THE SOUTH EAST BRANCH OF THE BASSET HOUND CLUB
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How about going away this year – rent a converted barn – just us and the hounds? You wouldn’t have to cook – well, only for the two of us – and we can re-read all the LOWDOWNS in front of a log fire, if the hounds don’t block all the heat.Silence! I try again. Yes, it’s nice having the family and I agree that Christmas is for children and grandchildren. But still, a peaceful time in a tiny Devon village with a church and pub to match, would make a change. And we would appreciate a family ‘do’ all the more on our return!No reply . So I know that tradition will prevail – and I don’t really mind.Why can’t you write the cards for me – most wives Still silence reigns. I take it that’s a no, then?
Can we have a change from turkey this year? Maybe, duck or goose, perhaps. This is ruled out, firmly; as duck is too small and goose too rich – not for me, it isn’t.
How many months will it be before the almost untouched Christmas pudding is found at the back of the freezer? As I am the only one who really enjoys it, I am only too delighted when it resurfaces again – tasting even better as a cold, and somewhat sticky, cake - if the brandy butter hasn’t grown too much mould, it will make a real treat later in the New Year.So, Christmas 2009 is fixed:
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, however you spend the time, and I know we all look forward to another year of sharing the love of our hounds and enjoy good company on various branch activities.
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