~ Festive Greetings from The Humble Bungalow ~
We've put up the faux tree with twinkling white fairy lights.
One of our cats still climbs the tree
so we do not add our vintage glass baubles.
One year the cat knocked the tree to the floor
resulting in a mess of shattered baubles...
sadly several vintage treasures were lost.
We keep our decorating simple and have added some silver baubles and stars.
Do you follow Pamela Anderson on Instagram?
She has moved back to the island, renovated her family home,
planted rose and vegetable gardens and more recently has published a cookbook.
She has totally reinvented herself...written a memoir, appeared in a documentary
starred in a play on Broadway, and is appearing in films.
Pamela is a co-founder of Sonsie skincare products.
My skincare products were getting low and when I heard that she had a rose scented cleanser I thought I might try some.
I purchased the "bundle" cleanser, serum and moisturizing balm.
I would have bought the lip balm but it was sold out.
I have been using the Sonsie products for about a week and already can see an improvement in my skin tone.
Having rosacea and seeing a reduction of redness is VERY exciting!
Hydrangeas are almost done for the season but I managed to salvage a few blooms.
These have dried nicely in a vintage Crown Ducal Vase.
After 3 years of lusting after this Cocoon wool and cashmere coat from Aritzia
I finally bought it and I am SO GLAD!!!
~ SO COZY ~
Cold weather means warmer accessories...
the walks by the sea are very cold.
I had a fall a week ago...
Hurt my hip and knee which are badly bruised.
Sustained a cut above my eye.
My eye lid and area below were really red but now are a limey green shade.
Managed to get to see the doctor who sent me for X Rays.
Fortunately nothing is broken.
However I do have a concussion and have had a CT scan...
results should be forthcoming.
Research on walking assists inspired me to buy walking Poles.
Our local Wellwise store carry the poles.
Hubby bought a pair for his walks too.
I have used them a few times and they make a HUGE difference.
My confidence, stability and balance are much improved.
Do you use walking poles?
Have you ever had a nasty fall requiring x-rays?
How about a concussion?
Tis the season for candles!
Beeswax and a scented candle on the vintage silver tray add ambiance.
I like to sip my coffee, read my book, or knit with these candles glowing.
Silver baubles...
Harrods George V fluted silverplate Teapot and Creamer
Still on the hunt for the sugar bowl...
It has been a quite a week with my bruises and fuzzy head.
Hubby "cooked" which meant that we ordered Thai food and had White Spot.
Thank you honey it was a nice treat :-))
He was my gallant chauffeur for a few appointments and for that I am thankful.
Feeling much better
I am driving again and have been shopping and running errands.
Lots of Christmas baking to do to fill my cookie tins...
are you getting ready for the holidays?
What are your "go to" traditional festive treats?
This might be my only post for December...
SO
I am wishing you a lovely festive season!
Thank You for reading my Humble Bungalow Blog and for all your comments!
~ Be Well and Be Kind ~
11 comments:
I'm sorry to hear about your fall - a few years ago I had a spell of dizziness/vertigo and bought Nordic walking poles for when I am out on my own. They do make a huge difference to me, so I'm glad that your poles are helping you too. Wishing you a complete recovery!
Ouch, glad you didn't break anything when you fell, Leslie! My mom uses walking poles - she has Post-Polio Syndrome - and loves them for her balance. They're much better than a walker or cane as she can walk easily on uneven surfaces and keep her posture in line.
Your home is so lovely - funny that your kitty still climbs the tree! I see Pam Anderson on Substack (where I write in addition to my blog). I love that she's having a comeback!
Patricia I hope that you are enjoying walking with the Nordic Poles...I saw many people using the poles since I purchased mine and I never really noticed before! sending you Christmas Greetings from The Humble Bungalow.
XO
Ouch indeed! Thankfully I did not chip any teeth!!
Your mom, and her walks with you, is a wonderful example to those of us who read your blog.
Pamela has completely reinvented herself....I am very impressed by her strength, creativity and determination. Her newsletters are very inspiring.
Happy Holidays Sheila!
That sounds like a nasty fall. But it seems you are bouncing back with such grace and optimism - inspiring!
How exciting to find a new skincare range that makes a difference. All your Christmas decorations are so pretty. We haven't put our tree up. It will be interesting to see how our now one year old cat reacts. Sorry you had a fall. Very proactive of you to purchase the walking poles. I have had two concussions this year. The first was the most severe, with a cut on the top of the head. The second, likely a product of my impaired balance from the first. My recovery has been very slow. Glacial. But everyone is different. And I think the second bang on the head didn't help - maybe a safety helmet for me for Christmas. All the best for your recovery from the fall. And a happy Christmas to you and your family Leslie. Your blog with the great photos always brightens my day. Thank you for cheering me over the year with your gardening, cooking, travels, books and more. Best wishes ❤.
I hope you continue to heal well. The walking sticks sound like a great idea. Merry Christmas!
Hi Leslie, another super post, but I could have done without reading about your fall. Thank goodness nothing was broken, and I do like the idea of using walking poles. I had a fall while out walking several years ago. I was walking with others, and tripped over an uneven footpath. I was badly bruised, but luckily nothing was broken. Fortunately council repaired the path quickly. We are easing into summer here, but our temps have a way to go yet. Christmas Wishes from New Zealand.
Sorry to hear about your fall. Hopefully the walking poles will be a great help. I live in fear of falling as I have two replacement joints already, can’t do any more damage.😊 Enjoy the holiday season !
So sorry to hear you had a fall, the walking poles sound like a good idea. I will have a look at Pamela Anderson's instagram, and will be baking some chocolate chip cookies for my family, some for Christmas and some to take home with them. Happy Holidays to you! Vicki
Those hydragenas look like butterflies all gathered together.
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