Readers' Reasons

Angie has given me 10 great reasons why she loves winter! -




  • Snuggling up on the sofa with a fleecy blanket

  • My hot water bottle comes out of hibernation!

  • Watching the robins happily exploring my garden

  • My beautiful christmas tree

  • Great programmes on the telly

  • Watching my grandson in his first nativity play

  • Making all my christmas cards – all 150 of them!

  • The smell of mince pies baking!!!

  • Waking up to see the garden white over with snow

  • Opening the curtains and spotting a cobweb highlighted with overnight frost




  • Reasons I like winter by Anita-

    1. Can be more reflective
    2. Can wear comfy clothes fleece jackets etc.
    3. Can find time to do creative projects: such as art work, write a poem or letter.
    4. Can watch Picchu more. Sometimes my yard cat actually comes on my bed and sleeps.
    5. Can spread the Christmas spirit 
    6. Can enjoy trekking through water in boots in the rain.
    7. Can hibernate, sleep, sip cocoa or a cup of nice tea
    8. Can play piano and make up a tune
    9. Can invite guests in around Christmas and have some sweets to eat and some good food.
    10. Can cook soups and stews all in one pot meals.
    11. Can light candles and after 5 it gets dark, so they light up the room.
    12. Can read my Nook Color and view all those lovely photos of Gardens



    (A note from Ann - Nook Color = here)
           









    Kally has many reasons why she loves Winter - some of them are :

    • Opening up your Advent calendar
    • Drinking mulled wine
    • Making &/or Eating Mince Pies
    • Nativity Plays
    • Christmas Carols
    • Midnight Mass
    • Cosy Jumpers & Thick Socks
    • Comfort Foods
    Thanks Kally!! xx