I like Christmas Eve when the log burner is going, there is some great music on TV, and the jobs are done and dusted. Hopefully my wildlife will be discouraged from setting up home in my outhouse, but I suspect that what I have done will be only temporary. The lights are twinkling away alongside the house for any passers by to see and get in the spirit, Despite the moans and groans in the country, estimates show that shoppers have been out in force, and more money has been spent than last year on food, wine and presents. There is a spirit of goodwill to people that you meet, and no one seems greatly stressed, although someone did tell me that parking at the large supermarket today was a nightmare. So feet up for a while, and this bottle of Merlot is very relaxing. Enjoy your evening.




