Never tried Baileys but be warned, there is a whole bottle of it in the cake and also a bottle of cherry brandy! That is before it was cooked, as soon as it came out the oven it was rum I sloshed in. Not allowed to drive even if you have just sniffed it so better settle down for a long stay.
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Seems ages since we had a quiet corner bolt hole, so how about a new seasonal one ?
Just a little spot to come and visit from time to time and re-charge batteries. Nothing heavy or serious ever happens in here, it's a place for bantering and smiling.
If it's a Grotto, maybe a few twinkly lights over the entrance? Plenty of squishy sofas for relaxing. I've left a plate of mince pies on the table and a flask of hot chocolate, so help yourselves.
Does anyone have any nice scented candles?
That is a very comfortable settee...where is everyone? Oh dear, must have dropped off. Good morning, all. Better go to bed. 
grace I will sample your Baileys just for research you understand 
it will be useful if we can find out what shelf life it has.
Reinforcements have arrived.............I went out to our garage before supper to see what we had in the wine rack and found an unopened litre bottle of BAILEYS! !!
I can only think I bought it for Christmas last year and somehow missed it. I can assure you there is no "best before "for Baileys, it tastes just as good Calloo callay!!
Re Christmas Radio Times - is that the one with The Snowman on the front?
Looking after little boys last Monday, 2 1/2 year-old wanted me to read a "magazine, Granny" to him. Yes, it was the Radio Times!
It took quite a lot of imagination and invention on Granny's part.
Oh, all right then! You are a great provider, Moved. Thank you - have a 
or two. Oooh, it's nice here...
Sorry Ariadne no chips but I could bring a really boozy cake?
Chips.... 
Lovely cheery post Movedalot! I'm feeling fine and dandy too Other friends and family all going down with a range of 'this time of year' bugs, but I tend to somehow duck and avoid them. (Unless it's nits. Don't even go there 
)
Sorry for anyone feeling run down....it always seems worse at this time of year when there's so much to do. We'll all budge up to make room for any other poorly peeps. Chest rub with Vicks anyone? 
Movedalot - drugs, booze, hugs, what more could we ask for? Oh yes - got any food?
I really, really fancy some chips. Anyone else? Where's the nearest chippie? I'll just finish this nice Sauvignon Blanc and think about it..
Hi everyone been away from the grotto for a few days as I have been too busy but I'm back with cake, chocolate and more brandy as you seem to have drunk it all.
Now who needs cheering up and what can I do for you? Paracetamol? Hug? more booze? I'm feeling fantastic and want you all to be so too. 
have started with you because it Friday and wet,have off school sickness and neediness,am sitting under table hiding..
Looks like I'm on my ownsome here. It's wet, dark and miserable and I am just back from the dentist/hygienist. Better not tuck into anything that's left over, in order to keep my gnashers pristine so will just help myself to a small, liquid, alcoholic refreshment sooked through a straw while I wait for someone to join me
notso when we were still at home the three of us would
fight over who read Christmas viewers first
Oh it's nice to come here and take a few deep breaths before the day kicks in. I hope your out of sorts gets sorted glass
I bought the Christmas Radio Times yesterday,which is always the sign that it wont be long! I mentioned this to the checkout lady at Waitrose, she said in their family the first viewing of the Christmas Coca Cola advert is the signal that it wont be long!
Better get the sprouts on!!!!
Morning kitty just popped in for a little peace before it all starts again today, at least I am up at a more civilised hour this morning its.been 4,30 and 5 am the two mornings previous Dh has been all over the Country so early starts and late finishes. 
feel a bit out of sorts but the peace and strong cup of tea will soon sort that out.
Gracesmum - great poem. I'll have George when you've done with him 
but not today, I'm too tired.
I'm in here early because DH has a cold. I have too but his is worse and it causes him to throw himself round the bed snorting and puffing. So, if no one minds, I'l; just snuggle up in that corner with a duvet and some hot chocolate with a big dollop of cream - bliss
Let me in quick! Need a bit of relaxation.Just eaten 3 pieces of toast and marmite with a glass of vodka-yum
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