I am so glad I gave myself a pep talk and booked a solo restaurant lunch today. Was going to do a solo picnic but that would not have worked. Was so anxious about being the weirdo on their own but no-one cares and I have a lovely little treat. And it’s walking distance so no wet roads to deal with.

Cheers all

Looks like covid is keeping me home.

It’s pizza and tv and web surfing for me 😸 No being baited by haters, no name calling at me under people’s breath. Would have been nice to see the kids tho and the young generation.

also, the Phantom Furry Toe Tickler struck again this morning while I was asleep. This is a case for Seagoon!! ( It was Ted Cat )

Chrissy do was decent

My cheesecake didn’t look as good as it did at first when next to all the delicious desserts everyone else bought

Always nerve inducing meeting new people, especially when I’m the only person there that doesn’t know everyone else, but it is pretty easy to get involved if people give you an in

Finally home! I got to bring home all of the leftover meat so imma have turkey, pork and ham sammiches for like a week. Time to nap forever goodbye.

PSA: as of just after lunch, the DDT now has an official numbat. See post from @Catfish@aussie.zone below. The name ‘Nimrod’ has been suggested. I like this, but I’m sure there are other names we could consider.

I survived xmas.

Hooray.

Jeez there were a few d & m’s though… Things be rough out there for a few of those exteneded family people. relationship stuff… I hope they work it out. I am not equipped to help with that correctly. I think that showed but thats okay.

Tried to sponsor a Numbat for you all, but something is b0rked. Some other day I guess.

Was meant to go to Seymour to camp with the fam this Christmas; I bailed last night because the forecast looked bad, and I just can’t be fucked sitting around in the wet lol

Looks like more rain for all of us is coming, so I don’t feel so bad, it was the right decision.

Now I have the cat purring and drooling on me, making biscuits; he seems very, very happy I am here to be his bed lol

Wishing you all a safe and happy Christmas!

Well, I got the dog walk in before the rain started but it looks like it will be a long wet drive to Christmas lunch this year.

I wish everyone in the DT a happy and safe Christmas day.

Remember drive to the conditions if out on the roads, check your gas BBQ connections for leaks before lighting it, and don’t use gas or charcoal BBQs in an enclosed space. Plus remember knives are sharp and to keep your fingers out of the way when chopping vegetables or carving the turkey. (does it show that I work in Emergency Services? 🤣)

I’m glad I decided not to stay overnight at my parent’s place and can sleep in my own bed tonight. It’s a lot of driving for one day, but at least I will get a good night’s sleep.

Merry xmas to everyone, and especially those who are spending the day by themselves. I hope you make the best of the day :)

A happy Christmas to those of you who celebrate, hugs and care to those for whom it is a tough day, and a nice quiet day to those for whom it’s just another Monday. Take care out there, wet roads and family stress can make it a tough day to drive or travel. Pats to the pets, and watch out that they don’t eat anything they shouldn’t. If you have to work, may your shift be easy and pass quickly, and I hope you’re getting sweet extra cash.

Here’s a picture of the Ravenna Gorge Christmas Market to enjoy.

Omg. How fun is an epilator when it’s not your own hair?

Looks like the garden got some decent rain overnight for Christmas.

I did wake up at one point overnight and could hear a strange noise and was worried the rain had done some damage or something, then realised the cat was snore-purring and all was well.

Mr Woof successfully kept all intruders out of the house overnight. It is possible that Santa made it into the chimney and gifted the possums who live there with some fruit.

Merry Christmas DDT Fam! 🧑🏻‍🎄

Dragged my sorry self out of bed to haul ass. Didn’t want to be on the road when it really comes down with the rest of Melbourne. Definitely made the right choice.

Gonna do the sad sappy thing, avert ye eyes if it makes you squick.

Just thinking about what can be the difficult nature of relationships especially between families/relatives and whatnot.

The weather obviously doesn’t lend itself to the best of spirits, but if what you have is good, maybe savour it that little more today, if it’s average, maybe if you have it in to lean into patience/kindness a little more.

And for I suppose the rest we all have our own stories/narratives as others do and we can only control (for lack of a better word) our own little spaces. Protect them if need be and be kind to yourself.

/eof-squick

Have a great day everyone! Stay dry, safe and full!