I have decided that I shall have a special meal on Dec. 25th as usual..use good dishes and table ware.BUT aim to have no leftovers and no cake tins and extras filling my cupboards..thinking back to my childhood we had abundance at this time of year...usually to share with relations who paid an annual visit coming by train or coach..today most friends have cars and are all having their family meals on the 25th.
Life has changed since elder family member have passed so I will alter my tradition of shopping and baking .
I do visit the shops early in the new year when bargains can been had..always with an aim...cashmere items..I have favourite places where I know I can get the real deal.