Christmas Eve in Ballarat

It's hot and sunny at last and feels very 'other' Christmassy. Holly and Pete have everything under control and Holly is revelling in the power she has over her mother at this festive time. I am very happy not to have to worry about who is coming, when, and what to feed them - and all the other stuff, especially presents. Don't get me wrong, I love choosing, wrapping, giving and receiving presents, but it is liberating not having to. It's probably easier to take presents out of Christmas in a hot climate, where plans for our camping trip are as important as planning what time to eat on Christmas day.

Now that the sun is shining properly, I've lost interest (sorry) in the snowy conditions back home, although I am eager to know where you are and what you are doing, so please post a comment if you have the time. Time to pop out and 'help' with some last minute shopping.