Do you hope Santa will fill your stocking?
I'm replete chimney less but happy for kids and others to celebrate as so many have done before.
As the time of gifting approaches I want for nothing.I may treat myself to a boxed set of Telemann,LT pies or some Swiss choc, but won't fret if none appear.
As a child it was a time of anticipation.
The carols
Hot chestnuts
The advent calendar all leading to sitting amongst relatives dressed in paper hats and endless bonhomie.
Expectations were low. the stocking full of nuts satsumas and chocolate coins was the stocking treat.I later got the bike, the bottle of Brut, the denim jacket etc America and have seldom wanted for much, even got a brown girl in the ring so my cup runneth over.
The main Joy of the holiday season a time to catch up with friends and family and eat and drink a bit more than is normal and despite a heathen Celt to watch the 9 lessons and Carols from the church I visited so often.
I wish all pies and happiness and a postful 2017