Every Christmas Jackie and her sisters lay a wreath on their mother’s patch in the Walkford Woodland Burial Ground. They paid their tribute as usual today. Afterwards, also with Ron and Bill, we enjoyed Shelley’s excellent meal of beef casserole topped with fried potatoes; broccoli stems, carrots, and beans, followed by apricot crumble, and accompanied by red and white wine. Quizzes and convivial conversation then kept us amused until it was time to go home.
It therefore seemed appropriate to feature past Christmases in my family. The first two of these images are of Vivien and me in her parents’ home in Sidcup in 1963; then come my Grandma Hunter and Sam, my brother Joseph, and my parents, all in Mum and Dad’s Morden home in 1982.
Needless to say I had no further need for nourishment this evening.
Lovely holiday pictures. You certainly dined well today.
Thank you very much, Pat
What lovely photos Derrick!
Thank you very much, Kim
This sounds like a lovely day, with more memories made and some to look back upon.
Thank you so much, Sue
Old photos are like time traveling, the closest one will ever get to it. Those are beautiful family photos, Derrick.
My best to Jackie and her sisters as they remember their mother.
Thank you so much from us all, Lavinia
Lovely photos, precious memories.
Thank you so much, Dolly
You are most welcome, Derrick.
A lovely tradition to lay a wreath on Jackie’s mother’s burial patch. I enjoy your old family phots. The one with Derrick & Vivien and the cute little tree is my favorite.
Thank you very much, JoAnna
Your old nostalgic photos are beautiful, Derrick …
Thank you very much, Ivor
A wonderful look back at the past. I remember decorations stuck up around the walls, such as those shown in the photograph of you and Vivien.
Thank you very much, Anne
Sweet photos of sweet memories!
And new sweet memories being made every day!
I recognized your mum right away. She is so beautiful. I think of her, especially when I’m handing out serviettes. 🙂
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️
Thank you so much, Carolyn. It is fun that you mention the serviettes. XX
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I enjoyed seeing your holiday photos from Christmases past. You’ve done an amazing job preserving the family legacy.
Thank you so much, Alys
Lovely family memories 😊 I hope your thigh injury is healing now, Derrick
Ditto
A lovely and convivial gathering, and wonderful family photos. I like the comment above about memories being our only way to time travel, and old photos certainly help. Traditions, too, as with Jackie and her sisters placing the wreath. xx
hank you so much, Merril
Such wonderful memories, Derrick.
Thanks very much, GP
I love your photos – thank you for sharing them, as they are personal and beautiful in their memories of Christmas past. Glad you’re enjoying your Christmas present as well. <3
Thank you so much, Pam XX
Wonderful photos.
Thank you very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
There is nothing like holding a photo to bring back so many memories. I feel sorry for society today, all their pictures are in their phone.
Yes, indeed, on both points, Diane. Thanks very much
Thank you for sharing your Christmas memories with family.
Thank you very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
So fun to see friends in their earlier years..You have kept your good looks, Derrick!
Thank you so much, Judy
What a lovely time!
Thank you very much, Riba
Old photos are such a thing to cherish (if you know who is in them, of course!)
Thanks very much, Dale
Beautiful photos. I have so few that are this clear, from so many years ago. Old family photos are precious. And look at you!!
Thank you so much, Crystal