Elf

 

So elf on the shelf maybe for kids but Ellie has led my own elf (Einstein) into mischief! My giant elf has taken over the remote for the Christmas train, eaten a whole tub of chocolates and lassoed Mickey and Minnie! Of course, I'm just loving coming downstairs to see what he's been up to! See the photos above and below lol.

As you read this I am (fingers crossed) sunbathing in Lanzarote. We definitely landed on the Spanish island yesterday but can only hope it's sunny/warm enough for a bikini. The forecast is good so I'm sure we'll be grand. Ellie has finished uni for the winter break so we've jetted off for a week. Just a little respite and relaxation. Cocktails are a given even if the sun isn't. I can't believe how much time I've been away on holiday this year - making up for the barren COVID years when we didn't set foot on a plane.

I don't think I've lost weight this week but it's cool. I'm still feeling good which is the best bit. We had our residents Christmas party this week and served turkey dinner to them and a few relatives. I had a small plate and boy it was good! One roast potato, a slice of turkey, one pig, gravy and some skirlie. Biggest meal I've eaten since surgery! Yummy.

I wish you all a great week. More from me in Lanzarote next Friday (though I will be home and back to work).

When life gives you a hundred reasons to break down and cry, show life you have a thousand reasons to smile and laugh!