The past couple of days:

Involved a Christmas Party at Julia's best friend's house - it's lots of fun each year! Here are Julia and Ruth:

Julia thought I wouldn't take this picture - ha!

Here's my Sunday morning breakfast, thanks to my dear hubby - there's nothing to beat the fabulous texture of fresh-from-the-oven scones with cream. But...I've said that before, haven't I?

The relaxation has begun.