Christmas Eve

Awww, can you believe that it is Christmas Eve? Already? How did this day manage to sneak up on me so fast then?! Here at Attic24 we have stumbled very chaotically through the past week or two with very little preparation for Christmas. We are are an exceedingly last-minute sort of a family. So yesterday saw some slightly panicky, mad-dashy, heavy duty present-shopping take place. It was stressful at times, but now thank goodness the presents are all brought and (mostly) wrapped. I am relieved to say the least, it took a lot of effort to remain calm at times yesterday and I am glad that particular part of Christmas is over.

This morning we walked, up a steep grassy hill behind our town, up high to look out over the misty rooftops. Fresh, damp air, it was quite wonderful after the commercial chaos of yesterday.

 

Back towards town through the woods, muddy shoes and rosy cheeks. Pockets stuffed with clementines and golden chocolate coins.

Emerging out of the woodland and into town for some last minute shopping at the market :: Seasonal greenery of one kind...

...and another.

After lunch, a little time to sit and drink tea and browse through my precious collection of Christmas magazines.

I'll be baking in a little while :: some star shaped cookies to decorate with silver balls and edible glitter. They will be wrapped in pretty cellophane bags and tied with ribbon to give to family and friends who visit us in the next few days.

We do not go mad for presents in our house, it's very low key. We buy for the Little People of course, but between J and I we have an agreement not to buy stuff for each other. Instead we tend to buy treats for ourselves, its easier that way, and quite a lot more effective and satsifying. J's gift to himself will be computer-related (his passion) and purchased after Christmas during a special trip to a hugely geeky computer shop. He will go with his Dad and is very excited at the prospect of this buying trip, it is already all planned out. Sweet eh?

And my present to-me-from-me is some soft and cosy pyjamas and snuggly fluffy socks which will be my outfit of choice for this evening and much of tomorrow. Oh, and look, I also bought myself two little books which I am very excited about. I cannot wait to dive in to those pages.

Today I bought us two new morning tea cups for our Christmas brew in bed tomorrow, cannot wait for that either. In fact, it has to be said I am rather excited for tomorrow. ooooooo yes I really am!

 

Our special Christmas plate is all ready set out waiting for the mince pie, glass of wine and carrot which we always leave for Father Christmas and Rudolph. The empty stockings wait to be filled. The Little People are expectant and excitable. Me too.

 

Yes, me too.

Happy Christmas to you all, I wish you all the brightest, happiest day, filled with love and laughter, hugs and kisses. Have fun!

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Comments

[july]

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF YOU AT THE ATTIC 24 AND BEST WISHES FOR 2009. JULY X

[miss sew n sew]

Hi Lucy
The picture of your town looks wonderful just the thing to do on Christmas Eve breath in the fresh air and get away from all the madness. Hope you had a fabulous day yesterday your morning brew must of tasted sooo good in those gorgeous cups and you must of looked so Christmassy cosy in those pj's!
Merry Christmas to you, J and the little people!
Sarahx

[Catherine G.]

Dear Lucy,
I am French, living in Paris suburb and have discovered your blog 1 or 2 weeks ago. I have to say that this was for me a very restfull moment to read you. Also, all the colours in your home are so bright and so wonderful that this is like a sunshine. Thank you for these moments. Hope that 2009 will be for you and your family a very happy year and be sure that will continue to follow you.
Thank you again.
Catherine G.

[gill]

Merry Christmas Lucy and co! I like the idea of buying your own Christmas pressie, I bought mine this year but Hubbie wrapped them up for me so I had something to open with the kids...enjoy the holidays.
Gill x

[BeBe in Florida]

Thinking of you snuggled up in your new jammies and wish I could be at home doing the same..but alas I have to work until 11:30 pm..oh well you have a Merry Christmas...BeBe in Florida ps I did buy the book you recommened and have made two scarves for Christmas presents for very dear friends and am now working on one for myself...thanks for the tip

[Jen]

It's so funny that you leave a glass of wine for Santa--what with driving the sleigh and all ;o). I'm guessing Santa's helper prefer wine to milk! Our house, on the other hand, is filled with the scent of potato latkes and chocolate coins.

Happy Holidays!

[SierraMoon]

one of my good friends recommended your blog to me about 2 weeks ago, she said I'd love it. and she knows me well because... I love it !
I decided I would delurk on this post to wish you a (belated) merry Christmas -- it was funny we're exactly on the same wavelength about Christmas gifts (low key, treat for ourselves and not to each other...) in our families (although this year I got an exceptionnally big gift : the opportunity to take better pictures !)

I love your colors, your beautiful crochet, the subject of your posts, your relationship with Mother nature...
I'll be happy to follow your blog closer now that I know where it is ! ;)

joyeux Noël from South Brittany

[cathleen]

Well..it is most likely evening for you...hope you and your family are cozy and snug. I picture you in your jammies, reading your magazines, and sipping tea from your new red mug by your nice warm fireplace. Happy, happy Christmas, dear Lucy.

[Sarah]

MERRY CHRISTMAS LUCY...HAVE A GREAT TIME....JUST PUT F'S PRESENTS BY HIS BED....FAST ASLEEP UNAWARE THE BIG MAN HIMSELF HAS JUST BEEN....ENJOY YOUR DAY!
LOVE SARAH X

[Mel]

Good gifts to yourself!

Have a fun day!xx

[Lesley]

sending Christmas wishes to you and your family , Lesley x

[Caroline]

Merry Christmas Lucy and co!
Now we know there are biscuits we'll be round!
Carolinex

[boo]

Merry Christmas! I'm glad I found your blog - it's brightened up the dark winter days for me! Hope you and your family have the best day!!!
Boo

[elizabeth of course]

Merriest to you! I've really enjoyed reading you these last few weeks. I hope your day is fantabulous tomorrow!

[Marisa]

Merry Christmas to you Lucy and your family, hope that the little ones are happy with what Santa will leave tomorow, oh the excitement in the house with little ones truely makes Christmas. Peace be to you and your family and the readers of your blog for 2009!

[Julie]

Merry Christmas to you all at Attic 24. Have a wonderful time.

Julie xx

[Jo]

A very Merry Christmas, Lucy. You light up my days!

Jo
x

[Bee]

A very Happy Christmas to you and your family.
I only recently discovered your beautiful blog..what a find..it's already one of my favourites.

[driftwood]

merry Christmas Lucy, I hope you and your family have a truly lovely day. xxx

[Hen]

Merry Xmas, Lucy and all at Attic 24. Hope you have a wonderful day and Father Xmas stops your way...
Hen and the HenHouse x

[LittleGem]

Merry Christmas,
Your wrapping paper looks fab, and love those mugs - very festive!
I have really enjoyed your blog this year and will continue to enjoy it next year xx love Gem

[Lynn]

Happy Christmas to you and yours! And yes, those mugs are the ultimate -- total cheer-bringers!

[Funkymonkey]

I was given two of those gorgeous LA mugs last Christmas - they are just perfect for a cuppa in bed!

Merry Christmas Lucy it's been lovely readin your blog all year.

Tracey.

[susan hall]

Dear Lucy,May I wish you and yours a very happy christmas and all good things for 2009. susan
P.S. thank you so much for all the lovely things you wrote about and showed us this year

[Cath]

Merry Christmas!
: )
Cath