Monday 22 December 2008

Angels..

..that's what you all are...Angels.

I can't begin to tell you how lovely your messages and e-mails have been.The absolute kindness of strangers.. you aren't really strangers, but you know what I mean..visual strangers if you like. You have made us feel like we have received a big hug..and it was really nice of you..thankyou. (I always worry whether I should share some of my woes on my blog..but that's just me and our life is far from a fairytale!)
I'm a bit behind on my replies, especially the ones that you can't reply to through your inbox, so I do apologise, I just wanted to tell you all how appreciated every single one was...I must admit yesterday was the turning point, hearing The Pogues on the radio singing 'Fairy tale of New york', I found myself actually feeling Christmassy..there definately was a twinge of anticipation in the air! (either that or I needed the loo!)
A relative sent a lovely gift to us on Saturday..totally out the blue, which enabled us to do a 'big' shop at the supermarket with treats and nice things in the trolley for a change and thanks to the people who purchased some of my vintage items and Christmassy toadstools, I have been able to get the boys a few more bits and bobs..whether they arrive before Christmas is another thing but that's the deal with Internet shopping!We are now going up to Northumberland on Boxing day..I can't wait..my favourite place in the world with my favourite people..I'll even get to see my Mum and Dad who are coming over from France. The neighbour is chicken and cat sitting for us and The dog will be coming with us too ..all those lovely chilly walks along the river Tyne gossiping with my big sister and putting the world to rights..a couple of days where I know we can forget about bills and worries and I know we will have a laugh..how wonderful!So there you go, there is a light at the end of the tunnel..sometimes its a bit dim, sometimes only a flicker..but it's there. We must always remain positive,no matter how bad things can get..you have to hold onto the hope.
I wanted to finish my blog on a cheerier note before Christmas, In a few days time I will have been blogging for a whole year, I never thought I would find the things to talk about or if anyone would even want to read them..but a year later here I still am.

I would like to wish you the happiest, most lovely and wonderful time..whoever you spend it with,whatever your circumstances and wherever you are .. Happy Christmas x

47 comments:

  1. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel as you say. Hope you and yours have a great Christmas and a happy New Year too.
    Nickyx

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  2. I hope you and your family have a wonderful xmas and I'm so glad you are feeling positive. Hopefully the new year will bring good news for us all. Your home is looking fab, too.

    Hen x

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  3. every thing comes in cycles does'nt it.....and always remember 'this too shall pass'..it's keeping me going at the moment..have a lovely time....ps my son did'nt get the job but maybe there is something out there that is meant for him..hope so.....Health and happiness for the holidays...

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  4. I'm so glad you're managing to get away for a few days over the holidays ... just being in a different 'four walls' sometimes brings a new perspective on life, doesn't it? Have a lovely time with your family and all the very best wishes for better things in the New Year. Your Blogland friends are with you all the way!!
    Willow xx

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  5. Have a very Happy time, as you so rightly said its ppl that make christmas special.....enjoy your family time,

    With love
    Mel and Ollyxxxx

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  6. What a lovely post. Im so glad to hear that you have found a bit of Christmas spirit amidst everything that has been going on in your life. I love that song too. Another good album/cd for getting up the Christmas spirit is Phil Spectors Christmas album. You can download the songs from the internet for free if you have a little search around. It always makes me feel good. Have a wonderful Christmas!

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  7. Enjoy every single moment of it!
    Have a Happy Christmas all of you!
    As my Gran used to say 'things come right in the end'.

    Jo
    x

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  8. Happy Christmas and all good wishes for 2009!!(have enjoyed your blog all year)Sue x

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  9. merry christmas
    i hope that you have a wonderful and carefree time

    take care of yourself

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  10. Hi there..I love your blog and your home looks lovely..hope all works out well for you .
    Have a good Christmas ;-)

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  11. Not sure how I came upon your charming blog (maybe a Cath Kidston interest link?) - but so glad I di. All your little creations are beautiful, and it was touching to read some of your postings.
    Indeed a difficult time, but I do hope that you will be able to see a little light on the horizon. Remember..we have reached our shortest day..it's going to get a little lighter now with each day...
    Do come and pay me a visit, you are most welcome.
    Molly

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  12. Have a wonderful time up there in Northumberland. Wishing you a very,very happy Christmas, next year's going to be a better one!
    See you in 2009!
    Julia xx

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  13. Well you deserve a wonderful Christmas and I'm sure you will enjoy every moment, it will be very special! Have a fab time in Northumberland, I've driven through the area on the way to Scotland, it looks a beautiful part of the UK. Are you staying for the New Year too?
    Sending Christmas wishes to you, hubby and the boys!.....Claire xx

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  14. Hope you have LOTS of fun with friends and family over Christmas. Thinking of you from Australia! Kathryn. XX

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  15. ENJOY your time this holiday with your friends and family and...Have a Very Merry Christmas!
    ~Smiles~Tam!

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  16. I have only just come across your blog. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and enjoy being with your family and may the New Year bring new hope.

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  17. I'm glad to hear things are looking more positive for you. Merry Christmas, have a lovely time with your family,I'm looking forward to reading all about it.

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  18. Its really great that things are looking up for you..I hope you have a wonderful time with friends and family.Its just what you need!!
    Take care
    x

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  19. You have a strong Spirit wich is the most inportant thing in life.
    I really hope you have a Great Christmas ,and a Grat 2009 .
    Love from sesga xx

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  20. And a very Merry Christmas to you too. I hope the New Year brings positive things for you and your family. Kathyx

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  21. Just stopping by to wish you a very Merry Christmas! Your decorations are lovely.

    Christmas Blessings,
    Rebecca

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  22. Have a very merry christmas. Been thinking about you a lot. Lots of hope for next year.
    x

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  23. Have a lovely christmas sweetie, boxing day sounds like it will be great fun! Glad to hear that Pete is has his job.
    Jessx

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  24. Sairer,
    Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and (very!) prosperous 2009!!
    Niki x

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  25. Hi Sairer,

    So sorry I missed your last post - I do, however, wish you a very, very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. You really have been through the mill this past year, yet through it all you manage to sound so very positive and friendly. I am so glad to hear Pete's job is safe for now. Please stay postive, I am so sure it helps!

    All the very best - oh, and the Pogues 'Fairytale of New York' is my favourite Christmas song - always brings a tear - and I sing along at the top of my voice too!!

    Clare xx

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  26. Just popping in to wish you a very Merry Christmas!

    Jayne

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  27. Have a very happy Christmas. I am so sorry to hear that you have had such a tough time recently. I really hope that 2009 is a good year for you all.

    your tree looks lovelty and I love the toadstools.

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  28. Hello dear Sairer.. I have been so preoccupied with my own woes of late that I had no idea what a dreadful challenging time you have been having.
    I am truly sorry and can really empathise on the financial worries.. I wake up every night worrying about the future and keeping the wolf from the door.
    I hope you can find some respite from your worries and find some space for some love and laughs with your family. They are the most precious thing and love conquers all.. however hard times may be..
    With love and a big dose of festive friendship.
    Michele x

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  29. Wishing you and your family a wonderful, magical Christmas. So sorry to hear of all your worries I hope that the New Year brings you better luck and lessening of the financial worries, fingers crossed (it is the thing that keeps me awake at night too). Take care, enjoy it all
    Kimx

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  30. Hope you have had a great, fantastic Christmas in Northumberland. What a great place to spend it. Hope that 2009 brings you some luck

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  31. I hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas! We did-lol! Happy New Year Blogging Buddy!~Smiles~Tam!

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  32. Wishing you a very belated Merry Christmas and the happiest New Year. Rachaelxo p.s we are in the same position, redundancy a possiblity, no savings and big mortgage but one door closes and another opens . . . so they say!!

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  33. I hope you had a good christmas and I'm sad to have read your news but happy that it didn't happen in the end right before christmas

    yep it is a sad time we live in, we are in the very same position, away on holiday but wondering whether or not there will be a job to go back to...I guess you can't do anything other than see how it all turns out...good luck

    Sarah

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  34. How are you today?

    Just thought i'd pop by....how was your christmas...?
    I was ill for most of it.....got the Doc's for tests on Fri....ho hum....lets hope 2009 is a fab yr and things look up!:>))

    Hugs
    Melxx

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  35. I hope you had a lovely Christmas x x

    Sara x

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  36. Hi,

    I've just come across your blog over Christmas, your home is beautiful. I just wanted to send a virtual hug your way...a bit unBritish but at rough times everyone could do with a little something to let them know people, even strangers care. We are sort of in the same boat, I'm a student midwife and this time last year my hubby had his own thriving business..now we take it week by week, I have my very own Del boy as I call him...although not in a dodgy way! I hope your boys had a lovely time and understood, it's hard.

    Jackie

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  37. Sorry!
    I have been away from blogging... and only today I managed to do some...
    Anyway, I`m sorry to hear about the "possible" job redundancy and you not being so well!
    You and your lovely family are in my prays and thoughts!
    And please:
    NEVER, NEVER, NEVER!
    GIVE UP!

    Love,
    Debbie Moss

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  38. Here's to a better new year....xxxx

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  39. I wish you a very happy new year and hope that things get better for you.
    I often think of you and send all my love and wishes...
    Keep that chin up girl.
    Love and hugs,
    Carol xxxxxxxxxx
    I have just bought some Angel cards !

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  40. Happy new year! I hope that 2009 will be a better year for you and your family!

    Sian x

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  41. sorry you too have had such a rubbish time, but congratulations to your chap for hanging onto his job.
    Fingers crossed that 2009 brings you lots of hope and happiness x

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  42. Just dropping in to wish you & yours a wonderful 2009!

    Jayne

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  43. Happy New Year to you Sairer and your family. This will be a great one, I can feel it in my bones!! Claire xx

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  44. Sending you and your family warm wishes for the New Year ahead!
    Jessx

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  45. Happy New Year Sairer and I hope 2009 is a much better year for you and your family - I was so pleased to hear that your Hubby still has his job - Thinking of you - Natalie x

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  46. hi just felt i must drop you a line, before christmas i was trawling ebay looking for a worcester ware sweet tin (to no avail i might add ) i googled it and thats how i found your wonderful blog didnt even know what a blog was prior to this how sad am i!!!! anyway i found it inspiring somone else loved all the things i do , i can honestly sat i have to have almost a daily dose of prettyshabby not to mention other blogs curlew country ect ,who knows maybe i will do my own blog one day . your blog is simply wonderful kind regards laura
    laurajanehobbs@tiscali.co.uk

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