Christmas Eve ....the best card.....


I've pottered today
I think most people are busy pottering today.

The dogs and I walked down the old railway track and Winnie in pure devilment stood like a stranded  passenger liner mid path as thirty or so professional types on their speed bikes biked hard towards her
I am sure she enjoyed causing the strange gridlock as they all had to stop just for her and stood blowing kisses as the hard bummed Lycra bodies wobbled dangerously as sport shoes tip toed on the pathway.

I bought and wrapped my gifts, all in plain paper and string, dropped off parcles to trendy Carol and Animal Helper Pat. 
The hospice called and asked if I could go in tonight to cover sickness
I could hear staff singing in the background

I'm Emailing  letters to friends this afternoon....and will snooze in my armchair afterwards
Caroles from Kings
Mrs Trellis' Christmas cake with a slice of good cheddar

The cottage is nose to nipple with Christmas Cards, the Christmas lights are cheerful
The runner up in the competition is Heather Espley 's shining
But the Christmas Card winner is "Carol's" simple fabric card!



Have a peaceful Christmas Eve my dear friends


62 comments:

  1. a very merry xmas to you too john!

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  2. Merry Christmas and a very contented new year! -Jenn

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  3. CONGRATS to the lucky winners! I'd hoped my "unusual/bizarre rat card" would win - But instead, I'll have to make a donation to my favorite charity myself, which is of course, just fine.

    Merry Christmas to you John - And I'm cheering you on for all the best in 2020!!

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    1. Oh, and I love the Scottie gift bag in the background in your picture!

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    2. I've made a donation to Samaritans xxxx

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    3. You are truly an example to follow in your giving and your compassion. Again, Merry Christmas, kind friend!

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  4. That is a beautiful card - gives me ideas for next year.

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  5. If you go in tonight then you won't be there on Christmas Day. A bit of a shame as it would be nice on Christmas Day. Anyway, I like card of fabric. It is a good one. RXxx

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  6. Merry Christmas, John! And of course, to all the animals too.

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  7. You probably didn't even get my card yet. Lovely decorations. A Happy Yuletide to all in the cottage....and peaceful tidings.

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  8. Can't beat a slice of cheddar with Christmas cake. Hope it's a quiet night shift for you and that you're able to enjoy your day tomorrow. Happy Christmas John x

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  9. Anonymous2:34 pm

    Merry Christmas to you and all the readers.
    KJ

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  10. countrygal2:41 pm

    Have a good Christmas John, and to the beautiful pets, and also to all readers here. I am so hoping that 2020 will be a very different year for you as you deserve it. xx

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  11. And to you too my friend. And also to the all the 4 legged creatures in the cottage.

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  12. Happy Christmas Eve to you and yours.

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  13. Merry Christmas to you and the animals. Enjoy!

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  14. Wishing you a very merry Christmas and a New Year full of good health, peace and happiness. Love Ro xxx

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  15. Happy Christmas to you and yours and to all in Trelawnyd whom we've gotten to know from your lovely writing.

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  16. Happy Christmas x

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  17. Merry Christmas John and a Happy New year x

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  18. Happy Christmas John. x

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  19. Thank you, John. May your Christmas be as merry as the one you've given me.

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  20. Happy Christmas John.

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  21. Very best wishes to you and yours, JayGee - from me and mine.

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  22. Listening to nine lessons and carols from Kings, thinking of you and wishing you well.

    LX

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  23. Merry Christmas to you and your fur babies xx

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  24. Merry Christmas to you Sir and your furs.Raise a glass to the past then one to the future.

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  25. Merry Christmas John. Enjoy your wonderful furry family, your lovely home and your loving town that has become your larger family. xxx

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  26. Heather4:03 pm

    Happy Christmas John

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  27. Merry Christmas John! May 2020 exceed all your hopes and expectations! xx

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  28. Merry Christmas dearheart.
    Hugs,
    ~Jo
    x

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  29. Love Carol's card, beautiful and I saw the Scotty Gift Bagag !
    Have a merry Christmas, I am wrapping gifts today with Christmas music playing and all the Christmas lights on. It is raining today we need it and snow in the mountains.
    Merry Christmas dear blog friend !
    gayle xx

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  30. I'm a little proud of you for bringing so much holiday cheer into your home on such a difficult year. Like the song says, "I will survive!"...and thrive. Happy Christmas John.

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  31. Tweetart5:11 pm

    Merry Christmas and the happiest of New Years to you John, I’ve donated to Hearing Dogs for the Deaf instead of sending cards but thank you for yours x

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  32. Sincere wishes for a warm and cosy Christmas to you, the girls and your friends in the village.

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  33. A very Merry Christmas to you and all your readers.

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  34. Merry Christmas dear John x

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  35. Happy Merry Christmas to you and your furry babies. xo

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  36. Yorkshire Liz5:57 pm

    And to you, my lovely friend. A year ends, a corner turned. Onwards and upwards!

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  37. Barbara Anne6:12 pm

    Wishing you and family a Merry Christmas and much joy in the New Year.

    I'll be here every day reading your wonderful writings from your cottage in Trelawnyd.

    Hugs!

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  38. Happy Christmas to John and all your little helpers, wishing you lots of good times and Aroha from our house to yours.

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  39. Merry Merry Christmas to you! And Carole, that card is wonderful!!

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  40. Wishing you peace and contentment in the coming year, John.
    Sending love your way!
    Elizabeth

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  41. Merry Christmas Mr Gray!Best wishes to you and all in Trelawnyd for the New Year.Janine

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  42. Merry Christmas John and to all the lovely people in the comment section, lovely card Carol.

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  43. Happy Christmas John to you ,your gorgeous pets and all the best for a happy life ahead in 2020.What a lovely man you are going into work at the hospice tonight. Love from Cornwall xx

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  44. Have a peace filled Christmas, John.

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  45. it was loverly to speak with you on the phone today; have a relaxing day with the doggie girls tomorrow!

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  46. Anonymous10:10 pm

    Merry Christmas. Hoping for a better year for you to come.

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  47. Merry Christmas to you, the girls and Albert. It is kind of you to cover the extra shift.

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  48. Have a lovely Christmas, and best wishes for 2020 x

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  49. Happy Christmas John and to your lovely gang-and also all your friends here xx

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  50. Wishing you a restful Christmas Day.

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  51. Merry Christmas to you John and your four leggers

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  52. Merry Christmas John from snowy Alberta, Canada!

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