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    How To Get That Festive Feeling

    Ho Ho Ho! And a Merry … ok not feelin’ it? Not at all? You’re not the only one! I am hearing lots of Debbie Downers when it comes to the C Word – and not just in the Blogosphere! People are sick of Christmas starting so early – as early as October this year! For some, it’s a reminder of spending money and the lack there of it. For others it highlights a loss in their lives – everyday the loss is felt but Christmas seems to magnify that feeling of missing someone. So, with all of this in mind I have taken it upon myself to bring some…

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    How To Get Into The Christmas Spirit Part Three

    This is my last installment in the series of How To Get Into The Christmas Spirit. If you haven’t read the first two posts, you can find the first one here and the second one here. So, if you aren’t already in the Christmas mood (HOW!?) then settle in, take some time out and enjoy my final post just before the big day! So, firsts things first, what’s Christmas without the smells, tastes and feelings of Christmas. It is an all encompassing time of year! I find that sometimes I’ll be walking around and will smell something that will instantly transport me back to Christmas morning with all my family…