We spent Christmas Day with Mike's sister and family, their first Christmas in their new home. Mum was invited but declined. Sad yes, she still can't face spending Christmas with family and friends. I know that dad would have wanted us to continue to enjoy Christmas so I aim to do just that, because that's what he would want.
It was lovely being surrounded by Mike's family. Plus my brother-in-law's parents were there also. We had a lovely lunch of turkey and ham and all the trimmings. And the most magnificent plum pudding. Now I'm not a fan of plum puddings, not at all. I will have a serving just to be polite. But honestly this was so good, I went back for seconds! Apparently it was a recipe that was in a book by Susan Duncan. No idea which book. But I *have* to get this recipe. Even Mike had 2 helpings and he doesn't like cooked fruit AT ALL.
It was lovely being surrounded by Mike's family. Plus my brother-in-law's parents were there also. We had a lovely lunch of turkey and ham and all the trimmings. And the most magnificent plum pudding. Now I'm not a fan of plum puddings, not at all. I will have a serving just to be polite. But honestly this was so good, I went back for seconds! Apparently it was a recipe that was in a book by Susan Duncan. No idea which book. But I *have* to get this recipe. Even Mike had 2 helpings and he doesn't like cooked fruit AT ALL.
Probably the only serious photo of the day
Then funny faces started to emerge
Even bah humbug faces, does that hat suit him to a tee or what?
Shocked faces, brother-in-law cooking the prawns, caught in the kitchen.
Beautiful faces from Tilly the dog.
Strange Uncle Mike faces.
Funny grandpa stances
Yay, another normal photo!
Grandparent photos with my niece and nephew.
Brother-in-law's father, looking right pleased with the santa shortbread we gave him.
Master Sean quite pleased with the day.
Miss Jessica with her balance bird, very clever.
More grandparent shots with the children.
Unwrapping gifts.
Larry the bird even joined in.
Then afterwards we went to see my mum on the way home, so Mike made sure we got a photo there too. I like these two.
So tired by the time we got home, and then we got to do it all over again on Boxing Day, Mike's kids came for dinner, but will show those photos another day, once I finally get them off the camera!
4 comments:
I'm not overly fond of plum pudding either so maybe you will need to share the recipe when you get it!! Love all the photos, some more memories made!
Glad you had a wonderful Christmas. So sad for your mum; being around children might have cheered her a little!
Merry Christmas Carol. Your photos radiate so much fun and love. x
looks like you guys had a great day, I love that I can share your Australian festivities vicariously through your blog Carol! Lovely pic of you and your Mum, I'm sure she was over the moon when you and Mike visited on the way home, I'm sure she will be able to join in the festivities next year, it just takes time. X
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