Okay, so this is going to be the first of probably many Christmas posts. I'm sorry. I can't help it. I unashamedly LOVE Christmas. I'm being nosy on this one and I want to know - what's on your Christmas list this year? Do you write an actual list?
I know it takes some of the fun away but I have to write a list. Actually I don't write a list, I create one on Kaboodle, but there is always a list. Mr M insists on it as he proclaims I am very difficult to buy for (in fairness, I probably am) and I don't really mind because a) lists are an obsession of mine and b) I know I'll get presents I love. It's a win/win situation. It still manages to be a surprise as I won't get everything off my list so I never quite know what I am getting and he does have some creative license in that I might say I want pyjamas or gloves and then he chooses which ones. We also do stockings for each other which means he does have to put a little bit of his own thought into present buying...
So here are some of the things on my list this year.
The Tudors Season 2. Always have to have a box set on the list.
Alison Weir books. I love them all & these have been on my list for ages.
Okay. I know it's really naff but I loved it at the cinema, alright.
Nice big mug for my winter hot chocolate. Emma Bridgewater naturally.
Mini morsel set from Lakeland. Possibly one of the strangest things I've ever asked for from Old Saint Nick.
A must have. I have a copy already *cough* but I need the real deal.
Gorgeous new perfume is always a staple present for me. Can't wait for this one. (Mr M if you're reading...don't forget it).
New Jamie O book. I nearly bought it a couple of weeks ago but Mr M said why not save it for a present. What's the betting he doesn't even buy it?
Urban Decay Naked palette. I already know I have this as I made him order it a few weeks ago in case it went out of stock. Pushy? Who? Me?
Philosophy smellies. I ask for these every year and never get them as he leaves it until last minute and then they go out of stock. Might have to pick some up myself this week in John Lewis.
Chunky socks - don't laugh, it's my thing.
New Moon 2011 calender. I'm saying nothing. It's not for me. Honest ' guv.
So there, that's the highlights from my list. Looking at it now, it's slightly odd isn't it? C'mon, share with me - what are you hoping that Santa brings you this year?
love & kisses
Mrs M x
Mrs M x
PS This is not a sponsored post, however if anyone does want to send me large amounts of Twilight-related gubbins and strange kitchen implements - please do feel free.
That's a good list - and I hope Santa brings it all!
ReplyDeleteFirst on my list every year is Matthew Rice's 'Year in the Country' calendar. And I've been assured that the 2011 version is already on its way. After that, this year's list includes: Harkmark 1940 Ford 'Christmas tree' truck ornament (which reminds me of my grandfather and our 'tree-hunting' expeditions), "Kirstie's Handmade Home" book, 'No Sleep 'til Brooklyn' bangle from Kate Spade (which I may have already purchased), and a refill of Kiehl's Musk No.1.
Merry happy!
I have just finished a bottle of Flowerbomb. Love it.
ReplyDeleteI love writing lists too but I would much prefer surprises. I just hope that I've forgotten what I put on my list by the time I get to open it.
Socks. I always like socks, especially rainbow striped ones. I'd also really like some new pyjamas and a dressing gown, mine have seen better days!
ReplyDeleteOooh, see, I never write a list as such, but I do have an amazon wishlist, and I tend to drop A LOT of hints. Like on the phone to my mother last night when I said "Here's an idea for you, if the boys [my brothers] need an idea for Christmas presents for me, tell them I need a new potato peeler. And I want one of those ergonomic, easy-grip beauties, not a 49p Wilkos job!"
ReplyDeleteI also am hoping that someone will buy me National Trust membership this year, and that someone crafty will make me one of these - http://craftychristmasclub.blogspot.com/2010/11/snuggly-snoods.html.
But I am told I'm REALLY easy to buy for, and that writing a list takes the fun out of shopping for me, so I try to be non-prescriptive.
The Inveterate Optimist - that's a good list too! Some interesting things.
ReplyDeleteBaglady - Flowerbomb is gorgeous isn't it, don't get it very often as it's quite expensive so will have to use it sparingly!
Ms C - Socks and PJs are a standard. I never buy them for myself so I rely on Christmas!
secondhandshopper - If I don't write a list, it's highly likely I don't get anything! (That once happened...but he made it up to me big style).
Oooo what a lovely little list - I shall blog my own & insist on Mr W reading it!
ReplyDeleteOh I have to get my thinking cap on!!!
ReplyDeleteLove (most of) your list - my amazon wish list is a mile long - but all they do in this house is add to it!!!!!
Hee hee, I don't have a list! My hubby already bought me some new straighteners and my parents have given us some money towards some new flooring for our lounge.....there isn't really many others left to buy me presents! lol, I'm happy, I don't need anything! Might ask hubby to buy me 'Lie to Me' on DVD (the TV series that is.....realised this eve that it's also the title of a porn movie :o/
ReplyDeleteHope santa is good to you!
P.S I love Christmas too!!!