COLD DARK ROOM

[CarolM]

Ok just come back from Christmas shopping. Every year I always say that I never want to do that again and every year I do it. It is absolutely packed and totally crazy in the shops. And we still have 3 more pressies to get. Sigh....so over the Christmas shopping already.

Do any of you actually enjoy Christmas shopping?

 

[Yvonne G]

Do any of you actually enjoy Christmas shopping?

I'm pretty sure my daughter does. She shops throughout the year and is still at it right before Christmas. On black Friday she and her husband are up before dawn and off to the sales.

 

[CarolM]

I'm pretty sure my daughter does. She shops throughout the year and is still at it right before Christmas. On black Friday she and her husband are up before dawn and off to the sales.

We had a black friday not so long ago, I did not go (I stay clear of the shops then) but I heard people were queuing at 00.01 already. I don't like it when the shops are crazy packed. Manners and common courtesy always seem to dissapear.

 

[CarolM]

We had a black friday not so long ago, I did not go (I stay clear of the shops then) but I heard people were queuing at 00.01 already. I don't like it when the shops are crazy packed. Manners and common courtesy always seem to dissapear.

Lol no wonder I like tortoises they are so cool and calm.

 

[Yvonne G]

We had a black friday not so long ago, I did not go (I stay clear of the shops then) but I heard people were queuing at 00.01 already. I don't like it when the shops are crazy packed. Manners and common courtesy always seem to dissapear.

I should qualify my statement by telling you her grandkids are 2 and 1 - easy and a pleasure to buy for.

 

[CarolM]

I should qualify my statement by telling you her grandkids are 2 and 1 - easy and a pleasure to buy for.

Yes they are. My nephews and nieces range from 4 to 14. I only have sons so when the nieces Moms say they like barbie or barbie's sister. Or a bikini but it must yellow or that style I have no clue what they are talking about. Boys generally want lego or super heroes. Easy. Girls I struggle with. The shops also have so much stuff for girls I never know what to get.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I know. The Masterpieces of the CDR! We could kick off an exhibition. (Good it’s too dark in here to see them, right?)
Morning, Adam!

The Dark can be of benefit at times.
We can still charge, though.
It's 'an experience'.

 

[Yvonne G]

I'm so glad I'm past that stage in life. I'm old enough that everyone just expects either gift cards or cash from me. And I buy my gift cards online so no more shopping for me. I do buy actual gifts for my son and daughter and their kids, but I shop for them online too. This year I thought I'd try Omaha Steaks for my son and daughter. I was able to buy a really nice assortment of different steaks and chops for around $50 each gift. Hopefully its good quality.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I wish.....my last 40 hours of Annual Holidsy Leave to "use up or lose " by the end of the calendar year. I'll post some pix of where we are off to for a warmer adventure. I'll be back to work on Boxing day for a short week. Happy holiday greetings to you and the CDR....

Just spotted a nice red headed woodpecker who is usually the first in the AM to visit the suet feeder.

Nice.
And Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and a Jolly New Year to you and yours,too, mate!

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Ah Shame. Well I hope you have a fantastic day at work.

Just a couple of students today.
They come to my home to study, so it's not too bad, really.
Only four hours today and four more tomorrow, so plenty of time to do the other stuff that needs to be done.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Do any of you actually enjoy Christmas shopping?

Actually, I love shopping for anything here in the ancient medina, but going to the big swanky boutiques, chain stores and supermarkets in the New Town, no, I hate it.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I should qualify my statement by telling you her grandkids are 2 and 1 - easy and a pleasure to buy for.

That'll soon change!

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I'm so glad I'm past that stage in life. I'm old enough that everyone just expects either gift cards or cash from me. And I buy my gift cards online so no more shopping for me. I do buy actual gifts for my son and daughter and their kids, but I shop for them online too. This year I thought I'd try Omaha Steaks for my son and daughter. I was able to buy a really nice assortment of different steaks and chops for around $50 each gift. Hopefully its good quality.

And seeds, Yvonne, you send seeds.
Much appreciated, too.

 

[AZtortMom]

Morning roommates
Busy day today.
I have a couple work meetings and then going to see the nutcracker with a couple of girlfriends yay!!
Will post pictures!
BTW, Shelly is exhausted. She won’t even acknowledge me as I opened her box this morning

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I received my card from Linda today, as well as one for Zak.
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love the pics, love poor Joe, though with a twinge of sadness.
Thanks, @JoesMum

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Morning roommates
Busy day today.
I have a couple work meetings and then going to see the nutcracker with a couple of girlfriends yay!!
Will post pictures!
BTW, Shelly is exhausted. She won’t even acknowledge me as I opened her box this morning

Silly tort!
Good morning, Noel!
Love "The Nutcracker" Enjoy and looking forward to the piccies.

 

[CarolM]

I'm so glad I'm past that stage in life. I'm old enough that everyone just expects either gift cards or cash from me. And I buy my gift cards online so no more shopping for me. I do buy actual gifts for my son and daughter and their kids, but I shop for them online too. This year I thought I'd try Omaha Steaks for my son and daughter. I was able to buy a really nice assortment of different steaks and chops for around $50 each gift. Hopefully its good quality.

How awesome. I am so tempted to also give cash. At least then the person getting the gift can actually get something that they want. Might just do that next year.

 

[CarolM]

Just a couple of students today.
They come to my home to study, so it's not too bad, really.
Only four hours today and four more tomorrow, so plenty of time to do the other stuff that needs to be done.

That is so nice.

 

[JSWallace]

Do any of you actually enjoy Christmas shopping?

Hi Carol, hello everybody. I enjoy Christmas shopping!! Although I try and avoid the big shopping centres and use local independent shops, local craft makers/ artists etc. I am Christmas baking at the moment, have done gingerbread muffins and have frangipane mince pies in the oven.
Tonight I am going to Derby cathedral to hear Handels Messiah, a Christmas tradition that I love ( although it is actually Easter music)

 

[Maro2Bear]

Just a couple of students today.
They come to my home to study, so it's not too bad, really.
Only four hours today and four more tomorrow, so plenty of time to do the other stuff that needs to be done.

I dont recall.....students of cheese, students of arabic....of english?