christmas

We took dear child to see grandparents today. He loved it. We think this is the first Christmas that he may have memories of when he gets older. He has been very aware that Christmas has been looming, he has taken note of the days up to Christmas through his advent calendar and lessons at school, such as making cards and learning songs.

We have had very strong winds this evening (40-45mph) making the drive from grandparents to home very difficult.

Last night dear child needed nearly an hour hand a half of reading to get him to go to sleep. In the end I had to give up and say that my jaw was aching and that I had to stop. He went to sleep a short while after. We had finished The Borrowers and started The Bear.

Tonight I continued with another chapter from the book.

Dear child now starts sentences with "Well, if I’m honest …"