I'll be home for Christmas

Life lately...

I've been taking lots of walks around my neighbourhood. On one of my walks, I took some photos of these pretty flowers. My sister and I even ate a couple of cherries that were growing on a nearby nature strip. Wouldn't it be wonderful if many trees on nature strips were fruit trees?



I made my own gnocchi from scratch and thought fondly of my nonna whilst doing so. My sister, cousins and I used to make gnocchi most Saturdays with my nonna when we were growing up.  My gnocchi was delicious, I think she'd be proud of me.


I admired these Christmas decorations in a Moonee Ponds store. I love the pink themed trees. 



Last year, my sister and I visited the same store. There's so many Christmas trees and decorations to be admired.



My mum and I accidentally discovered a vintage furniture shop recently. I love the intricate details on the wood. There's a treasure around every corner.





And last but not least, a yummy lunch with my mum at one of our favourite places - Poynton's Nursery. It has a garden area and cafe and I really enjoyed this prawn and chorizo pasta.

What have you been up to lately? X



 

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  1. Polyester Princess23 December, 2024

    I'm loving the pink themed Christmas trees too ... I wanted a kitschy white one but couldn't find one I liked. Your gnocchi does look delicious and I'm sure you did your nonna proud!
    Happy Christmas to you and your family! xxx

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    1. Jess 27 December, 2024

      Thank you, that is ao sweet. I hope you and Jos had a wonderdul Christmas. X

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  2. Vix24 December, 2024

    Happy Christmas to you and your family, dear Jess! xxx

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    1. Jess 27 December, 2024

      Thank you Vix! I hope you and Jon had a wonderful day. X

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