We had an early Christmas get together with the English Side of the family tree. Mah Mah has gone full out to make this a special day with goodies and treats galore for everyone. The only downside is that lurgies have reduced our numbers by four, and they are dearly missed. As usual with these events eyes are bigger than tummies, there’s always someone who falls asleep on the couch (!) and we managed to squeeze in a stroll to Knole to try to alleviate the guilt of that extra handful of cheese balls, half a dozen mini sausage rolls and one too many chocolate crackles. Eat. Drink. Be merry.

Preparing the prize pony

Getting out the china

Rocking the snowman outfit

Calm before the storm, Sunday best

Laying the table for lunch

Putting out the snacks

Whirlwind of activity

Sunday roast with the most

Digging in

Getting in on the action

Sideshow Sam declared he doesn’t like babies…I’m not sure that’s entirely true

Pudding madness

Family fun and uncontrollable giggles

Waiting for the wind to change

Early Christmas present

Awesome play tent…

…but how the hell does it fold up again?!

Sugar high kicking in

YouTube fest and cups of tea

Sausage roll heaven

You won’t go hungry in this house!

The day would not be complete without a Christmas wedgie
Yesterday’s post: Prize Pony Continued
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