*The Holly and the Ivy* and the You Know What 2013 Chatter Thread.

freespirit66

Well done all the girls who got free tickets to london xmas show :T love hearing what you are all buying
SNUGGLEBUNNY glad you spoke to your manager, hopefully it will get sorted out without any nastiness from her, hope you have a lovely lazy day tomorrow
WEECLICK thankyou for that its nice to come from someone who has been there, she has decided tonight to go for Mexico to see Chichen Itza and be there for the day of the dead so i dont have to worry for another year about egypt
BUNBUN oh how exciting for DS hopefully he might get in again this year
REBELHEDGEHOG thanks for the link am going to go and look what these snowglobe biscuit tins are all about, and the stag tins
OMO how nice of him, i love the music sheets on things they always look expensive too

girlinayellowdress

Own_My_Own wrote: »

What is the M&S snow globe biscuit tin like ?
I didn't go in there yesterday and our local one is very small, so doesn't stock everything. Or when it does we get it later than the big stores.

http://www.marksandspencer.com/Novelty-Snow-Globe-Biscuit-Tin/dp/B00EXV0H7S?ie=UTF8&ref=sr_1_9&nodeId=42966030&sr=1-9&qid=1380834104&pf_rd_r=07GFEKGG1X9WRS9M9HZB&pf_rd_m=A2BO0OYVBKIQJM&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_i=0&pf_rd_p=321381407&pf_rd_s=center-3

mandco

this is the stag tin http://www.marksandspencer.com/All-Butter-Scottish-Shortbread-Stag/dp/B00EXUYQ26?pos=PDP_cav_8/10_text&rrClickthru=PDP which I got for £4.50

this one I mentioned the other day was also still 1/2 price at £5 http://www.marksandspencer.com/Four-Seasons-Biscuit-Mini-Shortbread/dp/B00F5S8FM2?pos=PDP_cav_1/10_text&rrClickthru=PDP

tin_can

hi all i was home bargains on monday and they have got christmas cake tins lardge and meduim 1.99 and 1.69 and also they got christmas biscuits tin 1.69 there harts or reindeers there lovley:xmastree:

fluffysox

For the stag lovers amongst you, Next has lots of stag themed home accessories. Thought this was particularly nice for a mantlepiece:
http://www.next.co.uk/g49650s3#855947g49
(Stag scene metal tealight holder)
My two year old wanted me to buy one of these squirrels (shinier in real life and sold singly in store)
http://www.next.co.uk/g49666s1#875036g49
And said Daddy would like this "animal" lol
http://www.next.co.uk/G492678s9#856091G49

Personally I liked a little embroidered hanging cushion (£5) which said "If kisses were snowflakes, I'd send you a blizzard". Doesn't seem to be online but was tempted to buy it as a little anniversary gift (just before Christmas) for DH. Mind you I don't know where he'd put it? Perhaps I could use the quote to personalise something else?

And I am tempted by this heart shaped multiframe for above my hearth:
http://www.next.co.uk/g493668s1
Anybody seen anything similar thats a bit less expensive? I'll have to look in B&M, argos and amazon first
But also like the Champagne one on the same page as that allows some slightly larger pics.

Mrs_Cullen

Hi back from sunny Tenerife, great time, now back to xmas organization, and concert season off to see crosby stills and nash Sunday. Looked in xmas stash nearly sorted, just daughters to sort, not sure if ed will be back for xmas, she is in Kenya at moment but miles away from Nairobi, thank god. Well keep on rocking that's my motto. By the way this thread moves so fast now, hugs and hellos to everyone.

Nanamia

Well I'm going to try again huge apologies for any confusions this is going to cause but I've not caught up on today's happenings yet! Wanted to try and repost from yesterday

Eljaycock what is autumn cleaning pray tell? It is not something I'm familiar with, washing of walls? walls? Definetely an alien concept. Go you, my DH would love you xxx
Feisty my lovely, bless you where to start so much is happening. I think it's perfectly natural to be feeling anxious (think I'd be more worried if you weren't) this is a whole new chapter in both you and Mr Feistys lives. Now speaking of Mr Feisty you are going to have to share and let him "in" - I know you are used to being a one-woman-band work wise and very very capable too but this in part is going to be a joint venture and although he's not fit he'll feel better 'helping' Lecture over!!! As for the news from the solicitor I dumbfounded especially when the cardiologist has said the condition has been exasperated by the actions of the urology dept argh I am listening to advice from you (pot, kettle and black) I'm a lot better now thank you:) I have been thinking totally ignore me if you think it's nonsense- as part of my counselling therapy (way back when) I was taught self hypnosis- sounds crazy I know- but as a way of relaxation. Now it worked for me, but some form of relaxation therapy might help you too, even just making time to listen to a piece of your favourite music, just time to clear your head (before filling it again) Feel free to dismiss but might be worth a google xxx
Quidsy I love your shopping list, it's going to be just fab, print off and shop. Thank you, I've been amazed that when you see it written down its nowhere near as bad as I make it out to be. Ha. I make such a palaver every year haha xxx
Pateroo hiya, big welcome I'm sure you are going to love it here. Really hope you get your operation soon and you can go back to enjoying looking after/spending more time with your little ones x
Crowdpleaser That is great news about your house woo hoo. The cabin in Suffolk looks ideal. Hope you are feeling better today, two people I know have had a similar thing recently and it lasted about five days Hope yours passes quickly xxx
NCIS_fan ouch- wisdom too the sending hugs xxx
Kaya I whipped into B&Q on Tuesday saw a Yankee candle display and just bought a tart- white line and lace to try. No point yet with all the paint fumes tho, maybe by the weekend x
Gettingtherequickly hiya welcome home you sound like you managed to have a good time regardless of the restricts. How did the little ones enjoy there treats? xxx
Mandco I was in M&S last week and got the green musical biscuit tin, think its the one a lot of the lovelies got last year but I was skint, so it's a little treat I love it, can't resist winding it a little each time I remember it's there xxx
CupofChai I totally agree men are tricky! In more ways than one ha xxx
Mrs Hayes ooooh yum, I love a wetherspoons breakfast, with no washing up delightful and what a treat. Your LO has done so well at swimming and settling and making friends, proud Mummy time xxx
Babyboo wish I had a voice activated thingie to help, but even if you don't manage a post we'll know you are here. I do love the sound of your house with the fairy lights now I wonder where I could incorporate them in my new room haha xxx

Nanamia

macro the mse on here never cease to amaze me, you are defo I the right place
Mrsinvisible I'm so sorry I didn't get on in time to wish you a good time and great break with your friend. Still been thinking of you both Wow 40 contestants that was some tribute to a wonderful, much loved and more missed man. I am listening to your sound advice, I think I'm getting there now but enough about me! ( yes you and feisty and Freespirit also loving members of the pot, kettle and black club ) thank you all for caring and making me stop and think xxx
Chrissy wow your young lady is such a credit to you. To start the day with a seizure and still go ahead and start at her new college etc, you must be one very proud Mummy too Wishing her every success she deserves it xxx
Choccymoose aww bless you and your DS. What a start, as the lovelies have all said its a blip, settling in time and a good sign that as the school has a zero tolerance, he does too xxx
Alja go girl, so pleased you are driving. You really seem so much brighter than you were a few weeks ago go girl xxx
Peppapig you do make me chuckle, I will bake for you any day if you declutter for me xxx
Nit-nurse thank you for my virtual muffin, it was much neede I'm going to try your recipe too, so big thank yous. Your little ones (hahahah) will love the snow, well I know I would. My DH would say he hates Christmas but secretly he loves it (well I've been telling him enough years that he does) xxx
Debndot Oooh thank heaven your FiL has left you've a year to recover! Aww such a pain! You did really well with your booze order xxx
Drops of Jupiter thank you, I've added "skipping Christmas " to my amazon wish list, the kindle edition is £5.22 at the moment so I'm hoping it'll come down xxx
Pinknfluffy oh step children it's so difficult, it's super hard for you too cos you see the effect and sadness it brings to DH. Sending virtual hugs xxx
Ruth_honey was going to thank you, the nativity DVD is on my amazon wish list too and I'd never heard of the blockbusters market place but then read your order had been cancelled agh hate that x
Flowfy what very sad but sound advice for Pinknfluffy I really do now know how you manage to fit everything in! I get worn out just reading of your activities ! xxx
Murie making me chuckle again. I know, I know I couldn't believe I'd read that either our Linky not mad???? Who said that xxx
Ameyturtle you are doing so well with your job go you xxx
Weeclick hiya, sending big big waves, great to have you back. Blooming hek you've managed to squeeze an awful lot into eight months!!! Sending hugs xxx
Freespirit I remembered you saying about the cake I'm glad it made you smile. Sounds like your birthday was perfect and that you were spoilt rotten, I'm so glad, you so really deserve it. You did so well at the drs, did she say anything about your migraines? I'm really proud of you xxx
Msgigglewick oh no you poor thing. A chest infection is awful. Sending very gentle hugs and lots of love xxx
Fluffysox wooo hooo your DS is one of us now drinking hot chocolate is a sure sign. Ohh how exciting we love love love a new baby on here, I hope you are managing to put your feet up whilst you can xxx
Linky bless your BFF for wagging it for a day, it made me smile to think of it, how exciting. Know wonder your feet were aching, you've shopped till you dropped Mememememe I'm after Christmas bedding, I'm so pleased you've found some, thank you xxx
CazD well done you on the bargains x
Nic I'm not at all surprised that you are busy, your makes are brill. Good luck with the job hunting xxx
Abbafan hiya and welcome to our little haven Well done with the claims and getting a plan for sorting out paying things off x
JustKaren I didn't read your post in time to see this morning yesterday but I've made a note to have a look at the website for recipes so thank you x
Snugglebunny there is no other word to describe your colleague b@tch ! Sorry I'm not one for swearing but my oh my. Hope things went well with your boss! Otherwise we will send Flowfy round immediately xxx

Nanamia

Linz finished and wrapped go you how good that must feel x
Dirtyknees hiya, welcome and thank you for the coffee tip, I'm not very adventurous but am very tempted to give that a try? Well I like a ginger nut dipped in coffee so can't think why I'd not like it x
Wuvvie sending big big virtual hugs re DD, stick with it it'll be worth it xxx
Mrs M more sound advice, I do think this thread attracts the nicest, kindest people xxx
0462 wowzer s to you my lovely Now not sure about the news from the consultant, doesn't sound like something I'd fancy but you've been in such tremendous pain I do hope it's the answer xxx
MKGIRL oooooh thank you for the photos from primark, the stuff looks brill doesn't it? Another trip I think but I'm doing to try a smaller, hopefully quieter one than last time! X
Fritillaria hello, welcome to our fab thread, do hope you are going to love it here, I know I do x

Nanamia

Mrs Hayes thank you for the kind words How was your shopping trip with your Mum, hope you had a good time. And DSs first parents evening, I'm sure he's had a glowing report xxx
JJ I'm certain that your optician says exactly the same about you Have you had a chance to shop? Don't be blooming overdoing things so soon out of hospital. Online shopping tho is allowed xxx
Msgigglewick and Quidsy well done on getting the tickets. It's your duty obviously to report back Have a great time x
Debndot wow well done on your shopping. What are on your making list may I ask? x
Snugglebunny what a very thoughtful DD you have, perfect for Wuvvie to have a peers point of view. I'm glad too that you managed to speak to your manager. I'm quite sure it wasn't a surprise to her to hear tho! Enjoy your day off tomorrow and try not to think about it, then you'll be so busy over the weekend you won't have a minute to think. If your manager is good at her job she'll be used to people management and be able to put your point of view across without causing any waves and things can run smoothly from now on fingers crossed xxx
Fluffysox bless your DM she's worried about you. But you'll be safe with next online and your vouchers xxx
Babyboo that's the sort of thing my DH would do! Still it's a good read the magazine anyway and now you'll just have to have both! xxx
Bunbun how exciting, wonder if DS will get to be an extra this year too. Made me chuckle, you get George Gently filmed near you and I get Channel 4s Shameless on my road haha xxx
Rebel Hedgehog I've been drooling over the M&S magazine thank you for that x
Mrs Cullen welcome home , glad you've had a good holiday. Must be a relief to know that DD is well in Kenya a friend of mine is teaching in Nairobi this year and has had a lot of the school effected The children's resilience has amazed her xxx