We had our work Christmas party on the 14th of December, where we all got rather merry. The best thing about working together, is that we get to go to work drinks and parties together, it makes it so much more fun.
On the 16th of December Ben and I got up early and took the train to Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
To meet my Grandfathers family and have an early Christmas lunch with them all, we went to such a quaint country pub for a traditional meal. It was such an amazing day and so nice to spend it with family, they reminded me so much of my own it was just such a good feeling to have a slice of home away from home. We will def be going back there for lovely weekends away.
Christmas rolled around all too soon, everyone had such a lovely day / night. I was on turkey duty and must say was pretty proud of my effort.
Orphans Christmas' are so much fun. Everyone made such a fantastic effort and I didn't miss home one little bit, Skyping the fam back home in the morning put us in such good moods as they were all winding down after a fantastic day.
I have a few photos to share with you that made our first Christmas here so special.
Christmas Spirit |
Possums having fun at the work party |
Work Party |
En-route to Tunbridge Wells |
Such a beaut trip up- even saw a Bambi! |
My great Aunt Peggy came to visit NZ before I was born. I got to look through the album and saw lots of pictures of my Mum, and family.. Was so nice to have them on the other side of the world with me!
My Mum and my sister over 25 years ago.. |
My Grandma and Aunty Peggy |
My Grandma's lounge where many Xmas was spent both before and after I was born |
Our Presents |
The Turkey- with bacon and homemade stuffing |
The Spread |
So delish! |
Showing off our fancy Xmas nails. |
Gorgeous Girls |
Hope everyone had an amazing time, ate way too much food, and got lots of sweet presents.
Now just bring on new years.. We have an awesome boat Cruise planned so will def have to update you on that next week.
xx