Chilly ...

 It is nearly one in the afternoon, still below -1 Celsius here. Went for my massage this morning. Although the roads were fine, I had to be careful going up and back down her wooden steps. Despite being salted, they were still very slippery. I certainly needed it and she struggled to release my shoulder blades. The usual popping of lumps just didn't happen. I do feel a bit freer though which is nice.

Had a lovely chat with DGD and her parents yesterday. She has discovered her tongue and is doing all kinds of things with it. Brrr, mmmm and ddddd are all appearing in her speech pattern. Since last week, she has managed to raise herself up on all fours and rock backwards and forwards.  Unfortunately, during one such rock, her arms gave away and she face planted onto the carpet. Crying and cuddles needed:(

Won't be long now until she starts crawling methinks. Such fun they will have with her then.

Still waiting on quite a few presents for Christmas. One or two, which should have been available this week, have now been put back to later in December or even January. Hopefully, that won't happen otherwise we shall have to send them in the post.

All Christmas cards and postable presents have been sent. Just a few hand delivered cards to put through letterboxes.

Menu and shopping list prepared for later in the week. I really must force myself make some sausage rolls and mince pies - come on woman - pull your finger out!