This afternoon we reprised Christmas with Danni, Ella, Jack, Elizabeth, and Jacqueline.
My younger sister, our niece, Danni, and her children Ella and Jack joined us late in the afternoon and Jacqueline arrived from Boston in Lincolnshire later.
Dillon, Flo, and Becky produced an excellent spread of cakes, biscuits, bread, quiches, cold meats and salad; Flo vacuumed and cleaned the house, adding pleasant scents to the atmosphere.
The three little ones enjoyed playing with each other, while the adults conversed and lent the parents an occasional hand.
Presents were exchanged after Jacqueline arrived. I had intended to photograph the openings, but with wrapping paper , crackers, and tottering children flying about in all directions, I deemed it safer to stay in my chair.
Of course we needed no further sustenance later.
Every thing looks and sounds lovely. I’ll be Ellie was happy to see people closer to her size and age. 😉
Thank you so much, Pat. They do get on very well.
A delightful gathering. The little ones suddenly look so much bigger–even Ellie seems to have grown in the last couple of days. 🙂
She does, indeed. And Ella is at school now. Thanks very much, Merril
It is so cool that we are getting to see them grow up!
Thank you so much, Merril
I’ll bet that gang of cousins could get into some serious mischief, if they were of a mind to.
Thanks very much, Liz. In fact the most mischievous one is the youngest. 🙂
You’re welcome, Derrick. 😀
Such precious moments spent together!
Thank you very much, Rosaliene
It looks like great fun!
Thanks very much, Donnalee
A whirlwind of activity Derrick
The three of them had a good time. I think you were smart when you stayed in your chair.
Thank you so much, Bridget
Such precious photo Treasures Derrick… I hope your Christmas was wonderful and I wish you and your family a Bright Happy New Year, with Happiness, Health and Joy xx <3
You, too, Sue. Thank you very much XX
A beautiful gathering of the generations, Derrick and Jackie! The little cousins are adorable, and growing fast!
Thank you so much from us both, Lavinia
Beautiful photos of a very heartwarming gathering! Wishing you a very happy end of 2023 and a wonderful 2024 ahead!
You, too, Donna. Thank you very much
The three little ones are precious. What a lovely family!
Happy and healthy New Year to all of you, Derrick!
Thank you so much, Dolly
My pleasure, Derrick.
We too had a second Christmas – complete with tea and mince pies to accompany the early opening of presents – after our Hout Bay family had joined us the previous day. This was followed by Christmas dinner … we were replete with food and happiness.
That is good to know, Anne. Thank you very much
Looks like a lovely family Christmas !!
Thanks very much, John
YAY for cousins!!! All three are beautiful and I’m pretty sure they could conquer the world! (wink, wink)
Seeing your sister makes me think of your mum. 🙂
(((HUGS))) and Happy New Year!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thanks very much, Carolyn. Elizabeth is the most like Mum. XX
What a lovely gathering!
Thank you very much, Kim
Great images!
May the New Year bring warmth and joy to you and your family
Thank you so much, Luisa
You’re highly welcome <3
A lovely gathering of family, Derrick. Wishing you and your family a bright and safe New Year!
You, too, Eugi. Thank you very much
You’re welcome, Derrick, and thank you.
What a fun day.
Thank you very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
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Sorry! For some reason that didnt paste properly in your comments. Happy & Healthy New Year to You & Yours!
And to you and yours, Cindy. Thanks very much
Absolutely Fabulous! How lovely to see Ella and Jack again.
I think Jack and Ellie look a lot alike, especially around the mouth.
Our next celebration is tomorrow (New Year’s Day), Joshua and I are hosting again, this time for twelve of us, though it could be another baker’s dozen if Max’s Jess is still here tomorrow.
Enjoy the day, Sue. Thanks very much
This is my kind of happy.
Looks amazing
Thank you so much, Mimi
What a joy!
Thank you so much, Riba
Such cuties! I always get a boost from seeing these little faces 🙂
Thank you very much, Barbara
I love the unicorn headwear
Well spotted, Sheree. Thank you very much
Pleasure!