Monday 2 December 2013

Stamps at the ready...

Being Mrs Christmas (or should that be Miss?) the first few days of December heralds one of my favourite yearly activites.

No not Christmas shopping and wrapping- I actually finished that last week, they are now all under the tree which was errected yesterday- but Christmas card shopping, writing and sending.

I always find this quite a task. The Christmas cards you opt for will ultimately say something about the sender. Personally, when people recieve a card from me, firstly I want them to think, "score! She sent ME a card!", ok so i'm not being serious about that one. But when they do open my card I want them to think I'm a traditional person.


So this year, whilst browsing the shelves at the National Portrait Gallery after reviewing an exhibition, I opted for a delightful set of cards, Christmas with Dickens. For me you can't get more Christmassy than Dickens so I swiftly paid the £6.50 for a pack of 20 (there are 5 different designs).

As well as cards I like to give everyone a little gift. It's only a small token but everycard is not only sealed with a loving kiss but also contains a candy cane or a chocolate coin. It's a silly touch but it has become a tradition for me. 

This evening I shall settle down with a glass of port (and maybe a cheeky mince pie) and get writing.

Oh I do love Christmas!