I thought my parents and friends would arrive on December 22nd and my sister would arrive a day later. Turns out, my sister will also be arriving that day. Which got me a bit in a whirl: what time will you arrive???? Well, she will arrive after I (should have) finish(ed) work. So, we should be good. Fingers crossed...
Yesterday I did my first bit of shopping for the holidays. Over the past year I had saved up money and when I went to the Norwegian state-run off-licence yesterday, that was the money I used. I got some rosé, two different types of white wine and one red. Multiple bottles of each! I can tell you, the trek back to the car was very long! Talking about alcohol though: I found out I had several bottles of spirits and other drinks. Including brandy! I never drink brandy, so I don't know where that came from.
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| Hungarian Forints. Not much use in Norwegian shops |
Fortunately there was still some money left and today I did my second shop. This time it was the foodstuffs that can be kept a while. I will get the perishables next week. Even though I did have to dig into my account a bit, it wasn't as bad as I originally feared.
Next week will be a busy week. I have split shifts on four of the five days. During the breaks I will have to do some work (read cleaning), so the house will look fine and dandy and ready for Christmas and visitors. On Friday though, I will have to go to the police for a new driving note, so I will be allowed to drive also in the new year. For said driving note I need a medical test, so on Thursday evening I will go to my GP.
Right. I will just empty another Christmas crate (only six more to get down I think) and then slowly prepare myself for a good night in front of the telly!
Hari Om
ReplyDeleteOh this was a timely appearance of your post; just got back from the hall where a certain calendar came through the door!!! &*> Very nice. Takk skal du ha!
I am so glad I got all my stuff done at start of month and don't have to think any more about it. I brought back major groceries from Edinburgh and have my neighbour (with dog) for dinner on Tuesday - full Indian spread - then only myself to feed until I head back East again. A few spoilings in there, but not too much. Completely forgot about drinks - though do have coconut water. Oh yes, have some ginger cordial... will get some Irn Bru round the corner shop. &*<>... it's gonna be wild hehehehehehehe.
Who's gonna win that glitterball though??? YAM xx
Well, the most deserving as it turns out! My choice was between Alexandra and Joe. I felt Debbie was great technically, but I felt there wasn't a spark. Alexandra was great from the off, but Joe had shown the most improvement over the series. I never really considered Gemma as a winner. She was good, the others were great.
DeleteIrn Bru? I have had to buy it for teachers, but have never actually tasted it. It looks quite lethal though! Mind you, I am not much for soft drinks anyway. I prefer something not carbonated.
..as do I majority time; but for occasions...
DeleteYes, I was for Joe but was beginning to wonder if the public might be silly again. They weren't and I should have more faith! Have to say though, every dance tonight was brilliant. Sigh... what next. Oh yes, Dr Who! Yxx
Dr Who! Can't wait for that, yet I have to.
DeleteAh, getting ready for all the festivities (and company)!
ReplyDeleteYour Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
Sounds like you are pretty well organized. It is a lot of work but definitely worth it. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family.
ReplyDeleteTis the season to spend spend spend for sure.
ReplyDeleteYour preparations are going well. I hope you manage to get it all done before your visitors arrive.
ReplyDeleteSo do I. But slowly things start to take shape. It's just a bother that my boss expects me to work as well... ;)
DeleteBusy, busy, busy! It is wonderful you will be able to spend time with family this time of year. Happy holidays!
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