Window-dressing . . .
I used to be unreservedly grumpy about all those signs of Christmas that appeared as soon as we passed Halloween. Now, of course, they begin even earlier — this year I saw trees being decorated…
View PostI used to be unreservedly grumpy about all those signs of Christmas that appeared as soon as we passed Halloween. Now, of course, they begin even earlier — this year I saw trees being decorated…
View PostMy first knitting FO (finished object) of the New Year, waaaaay behind Jillian over at Sknitty. I actually had this finished by January 5th or 6th but had to wait to show it here because…
View PostOur Christmas giving has become much more streamlined over the past few years, but I still fuss quite a bit over what to get our kids. While I want my gift to be appreciated and…
View PostOne of my favourite aspects of this Christmas was noting what thoughtful giftgivers I’ve raised. I’m not saying this is necessarily my doing, nor am I pleased because I’m getting good stuff (although I hope…
View PostA few days before Christmas, as we were trying to make all the arrangements necessary to leave the house and head to Vancouver, Pater walked into my office where I was checking ferry schedules on…
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