Thursday, 28 December 2006

An un-Snowy Winters day

Hello Everyone,

It`s not really snowing, in fact it`s unseasonally mild out,  but as I`m feeling a bit chilly myself  I thought why not brighten up my journal with a bit of snow?  I`ve finished with work for this year as I booked tomorrow and New Years Day as a holiday and I go back on the 2nd January...2 working days in a week, now THAT`S not bad...lol! It was a bit busier at work today than yesterday as I think people are getting back to normal and are having a look around now. We have a sale on all Christmas items and there are some excellent bargains to be had.  I bought a couple of tree ornaments and a gold tree top star but in all honesty there`s nothing else I really need so I`m saving my money for the sales tomorrow. I wasn`t going to bother but as I have to go to the bank tomorrow and also to change some Christmas gifts it won`t hurt to see what`s on offer....a new jacket would be nice at a good price, or a jumper, or should that be two...hmm!  You know me, I just love a bargain...lol!

      

I suppose I`ll have to spend some time this weekend sorting out the kitchen and living room and clearing away the Christmas bits and pieces that are lying around. What looked pretty and festive last week now looks jaded and untidy, and anyway, one of my sets of lights blew this morning so they`re going in the bin, they are very old and I have another set that is unused and still in the box.  As I was saying I have to take three items back to the shops to be changed. A jacket that Danny and Salina bought me has something wrong with the collar,it makes me look as though I`m about to take off...lol!  It`s from Marks and Spencer so there won`t be a problem there. Some jeans that Dan bought for Jim are too big so I`ll get a smaller size and some trousers we bought Dan are too short so a longer pair are needed.  I just hope the sizes we need are available or it`ll be refunds or credit notes all round.

                  

Brrr....these snowy scenes are making me feel even colder even though it`s been mild all day. I`m sure I`d feel warmer too if our shop had any heating, I`m usually a very warm soul who doesn`t feel the cold too much. By all accounts we`re in for a very mild New Year, though I`ve heard we`ll be getting some very cold weather before too long.... NOTE: must buy some extra warm socks for work, and perhaps a hot water bottle or two...lol!  Anyway my friends, I must away. I have dinner to prepare and journals to read. I hope you`re all having a lovely day. Take care and Cheerio for now.

 

15 comments:

Anonymous said...

Yes IT has turned mild hasnt it ,with a spot or two of rain ,for good measure ,I hope they have the sizes you need in M&S ,still you'll find something if you hav to have a refund lol ,still looking forward to spending my vouchers ...love Jan xx

Anonymous said...

Your work week sounds like mine, 2 days this week and 2 days next... but then starting Jan 8th..it's back to normal.  I didn't turn my tree lights on last evening when I came in from work, I guess that's the sign it's time for it to be wrapped in it's plastic and put back in the shed.  I have no gifts to exchange but I do have a faulty cell phone that I got a couple weeks ago that has to go back.  And I know I will be in line with all the people exchanging gifts just to get a new one. Linda in Washington  

Anonymous said...

Love those snowy scenes Sandra, very effective :o)
I know what you mean about all that festive stuff starting to look untidy now.  We love it when it's first up, but once Christmas is over we can't wait to get back to normal can we!  Wishing you luck with your exchanges tomorrow :o)
Sara   x

Anonymous said...

(((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGSTOYOU)))))))))))))))))))))))))sounds like you had a nice Christmas.I am glad you did.I lvoe thoes graffics.I snaged them,if you dont mind.lol.I am sorry you old lights blew.But at least you have a new pair.Hope you have a nice day and a nice weekend ahead.

Anonymous said...

Feeling the cold today too as we have thick fog. Was in Marks yesterday and it was murder packed and lolng long queues.  Have a good evening Love Joan.

Anonymous said...

I know what you mean about the decorations.. i am itching to be rid of it all now as it looks so bare.. just bits here and there...but i shall wait till at least the weekend...
love the snowy scenes...
Lyn

Anonymous said...

Hope you get your gifts exchanged and find some good bargains while shopping. Some of my decorations have come down but I still have a few to go. I am just taking it easy and doing a few at a time. Hugs, Helen

Anonymous said...

I love your snow scenes. Made me feel a chill looking at them LOL!  Must be cold in here!
I hope your exchanges go smoothly and that you do find a bargain or two.
Pam

Anonymous said...

I for one am glad its over and my house is getting to look normal if thats what I call it.lol DIANE

Anonymous said...

oh i never take down the decorations until after new year...As for new year prediction to be mild well it's been saying on forecast all week that storms are predicted for hogmanay...They are worried about them for the huge parties in edinburgh and glasgow...Hope u manage to get all your stuff exchanged or refunded  Caff xxxxx

Anonymous said...

i love the warmer weather here..i hate the snow. Your journal looks very pretty..i love your tags. I hate returning things....what a pain...but isnt it awesome when you find something else you like?
XO lj

Anonymous said...

My tree went outside on Christmas Day, I can't stand decorations around, they get so dusty! I hope you manage to get replacements for your gifts you have to return. I think this weather is the lull before the storm, we have some horrendous storms forecast! Jeannette xx  

Anonymous said...

Ooooo I've not heard that the weather is going to get really cold.  It's blowing a gale here today with rain.  Hope you manged to change the gifts ok :-)  Good for you taking those extra days off.

Jenny

http://journals.aol.co.uk/jmoqueen/MyLife

Anonymous said...

Another Holiday has come &  gone and nearly another year!! Are you doing anyting speccial to bring in the NEW YEAR?  Sounds like you had a pleasant Chrisitmas.  Our was so special!! I'm glad it's over thoughl  I realliy have so much to do. But the computer was calling my name today.  Roman is just adorable and I love all the photos you've posted. Hope your Jake is feeling better.  I think our Jake may have arthritis too and he is only 3 1/2. He whines or whimpers almost every time we touch him & if we try to pick him up-forget it. He yips outloud.  If this keeps up, he'll be getting a trip to the vet.
Well,  I hope you and yours have a joyful & prosperous New Year.
Hugs, Barb  http://journals.aol.com/queenb8261/DiaryofaMadwoman/                                                      

Anonymous said...

Oh Sandra, thank you so much for these beautiful scenes.  I just love snow as long as I don't have to drive in it.  All of our Christmas stuff is put away for another year.  So I know just how you feel getting ready to start packing everything away again.  I'm proud of you though, you made it through the Christmas rush!  Well done, you!

Love,
Susie
http://journals.aol.co.uk/susanebunn/ItAllStartsAfter50/