The first thing we did before Hubby Tony and I sat down to breakfast was load up the CD player with Christmas tunes. We had our Jewish kosher bagels and fresh pineapple, lingered over coffee, then opened our presents. I was thrilled with my crossword puzzle book and tickets to two productions at a local theater later in the year. Tony quickly set to work charging up the battery for his new portable radio and figuring out which date night activities I had suggested he wanted to do. Foster Cat Smokey Joe ate his treats, and then had fun playing with the wrapping and tissue paper.
Our next scheduled activity wasn't until dinner time, so Tony and I left the house mid-morning to go for a walk. The sky was gloomy, but it was warm enough to wear just a fleece jacket. Our walk turned multi-cultural when we passed by a Catholic church, a Muslim mosque, and a Hindu temple before we turned around and headed back.
Next was a stop at the Asian market for a couple of produce items, then a recently opened branch of Tous les Jours bakery, where we got pastries to share for lunch. I thoroughly enjoyed the Sausage Onion Pastry, Garlic and Cheese Croissant, Kimchi Croquette, and a sweet Portuguese Egg Tart with caramelized sugar on top.
We headed home and relaxed until Son Donald texted that he was on his way to the condo. After he arrived we socialized (and Smokey Joe was thrilled to have another lap to sit on). When it was time Donald helped me with the last minute dinner prep-lasagna, salad, roasted Mexican squash, and a cranberry crumble for dessert.
After dinner presents were exchanged and cards played. All too soon it was time for Donald to get home and take care of his dogs.
Five years ago today: "Christmask" 2020
I’m just stopping by saying Hi and hello! I hope all is well with you and the family. I’m glad you enjoyed your Christmas Holidays.
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Sounds lovely!
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