It’s almost Christmas, woo hoo. Isn’t it exciting? We have a birthday just before it too, so it’s double the celebrations. Are you ready for the big day? Since we spoke last week in weekly post I have been off work. My plan was to get organised, finish the shopping, wrap, write and post cards, etc. Throw in a few Hallmark Christmas movies, my week was planned. Well… it didn’t go quite to plan.
Last weekend was Robert and I work Christmas night out. With working together it means we were both there and I took the opportunity to get a rare photo of us both. We were at a wee restaurant close by work which was handy. Good food and it was a nice wee night. Robert’s parents watched the kids over night which made an extra nice wee break. We picked them up on the Sunday morning before we headed to meet some friends to go and see Santa Claus on the Falkirk Wheel. If you’ve not been there I’d recommend visiting, especially the Kelpies. The kids made some cookies before we went onto the Falkirk Wheel boats. You can see with the boys faces, even they had a good time. On board there was singing, dancing, elves mischief and meeting the big red and white man, known as Santa. Fabulous book gifts were given out and there were many smiles before we disembarked. We did a treasure hunt and us adults had some mulled wine before we headed for some dinner in the evening. I think Aria’s face all lit up, filled with Christmas wonder says it all. I just love that photo. And the face paint.
No work for me on Monday, but Aria and Tyler weren’t well and ended up both off school. There went my first day of plans to wrap and see what gifts I needed. Movies, snuggles and colouring in instead. Tuesday saw the kids feeling a little better so they went back to school and Tyler had his school Christmas party. I got stuck into the wrapping and listened to Christmas tunes.
Wednesday was Aria’s Christmas party at school. She looked very cute in her party dress. It’s such a hectic and busy time at school isn’t it? I did some shopping.
They don’t seem to have the same level of Christmas activities as they do Primary at High. School so they? This is my first year of high school experience and it’s very different. There has been Christmas jumper day and Golden ticket fun day. Thursday, I had a bunch of stuff to catch up on and wasn’t feeling great migraine wise. Plus, some work stuff and blog stuff. Lots of work calls and emails, next week I’m looking forward to them being shut. I didn’t quite finish it all, but I could only do what I could do. Thursday evening resulted in a screaming Aria with ear pain. She has an ear infection wee soul. She’s never had one before. It was heartbreaking to watch. She’s still not great, but on the mend thank goodness.
Friday was a bit of a washout. I had a poorly Aria on my knee. Tyler was off to school excited for the last day as was Lucas.
Now I’ve not sent a card, I’ll be doing e-cards this year. However, the gifts are done and Lucas birthday gifts are bought. I still can’t believe my Christmas Eve baby is going to be 12. My blog is behind, and lots of other bits, but I’ll get there. Onwards and upwards.
My plan is to go to my Dad’s graveside and visit to a few other family members gravesides today, Saturday and a visit to the wee old guy I visit, then chill until Lucas birthday celebrations.
What are your plans for weekend? I also wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas if I don’t speak to you before.
All sounds very exciting, hoping you were feeling better for your night out and that Aria is well for Christmas. Merry Christmas to you all xx
I keep planning on all the Christmas cards and goodies and visiting but I’m lucky I got decorations up. Visiting a gravesite is a nice thing to do this time of year. I love the reindeer makeup.
May not have gone to plan, but it does sound like a more relaxing weekend. Love the image of Aria at the top. You have a great Christmas with you and your loved ones too Susan.
Poor Aria! I hope she feels better in time for Christmas. She always looks cute in photos, but I think that one with the reindeer facepaint is my favourite photo of her ever.
I hope Lucas has a lovely birthday. Merry Christmas to you all. x
Aria is so cute in that little dress – hope everyone is well and happy on Christmas day! #mysundayphoto
What a gorgeous reindeer! Looks like Christmas is in full swing at yours – enjoy!
Aria’s face is a picture, hope you all have an amazing christmas 🙂
Love the picture of Aria with her face paint on and I’m glad you got a lovely evening out, you looked lovely (as always)
Merry Christmas xx
Gorgeous photos full of wonder, I love Arias painted eyebrows. I’m sorry the week didn’t turn out as planned, My plans where scuppered when the girl’s school had a leaking roof and they ended up having an extra week off school! The Little Man has had so much fun at his primary school. Poor Aria with an ear infection, they are horrid. I hope she’s feeling better now.
Big birthday wishes to your big boy, I hope he has a great day. And I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas (and the migraines give you a well deserved break.)
Merry Christmas xx
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What a wonderful collection of happy Christmas photos. Wish you and the family a brilliant Christmas.
Have a very Merry Christmas and thank you for linking up to #MySundayPhoto
Love that first shot – magic #mySundayphoto
that first picture is simply stunning.
Oh no at two of them not being well and messing your plans up.
Secondary school does different things but Fifi seems to enjoy what they do.
I was really last minute with cards, planned to only send to godparents, old family friends, but ended up still sending as many as usual.
Love that photo of Aria the reindeer. So cute.
Hope it was a good Christmas
I think it is a shame that secondary schools don’t have as much Christmas spirit about them as other schools and indeed workplaces. My daughter was furious she couldn’t finish at lunchtime like she did last year!
What a lovely photo of your daughter #MySundayPhoto
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Thank you x
OH i do hope Aria was feeling better for Christmas. I loved her unicorn outfit. I found the lack of Christmas activities this year quite sad. My little did not want to go to his schools Christmas treasure hunt and couldn’t be convinced. The eldest had a silent disco and casino at his school and loved it. He was relieved he didn’t miss it as he broke his arm the day before! I hope you are feeling well and had a great Christmas. Keep up the great work on the book and thanks again for your encouragement with mine. #PointShoot