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THE YEAR is almost at an end. Yet another 12 months in the bag. December is all about indulgence and being
festive, is it not? Enjoying a little
bit more than usual without feeling guilty.
When I was younger it was all about making sure I had a couple of new
things to wear over Christmas. It’s been
a few years since I indulged that way but I still like to collect a few bits
and pieces. I’ve listed some of those
down below. Some are old and there might
be a new favourite as well.
The Make-up Favourites
Catrice Photo Finish Foundation: We all want flawless skin minus the shine and
I think I have stumbled upon one of the best recession friendly foundations out
there that delivers. A little tip for you: make sure both your
moisturiser and foundation do not
contain SPF if you want a nice shine free face in photographs. It is the flash reflecting off your make-up
that creates this look in pictures even though you look matt in reality. This foundation offers decent but not sticky
or heavy coverage and will hold up during photographic opportunities.
The Food & Drink
Favourites
Mulled Wine: In keeping with the festive theme, what can
be more so than mulled wine; sweet, gorgeous ruby warming liquid. This stuff is the bee’s knees. Perfect for December and the season that’s in
it. My sister Gina served this at
her Posh Wine and Cheese Reception and it went down a treat.
Mince Pies: It
took quite a few years for my palate to warm to these. But now?
Oh boy. Slightly warmed with a
dollop of cream and I am purring. In the
run up to Christmas I was known to enjoy one for my breakfast. Maybe I should learn how to make them
myself. But that’s not the same as
having one handed to you, now is it?
The Health Favourites
Maximol: I mentioned this previously in 2014. It was used with great success to rid two
little feet of verrucas. Now that
another one has appeared on another boy, the Maximol is back. It is also an excellent all round pick me up
tonic and who doesn’t need one of those in the winter months.
Running: Any kind of exercise is good for the
heart and mind. My choice of accelerated
heart rate is to put on some runners and go for a run. I took quite a long break this winter (almost
four months. I know. Don’t tell anyone!) but I got back into it
over the Christmas break. Gently does it
but it feels great and now that spring is just around the corner, bringing with
her, longer evenings, I can get out regularly.
The Book Favourites
My Side of the
Mountain by Jean Craighead George: I
read this years ago, loved it and
have no idea where it went. Currently my
almost 9 year old is deeply into his adventure stories and this book chronicles
one mad adventure. To borrow the blurb
from amazon: “Terribly
unhappy in his family's crowded New York City apartment, Sam Gribley runs away
to the solitude-and danger-of the mountains, where he finds a side of himself
he never knew.” A lovely tale of how one
boy lived wild for a year, clothing and feeding himself from the land. Santy brought this book but I met the postman
at the door and read it again.
The Feel Good Factor
The kindness of
others. It being so close to
Christmas and all brings this one home to roost with a bang! Our car crossed over at the end of November
and we were without transport for a while.
Family and friends rallied round with all the help they could muster in
order to sort us out, get the kids to school and take me to the shops. It would warm the cockles of your heart.
And of course, your kids’ faces on Christmas morning when
they see all that santy has left for them.
Wishing you all a peaceful New Year. Chat to you on the other side!
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