Christmas Thoughts!

It was wonderful to do a proper few days work! I did a midnight mass at St Saviours, and then a Christmas Day service - around 45 people came for Christmas communion, and it all felt very special. So many people have lost how important it is to come together as a community, to celebrate together and to show affection for each other.

We had some lovely people sharing our day with us. We had Cecilia from Brazil (who lived with us for 6 months 7 years ago) Karla from Mexico, Nobuko from Japan and Mancy from India. After a lovely meal, opening presents, and lots of chocolate - there was great fun to be had on the sledge! The move out here to Fairweather Green has been such a good move for the family.

With so much to do, and so many people around - TV thankfully took a back seat this year - the only exception was an attempt to watch the Dr Who Christmas special. What a huge disappointment, and even his assistant running around in her police uniform did not help! A load of gobbledygook!

On Boxing day, Ernest, Mary, Anna, and a whole host of kids and families descended on our vicarage - it was fantastic - another big meal and a trip out to the glorious Chellow Dene Reservoir - with tons more sledging! Then Mel and Henry (Cat's Brother and new wife!) arrived, with lots of games for the kids.

What a wonderful Christmas - I give thanks for church, friends and family! Merry Christmas to you all!