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Happy Hot Toddies!

December 24, 2015 By JPMcLean 6 Comments

JP McLean with her dog, Molly, sitting on the hearth of a blazing fireplace
JP McLean and Miss Molly

Happy hot toddies. Another Christmas Eve has arrived. The tree is up, the wreath is hung, and the shopping is done. December 24th is my favourite day of the holidays. For me, it’s the calm before the storm; a quiet day to enjoy with a warm toddy, a soft dog and fluffy blanket in front of the fire.

And as the seasonal gatherings roll on, and we exchange holiday cheer with our friends and family, I’m reminded how very fortunate I am, and for that, I am grateful.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your encouragement, laughter and support over this past year.

From our home to yours, here’s wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas, and a healthy and happy 2016, and many hot toddies.

If you’re looking for a book to enjoy during the calm before the storm, you can gift yourself Secret sky with one click right here. And if ebooks or Amazon aren’t your preference, other purchasing options are available under the Bookstore tab.

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Filed Under: Christmas, Gratitude Tagged With: Christmas tree, Christmas wreath, hot toddy, J.P. McLean, Pets

Comments

  1. olganm says

    January 5, 2016 at 2:25 am

    I’m looking after a friend’s two dogs, so I’m experiencing the soft dog right now. Funnily enough, the girls look pretty much like yours 🙂

    Reply
    • JP McLean says

      January 5, 2016 at 9:47 am

      Lucky you! There’s nothing quite like the quiet company of a dog (or two).

      Reply
  2. Inese Poga Art plus Life says

    December 26, 2015 at 12:17 pm

    Dear Jo-Anne, I wish you perfect holidays, chance to recharge and enjoy the peaceful environment between visitors and parties if you’re attending some! Most importantly, I wish you good health, lots of energy, lots of joy, happiness and good spirits to move on with writing, as well as inspiration to write new books and stories! Inese

    Reply
    • JP McLean says

      December 26, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks Inese. I hope your holidays have brought you and yours peace , health and energy as well. I’m very much looking forward to 2016 and all it possibilities. Take care, Inese!

      Reply
  3. Bianca Bowers says

    December 24, 2015 at 6:28 pm

    Wishing you the same, JP ❤️

    Reply
    • JP McLean says

      December 24, 2015 at 7:11 pm

      Thanks, Bianca.

      Reply

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