I’m 71 and can relate to a lot of what you’re saying about Christmas and pubs family etc. The Boot in St Albans squashed up at the bar trying to get served 🎉 😅 we (my family) used to alternate each year with my Auntie/Uncle cousins and my grandparents were there too, we had a reel to reel tape recorder (very posh back then) and would just leave it running/recording all afternoon and to play it back……well a lot of talking, laughing some drunk, lovely to listen back to but hard to decipher who was talking over the each other. But the memory I have is of my dad and grandad smoking cigars which I loved and still do if I catch the smell which is very rare these days if any. I remember going to a circus back in 1973 in Watford it’s the only one I’ve seen. That was a lovely catch up with Christmas Day tv Linda thanks for that. John Wayne my Dad’s favourite but not mine either. Look forward to your next video 😊
@@carolschobs2621 Your message was really nostalgic for me, too, Carol. Who would have thought things would be so different 50 years on?😞 See you next week x
I used to love going to the pubs in England, especially on Christmas Eve, you are right, Linda, Christmas Eve has a very special feel about it. Do miss the pub scene, not the same anymore. Thanks for a lovely video and a giggle ❤❤❤
My major dislike is Christmas things in shops in September, plus the Christmas music playing so early on radio and shops. Don’t mind a week or so before .
I enjoyed your company today, as usual. On a scale from 1 to 10, I give Christmas a 4. My favorite part of the holiday is attending Christmas programs and concerts performed by children and young adults. I also like to exchange Christmas cards, sing Christmas hymns and worship. You joked about spreading joy, but you really do spread joy and make me laugh. Take care, Anna
@@Anna_Maine Hi Anna, good to hear from you. All the things that you mention that you enjoy are what the true meaning of Christmas is about - celebrating the birth of Christ and I think it's wonderful that doing those things brings you joy 😊 Hope to see you again soon x
Hi Linda, I went to my Daughters this weekend, and you would never guess I bought a small Christmas tree and some small fairy lights 😉 I'm not going overboard with all the decorations I know 🤣🤣. You made me think about putting some cheer for Christmas for a change 😜I need to get a few tree decorations still, but its a start, I'm not saying I'm going to have boxes full like you but I'm making a start 😂😂😂 having saying that I just want to thank you for the inspiration to change my mind set on Christmas. ❤❤🥰
Good morning Julie! This messages has made the start of my week so joyful! Yours is one of the sweetest comments I've had and I'm so pleased you're bringing a little bit of sparkle to those long dark days - and, you feel inspired by watching me! Of course, I pointed out to current husband that you found me inspirational - but he's not convinced!! Seriously though, I'm very touched. Thank you so much for the kind message and see you soon x
Loved the video I had a good laugh when you read out the days tv apart from the 2 you mentioned there’s several others that shall not be named but did we ever imagine then that in the future they would be “persona non grata “ 💕
Hi Pauline. It was a bit of an eye opener, reading out the TV shows of the day, and the names of the trusted people that had us all fooled! Good to hear from you x
Hello Linda I absolutely love Christmas, so many happy memories with my parents and sisters and then husband and children. Loved my children small and so excited. Your Christmas memories are lovely too. We are the lucky ones as so many have no one. Have a lovely weekend love Jean🌻
I loved hearing your Christmas likes and dislikes Linda ! For us, Christmas 'aint what it used to be, but we still enjoy ourselves (only me and hubby, we have no kids, grandkids or close family) We have been out for Christmas lunch in hotels, which is ok (no cooking or washing up 😄), or we go away on Boxing Day until New Years Eve, which is lovely. Years ago I used to go to Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, and although I"m not particularly religious, I thought it was beautiful !! I also like SOME Christmas Songs, they are earworms, 🪱🪱and I wake up singing them in my head 🙄 I like lights and decorations, Christmas candles, seeing children getting excited, lovely grub 😜,and going for a walk (weather permitting!) I dislike shopping, the lack of decent tv, adverts (don't know why....I find this year they are mainly awful , except Lidl 😂) My hubby just gave me a look, I was sniggering at what you were saying ( He who shall not be named beginning with J and ending with S*****E 👿 Enjoy pimping your balls 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hiya !!! Memory lane eh ? Christmas was always magical growing up and still is. I love putting the tree up enjoying good food and drink the pressies and going for a walk. Fairy lights are a fav and keep some on my bookcase all year. I hate cooking washing up and tidying the tree and decs away after. Theres always something staring you in the face that should have been packed away with everything else so spends all year in a seperate place instead 🫤 gave up on TV and only have youtube and netflix now but theres always something good on those like you for example. Take care catch you on the next one 😊❤xx
Linda loved listening to your likes and dislikes on Christmas ❤ I am 65 and i remember when we looked forward to going to the pub meeting up with friends and neighbours such happy times ❤ it’s all repeats on the tv now I tend to watch you tube more than the tv and in my older age I just enjoy reading and doing jigsaws now me and the hubby go to a social club on a Saturday night where there’s an Artist and bingo ❤ looking forward to watching your next video ❤️
Hi Linda I do know of the programmes you mentioned but to be honest I was never a TV watcher and even at 16 had to be in bed by 7.30 . Don't really watch the telly now to be honest but watch YT on an evening if I'm not crafting. Love Christmas and will love it even more this year as my Son is coming home this year with my three Grandchildren after not seeing them for 4 years. Im with you where fairy lights are concerned Linda I have them all over the place, if I could I'd open a shop and call it Fairylights R us 🙂
@@ingridarnot3162 🤣🤣 I'm so pleased you're seeing your lovely family after such a long time. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas x Have a good weekend Ingrid x
Hi Linda another great video I love Christmas the build up to it but i do find it gets stressful buying presents I not keen on grocery shopping Oh on Christmas day after lunch when you feel stuffed to the brim i go and have a nap leave the others Take care xx
Great video as always Linda you always manage to make me laugh. Being a hairdresser all my life, way back when everyone went to the hairdressers every week I always hated Christmas week it was so busy . I was always happy when Christmas Eve was on a Sunday as you couldn’t open in them days . Other wise it was up very early some shops I worked in would open at 6am and work till about 4. Then I’d go out clubbing in Liverpool, walk half way home before you got a taxi and felt half dead on Christmas Day !! Loved Christmas as a child have very happy memories of those days and remember most of the programs you mentioned. My hubby and I have been together 30 years the 1st 16 years he was a shift worker so Christmas for us was very different depending on what shift he was on. I think he only had about 3 Christmas days off in all them years. I remember he worked 7 New Year’s Eve’s on the trot. Obviously since he retired things are different he’s just glad them days are over in all he did 37 years of shifts . Opposite us there is a block of flats , one flat has a Christmas tree lit up every night of the year it’s like one of the tube ones with like flashing lights running through it with a star on the top everyone to there own I guess. X
@@wendywebster-sv2li Hi Wendy! Previous Husband had a job where he worked shifts, so I well know the inconvenience of living like that, although it does become your normal, after a while! Those hairdressing hours you worked sound a bit much, but everyone seems to want a new 'do' for Christmas, don't they? Hope you made lots of extra with your tips?! I'm glad you enjoyed watching the video and enjoy the weekend x
I saw your notification that you'd uploaded. I got excited. I love your videos especially whe they are longer ones. I love your dry sense of humour. I wait until I know I won't be disturbed so I can sit down and savour your videos. I just love all things Christmas. I enjoy the build up, the atmosphere, the Christmas ads (although I've found them disappointing this year - I prefer traditional Christmas). You do make laugh out loud. Thank you.
Hi Linda, it was fun to hear your perspective on the joys and otherwise, of Christmas. music That's a favourite for me and I find myself humming along tunelessly as I'm shopping, even the dreaded Slade's 'And here it is, Merry Christmas, everybody's having fun' which ought really to be flung in room 101, and I do readily acknowledge isn't true and I'm sure could make the vulnerable feel suicidal it's so dreary and hackneyed. ( I have to be a bit careful about Christmas myself as it's apt to be a tricky time for me too, because of past wounds.) But I do love the run up to Christmas, more than Christmas itself. The markets, the dark and cold afternoons, and yes, I adore fairy lights. I love their twinkle, and I put them up anywhere I can. I have a memory though, from childhood, of real candles on the Christmas tree. Absolutely unthinkable nowadays because it's so dangerous, but that's how it was at home. Little candy twist candles in clip on holders. And of course the tree was a real one. They were only lit on Christmas afternoon and mum stood by to supervise closely with a bucket of water and an old blanket, just in case. It was actually magical as the lights were turned off and the only light in the room was the tree candles and the glow and flicker of a real coal fire. I've asked so many people, but I can't find anyone else who remembers this. Even people of a similar age all seemed to have had electric tree lights. Well you've piqued my interest in Christmas a bit more than was the case, so thank you very much.... See you next time!
@@missmerrily4830 Hello, Miss Merrily! Your Christmas sounds like a scene from a Charles Dickens novel - I bet it was magical. We were one of those families that had a half tinsel, half plastic type tree which was rather elderly! Mum would decorate it and the tree lights (multicoloured) would always flicker and go off and dad would have to try to find the faulty bulb!! Fond memories. See you in the next one x
Hi Linda love Christmas and Christmas tree I like to have all the family together for Christmas dinner I love to listen to music I could do a lot of things for Christmas I have like a lot of Christmas film thanks for sharing with us Linda xx
Thank you Linda, you sent me off on a trip of yester-year TV. Some of it was good and some was rubbish but I had forgotten what it was like😂. Really enjoyed today's video. You look more comfortable in your repurposed room. Look forward to Tuesday. Take care. X
I love Christmas Decorations, actually love our village carol service, and some Christmas music. I hate where our TV shows have ended up!?!?!?! Whether Christmas or the rest of the year the main 5 channels are so old hat. They really do need to buck up the offerings!! Sadly I am that person who sorts the decorations into colour order, in separate boxes, labelled with colour and room/tree they belong too. We are up to three trees ... much to other half's disgust ... and now we have a grandchild I do wonder how long they will remain standing for , haha!
You can come to me and sort my baubles into colour order any time, Glitter & Sparkle!! I bet your house looks fabulous and everything sounds perfect where you live - and thankyou for the message. See you soon x
Quite agree with you regarding tv programmes, I also do not watch the TV these days, I am older than you, so can also remember the good old comedy and variety shows. The programmes were more uplifting in those days, with no sex or profanities.😂😂
@@yvonnet.7932 I think the fact that we have hundreds of channels to stream there days probably gives the terrestrial channels the excuse not to bother. The flaw in that plan is that the streaming channels don't have much on either!! Thank you for the comment, Yvonne x
Hi Linda, enjoyed your likes and dislikes. I agree Christmas was usually the time all good programmes were on and something to enjoy. It’s full of repeats now a days , we don’t even have a t v anymore it’s just rubbish these days. Now all our viewing is on our I pads , Netflix etc. The small wreaths from Hobbycraft were very cute . Thanks for another lovely chat x
Hi Linda..as you mentioned Christmas is all about memories throughout your life. In recent years I’ve been fascinated about different traditions , my daughter in law for instance has been brought up to open her presents at 4pm..how could she wait that long as a child but she has passed that tradition on to her children. My son in law didn’t eat Christmas lunch until late afternoon I’m afraid we’ve changed that 😂 but everyone has their own traditions set in stone don’t they? I had no idea how to cook a turkey when I got married, my Mum told me to leave it in a very low oven overnight. My oven was super efficient when I opened the door the turkey was waving a white flag!! Great video Linda, you’re always entertaining. 🎄 x
Ooh, I wonder what was significant about 4pm, Rita!? I suppose we all assume everyone has the same traditions, but obviously we don't! That turkey cooking overnight thing sounds familiar. I think my Mum did that! Happy days x
Hi Linda, Loved your video. I love Christmas and I'll be talking about what I do and how I go about celebrating in my next video. I thought I might as well get fully on board the same TH-cam Christmas Train that everyone appears to be on. See you next time 🙂
Hi from an American subscriber. Describe for me the Top of the Pops tv show-all the musicians you mentioned didn’t perform live, on stage for the Christmas program, did they? We had American Bandstand hosted by Dick Clark in the 1960s, he introduced live acts for the teenage audience to dance to but usually only one band per episode. Was that show imported to the UK? As far as I know Top of the Pops was not aired on USA tv. I still say our generation has the best music (I’m 69). Mary
Hi Mary and thank you for subscribing and watching! Top of the Pops was a tv pop music show televised from the1964 to the mid 2000s, featuring artists in the UK charts. There was also a studio audience that would dance along to the music! Radio DJs of the time were the presenters. There was a chart countdown. Some of the performers would be in the studio (usually lip syncing) and others would appear on film or videos. EVERYONE in the UK would tune in!! I've heard of American Bandstand but don't think it was televised on a regular basis in the UK. Hope this explains it?! My Favourite music is Tamla Motown!! xx
"I'm not really lifting the room here am I?" just made me burst out laughing. 🤣 Dogs...well I can empathise with that. However, I wouldn't worry about phoning the vet as their customers are their income stream so they must absolutely love you darling 😇💕. I love Christmas music, especially 'Wonderful Christmastime' by Paul McCartney...I think it's the sleigh bells jingling that really puts me into a Christmas mood! And let's not forget Wizard's 'I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day' ! Love the red wreath ! And what about using blue tack for the sticking the little wreaths onto the baubles?
@@TheNumber1LadiesClub-lf9yc Good thinking Imi, although the only thing I can get blu tac to stick to is carpet! Love all those tunes, too. Lots of love 😘
Totally agree about loving your dogs Linda.I look at my Schnauzer boy and wonder what I'd do without him..Don't question yourself Linda because you're fine as you are.Talk as much as you like.I'm listening lol.Yes Christmas Eve does it for me too.There seems to be a quietness a different sort of atmosphere especially eventide.In fact I agree with all you've just said..I move house soon and it would be nice to have a neighbour like you.Another lovely vlog Linda.x
Hi Linda. I loved hearing your likes and dislikes for Christmas. Ahhh the good old days. We never watched telly on Christmas day or boxing day. We were always playing games and busy have lots of fun. To this day I never watch telly on Christmas day or boxing day. Our days last all day, not enough time for telly watching. xx
Hello Jean! I think when I was 16, I probably did watch the Christmas day tv offerings with my parents, but not so much, now.... too busy washing up!!! Have a good weekend x
Hi linda lovely chatty video today about christmas things you like and dislike im very like you nice items that you bought going groceries shopping my goodness is something else any way thankyou for chatting to us love your up loads is it cold where you are its been very chilly here x
Hi Hilary - it's not been too cold so far, but I think we're going to see a drop in temperatures soon! I'm so please you like the video and see you soon x
HI Linda lovely little video We were married 14th December will be 50years this year my grandchildren are Christmas Babys 26th December 28thDecember 31st December as you can see there is a bit of a theme going on here
Hi Linda,
43mins of good humour and full of lovely memories. It is a pleasure to watch. Thanks.
Aw, that's so nice Lindalucia! Thank you x
I’m 71 and can relate to a lot of what you’re saying about Christmas and pubs family etc. The Boot in St Albans squashed up at the bar trying to get served 🎉 😅 we (my family) used to alternate each year with my Auntie/Uncle cousins and my grandparents were there too, we had a reel to reel tape recorder (very posh back then) and would just leave it running/recording all afternoon and to play it back……well a lot of talking, laughing some drunk, lovely to listen back to but hard to decipher who was talking over the each other. But the memory I have is of my dad and grandad smoking cigars which I loved and still do if I catch the smell which is very rare these days if any. I remember going to a circus back in 1973 in Watford it’s the only one I’ve seen. That was a lovely catch up with Christmas Day tv Linda thanks for that. John Wayne my Dad’s favourite but not mine either. Look forward to your next video 😊
@@carolschobs2621
Your message was really nostalgic for me, too, Carol. Who would have thought things would be so different 50 years on?😞
See you next week x
I used to love going to the pubs in England, especially on Christmas Eve, you are right, Linda, Christmas Eve has a very special feel about it. Do miss the pub scene, not the same anymore. Thanks for a lovely video and a giggle ❤❤❤
@@JoLovell
Thanks Jo, those were the days! I'm glad the video brought back memories! See you later x
My major dislike is Christmas things in shops in September, plus the Christmas music playing so early on radio and shops. Don’t mind a week or so before .
@@suehoward5457
Hi Sue. I think we would all agree with you on that one. Thanks for the message c
I enjoyed your company today, as usual. On a scale from 1 to 10, I give Christmas a 4. My favorite part of the holiday is attending Christmas programs and concerts performed by children and young adults. I also like to exchange Christmas cards, sing Christmas hymns and worship. You joked about spreading joy, but you really do spread joy and make me laugh. Take care, Anna
@@Anna_Maine
Hi Anna, good to hear from you.
All the things that you mention that you enjoy are what the true meaning of Christmas is about - celebrating the birth of Christ and I think it's wonderful that doing those things brings you joy 😊
Hope to see you again soon x
Hi Linda, I went to my Daughters this weekend, and you would never guess I bought a small Christmas tree and some small fairy lights 😉 I'm not going overboard with all the decorations I know 🤣🤣. You made me think about putting some cheer for Christmas for a change 😜I need to get a few tree decorations still, but its a start, I'm not saying I'm going to have boxes full like you but I'm making a start 😂😂😂 having saying that I just want to thank you for the inspiration to change my mind set on Christmas. ❤❤🥰
Good morning Julie! This messages has made the start of my week so joyful! Yours is one of the sweetest comments I've had and I'm so pleased you're bringing a little bit of sparkle to those long dark days - and, you feel inspired by watching me!
Of course, I pointed out to current husband that you found me inspirational - but he's not convinced!! Seriously though, I'm very touched.
Thank you so much for the kind message and see you soon x
Hi Linda, really enjoy video, agree with you regarding tv. Take care xxx
Hi Linda, yes to fairy lights year round. Loved hearing your Christmas likes and dislikes 🎄
@@user-pq1ir5jm4y
Thanks so much x Glad you're a fairy fan!!!
Loved the video I had a good laugh when you read out the days tv apart from the 2 you mentioned there’s several others that shall not be named but did we ever imagine then that in the future they would be “persona non grata “ 💕
Hi Pauline. It was a bit of an eye opener, reading out the TV shows of the day, and the names of the trusted people that had us all fooled! Good to hear from you x
Hello Linda I absolutely love Christmas, so many happy memories with my parents and sisters and then husband and children. Loved my children small and so excited.
Your Christmas memories are lovely too. We are the lucky ones as so many have no one.
Have a lovely weekend love Jean🌻
A lovely comment, Jean. Thank you x
I loved hearing your Christmas likes and dislikes Linda ! For us, Christmas 'aint what it used to be, but we still enjoy ourselves (only me and hubby, we have no kids, grandkids or close family) We have been out for Christmas lunch in hotels, which is ok (no cooking or washing up 😄), or we go away on Boxing Day until New Years Eve, which is lovely. Years ago I used to go to Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, and although I"m not particularly religious, I thought it was beautiful !! I also like SOME Christmas Songs, they are earworms, 🪱🪱and I wake up singing them in my head 🙄
I like lights and decorations, Christmas candles, seeing children getting excited, lovely grub 😜,and going for a walk (weather permitting!)
I dislike shopping, the lack of decent tv, adverts (don't know why....I find this year they are mainly awful , except Lidl 😂)
My hubby just gave me a look, I was sniggering at what you were saying ( He who shall not be named beginning with
J and ending with S*****E 👿
Enjoy pimping your balls 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hi Susa!
Don't start me on Christmas adverts - they've taken on a life of their own!!
Nice to get your message, thank you x
Hiya !!! Memory lane eh ? Christmas was always magical growing up and still is. I love putting the tree up enjoying good food and drink the pressies and going for a walk. Fairy lights are a fav and keep some on my bookcase all year. I hate cooking washing up and tidying the tree and decs away after. Theres always something staring you in the face that should have been packed away with everything else so spends all year in a seperate place instead 🫤 gave up on TV and only have youtube and netflix now but theres always something good on those like you for example. Take care catch you on the next one 😊❤xx
@@Dusty56
Hi Elaine! A really interesting and kind comment. Thank you x
Linda loved listening to your likes and dislikes on Christmas ❤ I am 65 and i remember when we looked forward to going to the pub meeting up with friends and neighbours such happy times ❤ it’s all repeats on the tv now I tend to watch you tube more than the tv and in my older age I just enjoy reading and doing jigsaws now me and the hubby go to a social club on a Saturday night where there’s an Artist and bingo ❤ looking forward to watching your next video ❤️
Thanks Loraine, sounds like you enjoy your time with your husband. TV, these days is such a bind! Thanks for contributing x
Hi Linda I do know of the programmes you mentioned but to be honest I was never a TV watcher and even at 16 had to be in bed by 7.30 . Don't really watch the telly now to be honest but watch YT on an evening if I'm not crafting. Love Christmas and will love it even more this year as my Son is coming home this year with my three Grandchildren after not seeing them for 4 years. Im with you where fairy lights are concerned Linda I have them all over the place, if I could I'd open a shop and call it Fairylights R us
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@@ingridarnot3162
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I'm so pleased you're seeing your lovely family after such a long time. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas x
Have a good weekend Ingrid x
All the best to you sound like a caring person hope your family are good to you this Christmas ⛄
Aw, thank you Michelle. I hope so, too! See you next week x
Hi Linda another great video
I love Christmas the build up to it but i do find it gets stressful buying presents
I not keen on grocery shopping
Oh on Christmas day after lunch when you feel stuffed to the brim i go and have a nap leave the others
Take care xx
@@roslinmullett9799
Aw, Roslin, that is definitely the way to go.... a Christmas day nana nap x
Loving the vlog again Linda ! Understand completely about your doggies mine are 10 , 9, 8 I dread that day xx
@@deborahgray-ii3qo
Hi Deborah. I think all of us dog owners feel the same. Glad you liked the video x
Great video as always Linda you always manage to make me laugh. Being a hairdresser all my life, way back when everyone went to the hairdressers every week I always hated Christmas week it was so busy . I was always happy when Christmas Eve was on a Sunday as you couldn’t open in them days . Other wise it was up very early some shops I worked in would open at 6am and work till about 4. Then I’d go out clubbing in Liverpool, walk half way home before you got a taxi and felt half dead on Christmas Day !! Loved Christmas as a child have very happy memories of those days and remember most of the programs you mentioned. My hubby and I have been together 30 years the 1st 16 years he was a shift worker so Christmas for us was very different depending on what shift he was on. I think he only had about 3 Christmas days off in all them years. I remember he worked 7 New Year’s Eve’s on the trot. Obviously since he retired things are different he’s just glad them days are over in all he did 37 years of shifts . Opposite us there is a block of flats , one flat has a Christmas tree lit up every night of the year it’s like one of the tube ones with like flashing lights running through it with a star on the top everyone to there own I guess. X
@@wendywebster-sv2li
Hi Wendy!
Previous Husband had a job where he worked shifts, so I well know the inconvenience of living like that, although it does become your normal, after a while! Those hairdressing hours you worked sound a bit much, but everyone seems to want a new 'do' for Christmas, don't they? Hope you made lots of extra with your tips?!
I'm glad you enjoyed watching the video and enjoy the weekend x
Always great to listen to you Linda. Wallpaper is lovely and your hair colour. Do you do it yourself. 😊
@@carolcampbell501
Hello Carol and thank you. Yes, I use a box colour - light ash blonde.
See you next week x
Loved it all Linda, christmas telly was worth watching years ago ...decorations are beautiful ...❤❤
@@JuliaClayden
Thank you so much Julia x
I saw your notification that you'd uploaded. I got excited. I love your videos especially whe they are longer ones. I love your dry sense of humour. I wait until I know I won't be disturbed so I can sit down and savour your videos. I just love all things Christmas. I enjoy the build up, the atmosphere, the Christmas ads (although I've found them disappointing this year - I prefer traditional Christmas). You do make laugh out loud. Thank you.
Thank Andrea, I'm so pleased you enjoy my videos and I'm also glad you're such a fan of Christmas and thanks for connecting. Enjoy your weekend x
Hi Linda, it was fun to hear your perspective on the joys and otherwise, of Christmas. music That's a favourite for me and I find myself humming along tunelessly as I'm shopping, even the dreaded Slade's 'And here it is, Merry Christmas, everybody's having fun' which ought really to be flung in room 101, and I do readily acknowledge isn't true and I'm sure could make the vulnerable feel suicidal it's so dreary and hackneyed. ( I have to be a bit careful about Christmas myself as it's apt to be a tricky time for me too, because of past wounds.) But I do love the run up to Christmas, more than Christmas itself. The markets, the dark and cold afternoons, and yes, I adore fairy lights. I love their twinkle, and I put them up anywhere I can. I have a memory though, from childhood, of real candles on the Christmas tree. Absolutely unthinkable nowadays because it's so dangerous, but that's how it was at home. Little candy twist candles in clip on holders. And of course the tree was a real one. They were only lit on Christmas afternoon and mum stood by to supervise closely with a bucket of water and an old blanket, just in case. It was actually magical as the lights were turned off and the only light in the room was the tree candles and the glow and flicker of a real coal fire. I've asked so many people, but I can't find anyone else who remembers this. Even people of a similar age all seemed to have had electric tree lights. Well you've piqued my interest in Christmas a bit more than was the case, so thank you very much.... See you next time!
@@missmerrily4830
Hello, Miss Merrily!
Your Christmas sounds like a scene from a Charles Dickens novel - I bet it was magical.
We were one of those families that had a half tinsel, half plastic type tree which was rather elderly! Mum would decorate it and the tree lights (multicoloured) would always flicker and go off and dad would have to try to find the faulty bulb!! Fond memories.
See you in the next one x
Hi Linda love Christmas and Christmas tree I like to have all the family together for Christmas dinner I love to listen to music I could do a lot of things for Christmas I have like a lot of Christmas film thanks for sharing with us Linda xx
I'm glad you're in the group that like Christmas and have time and fun with your family. It's very precious. Have a good weekend x
many thanks linda
@@cherylbenjamin3916
Thank you for watching me, Cheryl x
Thank you Linda, you sent me off on a trip of yester-year TV. Some of it was good and some was rubbish but I had forgotten what it was like😂. Really enjoyed today's video. You look more comfortable in your repurposed room. Look forward to Tuesday. Take care. X
@@shirleycasey6929
Ah, thanks Shirley! I'm enjoying the new space, everything is to hand and I'm glad you liked the video. See you soon x
I love Christmas Decorations, actually love our village carol service, and some Christmas music. I hate where our TV shows have ended up!?!?!?! Whether Christmas or the rest of the year the main 5 channels are so old hat. They really do need to buck up the offerings!! Sadly I am that person who sorts the decorations into colour order, in separate boxes, labelled with colour and room/tree they belong too. We are up to three trees ... much to other half's disgust ... and now we have a grandchild I do wonder how long they will remain standing for , haha!
You can come to me and sort my baubles into colour order any time, Glitter & Sparkle!!
I bet your house looks fabulous and everything sounds perfect where you live - and thankyou for the message. See you soon x
Quite agree with you regarding tv programmes, I also do not watch the TV these days, I am older than you, so can also remember the good old comedy and variety shows. The programmes were more uplifting in those days, with no sex or profanities.😂😂
@@yvonnet.7932
I think the fact that we have hundreds of channels to stream there days probably gives the terrestrial channels the excuse not to bother. The flaw in that plan is that the streaming channels don't have much on either!! Thank you for the comment, Yvonne x
Always great to watch you Linda, look forward to your videos. 😊 xx
@@alisonpoiner630
Ever so kind of you to say so, Alison. See you on the next one x
Hi Linda, enjoyed your likes and dislikes. I agree Christmas was usually the time all good programmes were on and something to enjoy. It’s full of repeats now a days , we don’t even have a t v anymore it’s just rubbish these days. Now all our viewing is on our I pads , Netflix etc.
The small wreaths from Hobbycraft were very cute . Thanks for another lovely chat x
Thank you for watching Julie and for commenting x
Hi Linda..as you mentioned Christmas is all about memories throughout your life. In recent years I’ve been fascinated about different traditions , my daughter in law for instance has been brought up to open her presents at 4pm..how could she wait that long as a child but she has passed that tradition on to her children. My son in law didn’t eat Christmas lunch until late afternoon I’m afraid we’ve changed that 😂 but everyone has their own traditions set in stone don’t they? I had no idea how to cook a turkey when I got married, my Mum told me to leave it in a very low oven overnight. My oven was super efficient when I opened the door the turkey was waving a white flag!! Great video Linda, you’re always entertaining. 🎄 x
Ooh, I wonder what was significant about 4pm, Rita!? I suppose we all assume everyone has the same traditions, but obviously we don't!
That turkey cooking overnight thing sounds familiar. I think my Mum did that! Happy days x
Hi Linda, Loved your video. I love Christmas and I'll be talking about what I do and how I go about celebrating in my next video. I thought I might as well get fully on board the same TH-cam Christmas Train that everyone appears to be on. See you next time 🙂
If you can't beat 'em, Deborah!! I'm looking forward to seeing your Christmas video - it's quite a big topic!! x Have a good weekend ☺
Hi from an American subscriber. Describe for me the Top of the Pops tv show-all the musicians you mentioned didn’t perform live, on stage for the Christmas program, did they? We had American Bandstand hosted by Dick Clark in the 1960s, he introduced live acts for the teenage audience to dance to but usually only one band per episode. Was that show imported to the UK? As far as I know Top of the Pops was not aired on USA tv. I still say our generation has the best music (I’m 69). Mary
Hi Mary and thank you for subscribing and watching!
Top of the Pops was a tv pop music show televised from the1964 to the mid 2000s, featuring artists in the UK charts. There was also a studio audience that would dance along to the music! Radio DJs of the time were the presenters. There was a chart countdown.
Some of the performers would be in the studio (usually lip syncing) and others would appear on film or videos.
EVERYONE in the UK would tune in!!
I've heard of American Bandstand but don't think it was televised on a regular basis in the UK. Hope this explains it?!
My Favourite music is Tamla Motown!! xx
"I'm not really lifting the room here am I?" just made me burst out laughing. 🤣
Dogs...well I can empathise with that. However, I wouldn't worry about phoning the vet as their customers are their income stream so they must absolutely love you darling 😇💕. I love Christmas music, especially 'Wonderful Christmastime' by Paul McCartney...I think it's the sleigh bells jingling that really puts me into a Christmas mood! And let's not forget Wizard's 'I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day' !
Love the red wreath ! And what about using blue tack for the sticking the little wreaths onto the baubles?
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Good thinking Imi, although the only thing I can get blu tac to stick to is carpet!
Love all those tunes, too.
Lots of love 😘
Those tunes are our era! 😂xxx
Totally agree about loving your dogs Linda.I look at my Schnauzer boy and wonder what I'd do without him..Don't question yourself Linda because you're fine as you are.Talk as much as you like.I'm listening lol.Yes Christmas Eve does it for me too.There seems to be a quietness a different sort of atmosphere especially eventide.In fact I agree with all you've just said..I move house soon and it would be nice to have a neighbour like you.Another lovely vlog Linda.x
Move to Watford Lynda and you could be my neighbour.nwe need more schnauzers around here! Have a good weekend x
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Hi Linda. I loved hearing your likes and dislikes for Christmas. Ahhh the good old days. We never watched telly on Christmas day or boxing day. We were always playing games and busy have lots of fun. To this day I never watch telly on Christmas day or boxing day. Our days last all day, not enough time for telly watching. xx
Hello Jean! I think when I was 16, I probably did watch the Christmas day tv offerings with my parents, but not so much, now.... too busy washing up!!!
Have a good weekend x
@LindaTee70 and you x
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Hi linda lovely chatty video today about christmas things you like and dislike im very like you nice items that you bought going groceries shopping my goodness is something else any way thankyou for chatting to us love your up loads is it cold where you are its been very chilly here x
Hi Hilary - it's not been too cold so far, but I think we're going to see a drop in temperatures soon!
I'm so please you like the video and see you soon x
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HI Linda lovely little video We were married 14th December will be 50years this year my grandchildren are Christmas Babys 26th December 28thDecember 31st December as you can see there is a bit of a theme going on here
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There's obviously something about March on your family, Christine!
My boy's the 22nd!
Glad you liked the video x
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