2nd Bedroom

We spent New Year's weekend finishing off the decoration of the 2nd bedroom. We had the ceiling re-plastered to remove the old textured pattern, repainted it white with several coats. We prepared all the woodwork on the skirting boards and doors and repainted in white gloss. We papered one wall with a gold shimmery paper and painted the rest in a caramel colour. We had a new carpet laid too. We then went out and bought a chest of draws to compliment the room and fitted a nice light. Finishing touches are J's grandma's African masks and a plate we bought in Morocco. Now you can come and visit!

The Costwolds - December 2009

Last weekend J and I went to the Cotswolds. We stayed in a little B&B in a town called Chipping Campden. We ate at nice country pubs, saw Charlecote Manor (where there was the most amazing choir singing Christmas carols), and took a walk up to Dover Hill. Such a nice much needed break!

Bonfire Night 2009

I passed!

The hard work paid off. I found out last night I passed the California Bar Exam!!!! Now where do I take the oath?

In other news, we had a lovely visit with my parents and C earlier this month. We even had a special day with S and his companion in London. What a blessing to have almost the entire family together again :)

Other than that, we're just working really hard, rehearsing for the panto in January, and re-decorating the 2nd bedroom. Oh - and looking forward to Christmas!!!

Our new study - now we can get some work done!

Minding the Gap

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Upminster Depot. This past Bank Holiday weekend, the Depot was open to the public to see how they maintain the trains and there was a bit of history there too. Here's us supporting our local tourist attractions (well for the day at least....)

Buddleia

Butterflies on our beautiful buddleia