Category Archives: Christmas decorations

grumpy santa’s golden balls….

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Food,Photography & France

Being that we are, if not renowned, at least known for our minimalist Christmas decorations which, were it not for our grandchildren could easily descend to many degrees below minimal, you can imagine my surprise when I was, this very … Continue reading →

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All you need is love…..

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Food,Photography & France

…not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. As the inside temperature of the house, this morning, was a crisp 9°C it was no wonder that nothing was stirring, it was more of a wonder that anything was still … Continue reading →

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Gold,Frankincense and what the f…k is that….

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Food,Photography & France

Glacé cherries and Christmas decorations have something in common apart from looking cheap and cheerful. Their communion is that they both offer much more than they can ever deliver in that they depend on a thin veneer of cosmetic attraction … Continue reading →

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