Harmony wrote:Well, Kathryn, I see you didn't cancel Christmas!
Thinking what could I do ahead? I didn't know till a couple weeks ago I would have DD & family and not until last week that the number went up by 5 more. Doesn't anybody plan ahead any more?
Right on two counts.
1. I didn't cancel Christmas (and got roped into activities for New Years, although I'm not hosting.)
2. No-one plans ahead. I'm not talking far ahead but it is Christmas Eve and I still don't know how many people are coming for dinner. I have an 11 pound turkey for either 7 people and a baby or 4 people and a baby. And because it is halal, I've added at least 2 hours of extra work, plus the worry about if it is defrosting in the fridge.
I have to set the table today. It takes ages but I also like to walk by and enjoy seeing the pretty table. That way, I get to enjoy the work rather than doing it, then having it destroyed within an hour. For people who wrap presents nicely, I'm sure it is the same logic - wrap them early and put them under the tree so you can appreciate the work you did even if no-one else really notices.
Dh is still in bed, he didn't sleep well. (Correction - he's up now.)
I'm up. Dishwasher is emptied, towels are in the dryer. I've replaced the batteries in the decoration on the TV stand so the lights will be bright (they've got quite dim over the 2 weeks!)
I also moved my hidden Christmas cactus into view. They bloomed in my east window in October/November when the weather cooled off but the radiator was mostly off. After blooming they were left with dozens of little buds. Those opened up when the weather turned cold enough for the fan to be turned on to blow the hot air into the room. I thought it would damage the plants but they loved it. They look like they are in full bloom now, perfect timing.
With dh now up, I'll get moving in earnest. First step is to strip the bed and get the laundry started.
We have a special weather statement, more snow (just what we got yesterday) will come in overnight for us.
The government must have hired a communication expert to start writing their weather warnings and watches because now they are fun and informative. Before they were too dry to read so I'd miss out on the important information. Now I read them twice, once for fun, then again for the information.
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the Ontario Storm Prediction Centre
Not a creature was stirring, except the meteorologists
As all eyes were transfixed on jolly Old St. Nick, his herd of furry friends, and an approaching snow storm just in time for Christmas.
So, for those dreaming of a white Christmas, you will get your wish. A Texan low is gathering strength this morning and will race towards us approaching the speed of Rudolph later today. It will transport snow into Southern Ontario beginning this afternoon. As the low pressure centre dashes just south of the lower Great Lakes tonight, snow will intensify across Southern Ontario this evening. Somewhat heavier snow is likely in some areas, especially in the Greater Toronto Area where a snowfall warning is in effect. Visibility may be limited likely making travel challenging. Snowfall totals of 5 to 10 centimetres are expected by the time it tapers off overnight or on Christmas Day in Eastern Ontario. Travelers are encouraged to adjust their plans if possible.
The forecasters at the Ontario Storm Prediction Centre wish you warm holiday greetings and a happy, healthy and safe 2018!