Have a great time with the family, Ariadne and say 'hello' to Gloucestershire for me.
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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?
nfk I have had a much more relaxed day than expected little one didnt wake until 8am which is 1.5 hrs later than usual, which knocked everything back a bit but we just went with the flow not worth worrying over times! I received some perfect presents, spent time with some lovely people and had a surprise phone call from a very special friend so all in all it was a good day, but nice to sit down. 
your day seems to have gone well.
Fared/faired much better than expected thanks Glass. Nice pressies, relaxing start, transporting dinner over to my mother's was easier than expected. Quiet afternoon and back in time for Dr Who and Downton.
Just time to pop in for a last quick glass. 
Cheers. How was your day?
Phewwwwwwwwww thats it a seat and a glass or two, how have you all faired or fared I dont know but you get the gist 
Just made a last minute choccie log for the little'ies. Got one paper chain hanging from a single drawing pin which needs sorting out. Then just got to locate the pressies from various cupboards. And that's me done!
Happy Christmas everyone.
Ana Thanks for reminding us. The Quiet Corner holds happy memories for me. 
Cosy corner sounds perfect.
No notso let's find a nice cheerful name for it. . Things have been so much nicer on GN the last couple of weeks, it would be great if we could keep it up.
Perhaps some of you have suggestions?
Mine is The Hidey Hole but I am sure there are much better ideas.
In the New Year when the Grotto season is over, shall we change the name of this place to the Grotty?
Rushing around like idiots, probably, Moved - we're not all as super-organised as you! 
I've been doing a last-minute vacuum and will have to go and clean the basin in the downstairs loo as OH washes his oily hands in there after fixing car bits and it looks permanently grubby....
Where are you all? It's lonely in here 
Just popping in for a bracing coffee before the challenge of the supermarket for the last few fresh things. Then back home to ice the biscuits and prepare tomorrow's veg! Don't tell me they are more nutritious done just before cooking, I know that, this is the only time in the year I do it!
Then setting the dining table for tomorrow, a shower and then its CHRISTMAS!
If I don't get back in later today I wish you all a very, very happy Christmas doing whatever gives you pleasure.
PS, have to collect tennis ball from a friend when we are out - don't ask!
Just popping in to say that I've had a great time recouping in here but will be really busy from now on. Hopefully the grotto won't dissolve before Boxing Day because I'm sure we could all do with a bit of relaxation by then.
Happy Christmas to you all - see you well it's all over.
notso are you telling me you haven't got your sprouts on yet
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