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The chancel of the Herz-Jesu-Kirche, a church with an Art Nouveau interior. The church is located in Pfersee, a district of Augsburg, and was consecrated in 1910.
We bought this train set when the children were very young. They're both much older now and one lives in his own home but this year they wanted the whole train track out under the tree. We re-arranged the whole house to make space for it, the children were sent out to buy new batteries, as the old batteries had corroded inside and put some new oil in for the smoke effect. We eagerly awaited the resurrection of the Christmas train. Switched it on and ... nothing. It makes a noise but doesn't move. All that effort ...
This is all I need. After Kayla's diagnosis of a brain tumor this summer and a big setback just a few weeks ago I've been given the gift of another Christmas with her.
Kyle and his 2 girls arrived at our house, just in time to enjoy this beautiful sunset together! Then, we enjoyed our small and simple little family Christmas. Sweet times.
I cannot believe it is Christmas tomorrow!
Merry Christmas to all!
Taken in Abbots Langley. All rights reserved by Amanda Ramsay.
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Here is ALL my Xmas and I've over it for another year;-)
Merry Christmas to my Flickr friends !
The small and enchanting cobbled streets of Tallinn are brought to life during the winter period with a light dusting of snow on rooftops and pavements.
On the north-eastern edge of the Baltic Sea, Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe, and as such the old town area is included in Unesco's world heritage list. The aura of the 14th and 15th centuries survives intact in Tallinn's old town, through its jumble of medieval walls and turrets, needling spires and winding cobbled streets. The city can be easily explored on foot, which is the best way to see the historic old town and absorb the atmosphere and bright activity of its bustling squares.
Like other Baltic capitals, Tallinn's main square is the center of celebrations for New Year's Eve. Private parties, concerts, and balls are hosted by restaurants, hotels, clubs, and other venues to ring in the new year. If you plan to stick out the evening in Tallinn's squares, dress warmly - the Estonian capital is cold in December!
Taken last year in the Nottingham arcade behind 'slab square'.
Nottingham always puts on a better Christmas show than Derby, my hometown.
I'm a tad embarrassed that Derby's civic tree, although satisfyingly tall, is decorated with a string of lights that look as though they came second-hand from the end of a run-down pier.
Neighbouring Stafford, a smaller town than Derby, has a well decorated tree too, it's a stunner
I may just post a pic to illustrate later during the holiday.
For all my friends. For some of you St. Nicholas has already come, for some he is on his way and for others there is a little time to wait yet, but for all of you - wherever you are - this is my small gift for you. It comes with love, thanks, best wishes and hope for happiness and an even better year to come. Merry Christmas!
I've been gazing in windows myself, this morning... hoping for inspiration about presents to buy. I'm not very organised when it comes to Christmas, usually leaving things to the last minute. There's nothing quite like a dose of adrenaline to get things done!
Thanks for your visit!
After the hustle and bustle of the season, don't forget to make it a December to remember.
Credits: Narissa dress by Pink Cfeam Pie (Advent Calendar gift), Radiance hair by Truth, Socks 880 by Believe, Katrina heels by Cult, Dirty Santa Shop Backdrop and Christmas Rickshaw by Synnergy (2023 Advent gifts).
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
How are thy leaves so verdant?
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
How are thy leaves so verdant?
Not only in the summertime,
But even in winter is thy prime.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
How are thy leaves so verdant?
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
Much pleasure doth thou bring me.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
Much pleasure doth thou bring me!
For every year the Christmas tree,
Brings to us all both joy and glee.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
Much pleasure doth thou bring me!
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
Thy candles shine out brightly.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
Thy candles shine out brightly!
Each bough doth hold its tiny light,
That makes each toy to sparkle bright.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
Thy candles shine out brightly!
This is Victoria Street, Edinburgh. I had originally intended this to be a colour shot but the decorations are white and the buidlings didn't give much contrast in the low light.
I was on the safe side of the railing with my camera on a tripod over the railing.
Merry Christmas to all of you dear friends I wish you the best !!!
I'm sorry for don't be present these days on flickr it's because i have lot of things to do and prepare for our Christmas hollydays.
See you in two weeks, until then have happy holidays even if you are alone with your familly or with friends!!
Kisses and hugs i'll be missing you a lot!!
P.S Where i'm going it's a surprise,i'll tell you when i'll come back!!;)
A Horse Christmas
The young couple had made their usual hurried, pre-Christmas visit to the little farm where dwelt their elderly parents with their small herd of horses. The farm had been named Lone Pine Farm because of the huge pine which topped the hill behind the farm, and through the years had become a talisman to the old man and his wife, and a landmark in the countryside.
The old folks no longer showed their horses, for the years had taken their toll, but they sold a few foals each year, and the horses were their reason for joy in the morning and contentment at day's end. Crossly, as they prepared to leave, the young couple confronted the old folks. "Why do you not at least dispose of "The Old One". She is no longer of use to you. It's been years since you've had foals from her. You should cut corners and save where you can. Why do you keep her anyway?"
The old man looked down as his worn boot scuffed at the barn floor and his arm stole defensively about the Old One's neck as he drew her to him and rubbed her gently behind the ears. He replied softly, "We keep her because of love. Only because of love."
Baffled and irritated, the young folks wished the old man and his wife a Merry Christmas and headed back toward the city as darkness stole through the valley.
So it was, that because of the leave-taking, no one noticed the insulation smoldering on the frayed wires in the old barn. None saw
the first spark fall.
None but the Old One".
In a matter of minutes, the whole barn was ablaze and the hungry flames were licking at the loft full of hay. With a cry of horror and
despair, the old man shouted to his wife to call for help as he raced to the barn to save their beloved horses. But the flames were roaring now, and the blazing heat drove him back. He sank sobbing to the ground, helpless before the fire's fury. By the time the fire
department arrived, only smoking, glowing ruins were left, and the old man and his wife. They thanked those who had come to their aid, and the old man turned to his wife, resting her white head upon his shoulders as he clumsily dried her tears with a frayed red bandana. Brokenly he whispered, "We have lost much, but God has spared our home on this eve of Christmas. Let us, therefore, climb the hill to the old pine where we have sought comfort in times of despair. We will look down upon our home and give thanks to God that it has been spared."
And so, he took her by the hand and helped her up the snowy hill as he brushed aside his own tears with the back of his hand. As they stepped over the little knoll at the crest of the hill, they looked up and gasped in amazement at the incredible beauty before them. Seemingly, every glorious, brilliant star in the heavens was caught up in the glittering, snow-frosted branches of their beloved pine, and it was aglow with heavenly candles. And poised on its top most bough, a crystal crescent moon glistened like spun glass. Never had a mere mortal created a Christmas tree such as this.
Suddenly, the old man gave a cry of wonder and incredible joy as he pulled his wife forward. There, beneath the tree, was their Christmas gift. Bedded down about the "Old One" close to the truck of the tree, was the entire herd, safe. At the first hint of smoke, she had pushed the door ajar with her muzzle and had led the horses through it. Slowly and with great dignity, never looking back, she had led them up the hill, stepping daintily through the snow. The foals were frightened and dashed about. The skittish yearlings looked back at the crackling, hungry flames, and tucked their tails under them as they licked their lips and hopped like rabbits. The mares pressed uneasily against the "Old One" as she moved calmly up the hill and to safety beneath the pine. And now, she lay among them and gazed at the faces of those she loved. Her body was brittle with years, but the golden eyes were filled with devotion as she offered her gift - Because of love.
Only Because of love.
While I was at Guingamp, (last year), we had a wonderful Christmas Eve party, with loads of silly things to play with and our "party hats.".
The tube at the back, with the little polystyrene ball on the top, was the best. You put the little balls into the tube and blew down it - shooting them everywhere. We were still finding them a week after Christmas!
We were also lucky that someone found some Christmas crackers, (they aren't that popular here - as yet). Mine had the little green football rattle in it - just behind the candy cane, and it works!
These have now all become part of our Christmas decorations for the bookshelf at home. But, I'm now having to use 2 shelves, so double trouble for Izzy!!
Better viewed large, and thank you for your favourites. :)
Christmas this year will be so different for many people and will carry with it severe sorrows. I wish you all some sort of solace, peace and even moments of joy. I know that thousands of people feel great concern for those who have suffered most in this pandemic so that even if you do not feel it, know that people care and you are being supported by the thoughts of many. It has struck me that we could do with a 2 minutes silence on Christmas day when we think supportive thoughts for each other all over the world. My energy is nearly used up but if anyone thinks of making the suggestion on social media, radio programmes or something----?
I am not able to follow any more members or post to groups due to low energy.
"Christmas 'shmistmas', just let me sleep"!!!
Our tradition is to try and get the Christmas decorations up the first weekend in December and we were particularly keen this year as we had family popping in on Sunday for a cuppa. JJ and I ordered a new tree this year - a white one - I always used to be a bit negative about white ones but we thought it would show the colourful decs and lights off well and it was a very cheap bargain. We have several artificial Christmas trees in our loft now but I heard it's fine as long as you keep your tree at least 11 years (to make it equally environmentally friendly compared to a real tree). We will keep our trees a lifetime!!
Christmas is in the air at my Mom's house! Her birthday bouquet from Dec. 1st is also in this shot! I thought I'd share this lttle corner of her home with you all =)
Trying out my new Canon G5X MkII. Bought it last month and so far I am happy with what I got. But you tell me!
It has been snowing a lot recently in Seattle and I finally found a short window when the weather looked clear and went to a local city park where we have this landmark lighthouse. My vision was to shoot this lighthouse under snowy condition, but surprisingly there was not much snow left when I got there. I walked around the lighthouse and only found this pocket of snow on these logs. It was a relatively messy scene, but I found these two logs intersecting each other and they lead your eye right to the lighthouse. I am really glad how this image turned out and Merry Christmas everyone who have followed, liked or simply came across my photos during this year. I hope you can continue supporting my work and I will have more images to post in the future!