good guesser! Bummer about the tree-lighting ceremony, but you will surely get to see it at some point during the season. Enjoy the movie!

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  24. How wonderful winning the clootie made up for missing the lights being switched on:)

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  25. Looks delicious, and I 've read back on your blog and such beautiful makes and delicious sweeties too.. you're so crafty!

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  26. For me Christmas preparations will start when I am back from Egypt ! This year I have to put up a tree because grandson is coming with his parents, the other years we went to Amsterdam. Now we have to look after the tree, because I don't remember where we put it, it's a fake one because of our 3 cats !

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  27. Too bad the weather spoiled your tree lighting fun. But you did go elsewhere.

    And got lovely presents.

    And yummmmmmmm........

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  28. wowwwww veramente una bellissima sorpresa :)
    un abbraccio e grazie per essere passata a trovarmi <3

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  29. Oh how lovely! What ice little treats :-) Enjoy the rest of your day!

    Blessings,
    Jill

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  30. you are a lucky lady! Seems to me you've been having stormy weather for quite some time, maybe it'll end soon!

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  31. Luck was with you! The little sewing bag is lovely and the fruit pudding looks delicious! Enjoy!

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  32. I always enjoy browsing through your blog- always uplifting and encouraging. A ray of sunshine in the dreary days. Thank you.

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  33. Seems like you are being well and truly pampered this Christmas.

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  34. Hope you will still get to see the lighted up tree when the weather is much better. What a wonderful Christmas gift. You are blessed and get to enjoy such a big pudding! Keep warm and stay safe!

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  35. Congratulations! Τhat Christmas has come early with lovely gifts for you!!!Have a lovely week!!!

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  36. You have had some lovely things. That is a corker of a pudding! Jo x

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  37. what a lovely package and what a great idea sending a card a day..

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  38. It is very nice to be remembered not only during the holidays but through the year. And what a lovely gift package you received from Becky - things which will be useful and enjoyed.

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  39. Thank you for all of your photographs.
    You've certainly received some lovely things.
    The pudding looks delicious.

    All the best Jan

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