Tag Archives: Christmas

All I want for Christmas is…

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Learning the hard way

I had a bit of a ‘Falling Down’ moment this week. Fortunately for all concerned, our restrictive gun licensing laws prevented my fossicking around for the pink 5 Round 38 Special Smith & Wesson in my hand bag. The weeks … Continue reading →

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Christmas roundup The Hard Way

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Learning the hard way

I haven’t felt particularly Christmassy this year. There seems to be a combination of possible reasons for this. D2 is still blissfully happy in the backwoods of Massachusetts and making noises about the possibility of future permanent residency. D1 heads … Continue reading →

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Christmas wrap up

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Learning the hard way

I can say it now, as the fireworks haze has cleared and we are contemplating the blank page of a brand new year, I’m really not such a big wrap for Christmas. It was Christmas Eve and we had suffered … Continue reading →

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My diamond days are over.

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Learning the hard way

Turns out diamonds are not my best friend. I was recently charged with the task of merchandising a selection of diamond rings, bangles and earrings; a fiddly job that gave me new appreciation for my opposable thumbs. Surreptitiously slipping on … Continue reading →

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But once a year…

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Learning the hard way

It’s official – I’ve lost my Christmas mojo. This was the weekend to erect the tree and hang the wreath announcing to the world just how damn festive you are with your syncopated fairy lights flashing madly in the window. … Continue reading →

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