Yes, it’s middle of November and I suddenly “wake up” to the fact that Christmas will be fast approaching. What HAVE I been doing? Oh boy! So glad I managed to get my tree up!
There is still Christmas shopping to do but so little time to do it. Oh boy! I blink and the first ten months have flown by…. Slow down!
It was a roller-coaster day. I had to make a decision which had been disturbing me. Once the decision was made, I experienced a mini upheaval of emotions before settling down and being focused. So glad I finally managed to do so!
The best part was going home, feeling relieved and not drained! Despite leaving the office late, I was energised. In fact, I felt fresh and got to put up my Christmas tree with Arrow #3. Finally!
I like it!
I am still in a holiday mood. So much so that I haven’t removed the decorations.
Under our tree for the past few years, we have the same decoration. Burlap.
I am so into burlap. Doesn’t it look just right? I plan to add to my collection. I already have a lovely bag which could be a stocking…. Now all I need is just a burlap runner to complete the look!
One thing we used to do.
One thing I have missed doing.
Having one child on the piano. Another on the bass guitar. Yet another on the acoustic guitar and one more on the percussion whilst we make music and sing.
This Christmas holiday is special because we didn’t just exchange gifts. We actually played together. For almost an hour.
The piano was backed up by the cajon. The bass was plugged in and going strong. The acoustic could have done with some support being plugged in too, but it was good nonetheless.
We carried on for almost an hour. Then the children changed instruments for a short while…. and then we exchanged gifts.
What a memorable Christmas indeed.
It’s all quiet here after the mad rush from the morning service. We go home to sleep. Then the pickups from airport begin. The two guys come home on separate flights as they leave their separate cities to head home.
Home. That’s such a nice four-letter word.
And now, let the fun begin….
Hee hee
Saw this in the shop and couldn’t resist it.
Don’t you think this one has “attitude”?
“HUMPHHH! It’s THAT time of the year again”
or “Well I don’t know why that little fella should get a gift this Christmas”
Any more ideas?
The church has produced a full-length movie! Running for 5 nights and still on-going as I write this. We are privileged to have such a wonderful cast and crew. So many talents amongst us!
The script for the movie revolves around someone who gets a second chance. One would ask does anyone deserve second chances? If so, who? Should it be this person? Or that character? Challenging moments come up, heart wrenching decisions to be made, tragedies which potentially make or break a person are depicted…..
After viewing the very touching movie, viewers are invited to mingle with the guests. This particular group of children were delighted to be scared by the star!
What a wonderful night it has been! And promises to continue to be so! A must watch if you are in the area!
Whilst on the topic of jewellery last night we also mentioned about custom made ones. That reminded me of a really special one I had….
My grandma once put her jade ear-rings together with a simple diamond and got them re-set into a lovely ring. She gave it to me for my sixteenth birthday. Alas, I didn’t appreciate it until it was stolen during a burglary at our home in London.
Sometimes I still think about re-creating that ring. I am told that some places such as salt lake city jewelers would do special designs and settings for me for a reasonable cost. Maybe I should consult my aunt who lives there and is due for a visit early next year. It won’r reach in time for Christmas but it might just be in time for the Chinese Lunar Year!
I wore my purple amethyst jewellery set to dinner last night. Cast in a lovely white gold to enhance the deep purple and flanked with nicely cut white diamonds, the set consisting of ear-rings, a pendant and a ring was eye-catching to say the least. No, I will not put a photo here in case I attract the wrong attention! At the dinner table, talk turned different coloured diamonds. I never knew there were so many types! I have heard of pink ones, and even blue ones. But I found out that there were chocolate or brown ones too! Someone was talking about how lovely chocolate diamonds are and even went online to show us photos. The wonders of modern technology! Brown ones are lovely too. Hmmm Christmas is coming soon… Must drop more hints!
Are you counting the days to Christmas? I am!
The decorations are going up!
The main highlight for me is to be able to spend time with the whole family. I have taken leave to do so.
I have also got my trusty camera ready. It’s just a simple point-and-shoot, but it’s good. I will make sure I stock up on the batteries. Perhaps I should get some sony camera batteries. They are dependable and long lasting! I don’t want to miss any special moments. Oooo I can hardly wait! My second Arrow tells me that he is counting the days too!
 | Metamor4sis on This Time Five Years Ago |
 | doctorbutterfly on This Time Five Years Ago |
| Metamor4sis on This Time Five Years Ago |
 | Mike on This Time Five Years Ago |
| Mike on Taugeh Tips |
