Christmas celebrations started on Christmas eve when we were all treated to great food and company at Theresa and Steve's home. The next morning around 11 am we all went to Liz and Dave's home for more food, champange and orange juice in preparation for opening of the Christmas presents. Then home again to prepare the roast lamb and trifle. This along with the Christmas cake was our contribution to Christmas feast. Many of the homes in Eden Roc, our subdivision were brightly decorated and below is an example. There were sparkling lights on many houses.
Having spent the last 3 Christmas' in Canada with our great Canadian friends and lots of snow outside it was still cool enough to light a fire at Liz and Dave's. However, there was no snow.
Christmas is about having time with family and friends and our extended Texas family truly made us welcome.
Dave and Steve are both British and their wives Liz and Theresa lived in the UK for many years so a trifle was a favourite dessert for our Brits. Liz was doing an excellent job of serving it up to all.
Liz also made a delicious steamed pudding, something we had not eaten for 3 years and it was just great.
We even had a traditional Christmas cake.
After dining it was time to clean up and as you can see Dave is doing an excellent job of it.
It was so nice to spend this Christmas with our Texas family who are always so welcoming and kind.
We hope that you all had the opportunity to share your day with those you care about and may 2012 be a good year for all.
Best wishes,
Bev and Ross
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