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We took the dog for a long way round walk to a local high street. We are situated in between two high streets. It meant a fair bit of hill walking so was good exercise for me. The dog enjoyed sniffing different bits of walls and pavements. I was surprised to see the C00p open and C0sta. Mr SA tried to push for lunch in the pub but reminded him we have enough food and drink at home to sink a battleship!He’s having his siesta right now so watched Amandaland Christmas special which was funny 🤣DS and family are with DIL’s family today. They do Christmas Eve with us, Christmas Day at home and Boxing Day with DIL’s family which seems a great balance for them.DD is back at work tomorrow. I’m back on Monday.All the build up then it’s over in a flash.Money wise it’s been 2 NSDs in a row.I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)4
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I'm always glad to get to Christmas day, partly because it means the push is over!I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
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For me it’s lock the door the door on Christmas Eve and breathe. Nothing else to buy the shops are closed. Such a relief in a way.Cherryfudge said:I'm always glad to get to Christmas day, partly because it means the push is over!I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)3 -
This is the 30 day yoga challenge I’ve signed up to. 10 minutes a day, surely I can make time for that.
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Not sure the vinyl is in a good enough condition to warrant selling. I discovered a promotion copy only not for selling 12 inch single from the 80s but it was quite faded. I used to frequent a record shop owned by two DJs who saved me the white label discs. I have a lot of non mainstream stuff from the 80s.PennysIntoPounds said:Glad you had a lovely day.
Maybe if you don't want it, some of the vinyl could be sold in the new year to start your 'What SA did next' pot for retirement...
What a beautiful Christmas blessing from your mom ❤️
I hope you have a peaceful and relaxing Christmas day, and that Mr SA and DD are on good form 🥂I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)4
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