Christmas in November

It’s our third ‘Christmas in November’ and by far the earliest. Seasonal decorations are limited to a Christmas tablecloth and crackers, dinner is chicken rather than turkey, and crumble replaces Christmas pudding - but the important thing is that we’re all together. 

By early evening it’s time for Simon and Lloyd to catch their train back to London, though Daniel, Solveig and Lili stay until the morning. 

Today’s main is ‘Christmas dinner’ - though it’s a pity I waited until the plates were empty, and there’s  an extra of Lili destroying her party hat!