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A Few of My Favourite (Christmas) Things

December 11, 2013 By jbmumofone 71 Comments

A Few of My Favourite Things

In my quest to become a Center Parcs Family Blogger I have taken on their December challenge.  Last month saw us putting our poetry hat on and getting creative with Autumn leaves.  This month Nick, a Center Parcs Winter Wonderland expert, has asked us to share twelve of our favourite Christmas things.

Well, I could have just written them down…perhaps should have just written them down, but instead decided to lose the plot entirely give things a musical twist.

So, I can only apologise, but I would suggest that you put on your best Christmas jumper, drink a large glass of egg-nog and sing along with me to the tune of ‘Favourite Things’ from The Sound of Music…

Here goes…

Red cups in Starbucks and gingerbread lattes,

New dress to wear to the work Christmas party.

Crafting an angel with pipe-cleaner wings.

These are a few of my favourite things.

Pigs in their blankets and Scrooge on the telly,

Too many mince pies, not great for my belly.

Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday nights.

These are a few of my Christmas delights.

Gifts and baubles,

Champagne breakfasts,

And if I feel sad,

I simply dress up my poor son as an elf,

Elf!

And then I don’t feel…

So

Bad.

Nothing like a Christmas sing song hey? *Coughs*

As part of the December challenge we have also been asked to share our favourite tip from Nick.  This is mine.

For those who don’t fancy venturing out, there’s still plenty to do inside at Center Parcs. The traditional pantomimes are always a favourite with our guests and the Elf Academy at Sherwood Forest turns your little ones into trainee elves, complete with an elf graduation.

Seriously?  An Elf Academy…this is quite possibly the cutest thing that I have ever heard.

This is my entry to the Center Parcs and Tots 100 December challenge. If I’m chosen, I would like to visit Longleat Forest.

 

 

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Comments

  1. Michael Cargill says

    December 11, 2013 at 09:17

    Wahey! Awesome post, yo.

    And your little ‘un looks adorable in that elf costume.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 11, 2013 at 20:50

      Thank you…although am not sure I can convince hi now he is a bit bigger. Spiderman yes, elf…no *weeps*

      Reply
  2. Margaret Cumiskey says

    December 11, 2013 at 12:10

    Another fantastic post – they should so pick you, we would all so look forward to your reviews.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 11, 2013 at 20:50

      Thank you, I still have everything crossed!

      Reply
  3. Kt says

    December 11, 2013 at 19:54

    She does it again! You little genius! x

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 11, 2013 at 20:50

      Oh bless you honey x

      Reply
  4. Mums do traveltravel says

    December 12, 2013 at 13:02

    What a lovely post! I’ve given up trying to be a Center Parcs blogger as the process seems very stressful but I hope they pick you – good luck.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 14:21

      Oh, thank you. Am keeping everything crossed x

      Reply
  5. Family Home Secrets says

    December 12, 2013 at 13:21

    Elf Academy?! That is sooo sweet! Brilliant song and gorgeous picture x

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 14:22

      It sounds amazing doesn’t it? I would love to see it 🙂

      Reply
  6. Pink Oddballs MBPsS (@PinkOddy) says

    December 12, 2013 at 13:48

    That is fabulous – I could even hear Julie Andrews singing it for you.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 14:23

      Mahaha, I toyed with the idea of a VLOG and singing it but didn’t want to lose all my readers LOL!

      Reply
  7. Ruth says

    December 12, 2013 at 14:38

    Love all your favourite things especially the Champagne and Strictly.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 16:17

      Well if you can’t have champagne at Xmas when can you LOL. I am a shameful Strictly addict. Mr B has lost interest now Ola is out 😉

      Reply
  8. Donna @ Little Lilypad Co says

    December 12, 2013 at 15:16

    Brilliant brilliant brilliant!
    Love a good poem …. oh and champagne breakfast!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 16:22

      It is never too early for fizz! Well, at Xmas at least!

      Reply
  9. Niki says

    December 12, 2013 at 15:30

    Love, love, love your song!!! All fantastic Christmassy things 🙂 And that is one cute elf 😉

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 16:23

      Thank you. He is not so keen on me dressing him up this year so might just have to turn the baby into a reindeer instead 😉

      Reply
  10. Liz Burton says

    December 12, 2013 at 15:39

    Brilliant! Just brilliant!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 16:24

      You are too sweet, mwah 😉

      Reply
  11. expatlog says

    December 12, 2013 at 20:04

    Brilliant! I miss holly – sounds bizarre but they don’t have it over here in Canada and I’m wondering what to stick on the top if my Christmas pud!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 12, 2013 at 21:02

      Oooh, if you were super creative could you try making some from icing? I am nowhere near that talented. Failing that how about some caramelised orange slices?

      Reply
  12. Kate @craftsonsea says

    December 12, 2013 at 21:24

    Awesome song!! My son is 3 and there’s no chance of getting him dressed up as an elf 🙁 batman all the way for him!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 13, 2013 at 14:55

      I know the feeling! He won’t let me either this year 🙁

      Reply
  13. kneadwhine says

    December 12, 2013 at 22:08

    I could barely take in the lyrics – eye definitely caught by the cute child.

    🙂 Good luck!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 13, 2013 at 14:56

      Ah, thank you x

      Reply
  14. Minisaurus says

    December 12, 2013 at 21:29

    That is one damn fine looking Elf you have there! Good luck missus – and ho ho ho!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 13, 2013 at 14:56

      Thank you minisaurus, ho ho ho

      Reply
  15. emma says

    December 12, 2013 at 22:30

    Awwww, your elf is just too cute! Good luck, and great poem by the way! 🙂

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 13, 2013 at 14:56

      Thanks Emma, merry Xmas x

      Reply
  16. hpmcq says

    December 12, 2013 at 22:42

    cutie little elf! love a bit of dress up at christmas x

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 13, 2013 at 14:57

      Me too. The toddler isn’t so keen though so looks like the baby may have a few new costumes this Xmas, hee hee.

      Reply
  17. maggy, red ted art says

    December 13, 2013 at 14:47

    Oh you have just reminded me that I still haven’t had a Christmas Coffee!!!! Rushess off to Starbucks!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 13, 2013 at 14:57

      I LOVE gingerbread lattes!

      Reply
  18. anna says

    December 13, 2013 at 15:05

    very cute little elf! I love gingerbread lattes – essential part of the xmas season!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:43

      They are indeed. I really look forward to them.

      Reply
  19. Lori says

    December 13, 2013 at 15:22

    Love it, especially the elf 😉

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:44

      Thank you. I wish he would let me do it again this year!

      Reply
  20. fritha says

    December 13, 2013 at 15:23

    haha lovely! I love Christmas coffees and babies dressed as Elves are just the cutest! x

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:45

      I rarely go into Starbucks but I have to at Xmas!

      Reply
  21. Kara says

    December 13, 2013 at 15:29

    That is brilliant – really made me smile and how cute is your elf?

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:45

      Ah, thank you Kara 🙂

      Reply
  22. Mummy Glitzer says

    December 13, 2013 at 15:40

    What a fabulous entry and a very cute elf! x

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:46

      Thank you, and good luck for Friday lovely. Will be thinking of you x

      Reply
  23. Keynko (@Keynko) says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:03

    Love it! if you don’t win there is no justice in this world!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:46

      Oh, thank you. Fingers crossed eh?

      Reply
  24. globalmouse says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:44

    This is brilliant…and the picture is super cute! Good luck! 🙂

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:47

      Thank you, I wish he would let me do it again!

      Reply
  25. Annabelle says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:46

    Made me howl with laughter at my desk, poor boy. I say that, but I’d do exactly the same to cheer myself up!! Fingers crossed you win!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:48

      Ha ha. There have to be some benefits to having toddlers LOL.

      Reply
  26. Annabelle says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:48

    Ps. Elf Academy, with graduation? Sold! I’m booking up!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:48

      I know! How awesome does that sound?

      Reply
  27. June says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:51

    Another great verse , love the elf

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:49

      Thanks June 🙂

      Reply
  28. Joyce says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:53

    Great entry , love it

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:49

      Thank you Joyce 🙂

      Reply
  29. Jenni Clutten says

    December 13, 2013 at 16:34

    What a cutie! Good luck!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:47

      Thanks Jenni x

      Reply
  30. Healthier Mummy says

    December 13, 2013 at 19:38

    That poem is great. I’m going to be singing it for the rest of the day. Hope you win.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 09:50

      The tune really gets stuck in your head doesn’t it? Sorry!

      Reply
  31. Carolin says

    December 14, 2013 at 14:21

    I love the orginial so much and now I’m sitting here singing it with your lyrics. What a fantastic idea! Good luck x

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 20:48

      LOL. I am so sorry. You will be humming it all day, eek!

      Reply
  32. Actually Mummy... says

    December 14, 2013 at 14:35

    I sang it. And then I collapsed on the floor in giggles. I’m never sure about these because most people don’t do them well, but this one is absolute genius!

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 20:48

      Oh thank you so much! You have made my day 🙂

      Reply
  33. Nikki Thomas says

    December 14, 2013 at 21:55

    That is BRILLIANT!! Enough said

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 14, 2013 at 22:01

      Thanks so much Nikki! I am keeping everything crossed that I might be able to join you as a Center Parcs blogger!

      Reply
  34. Anya from Older Single Mum and The Healer says

    December 15, 2013 at 11:30

    That’s great – loved your Autumn poem too. Good luck 🙂

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 16, 2013 at 20:40

      Thanks Anya 🙂

      Reply
  35. Tarana says

    December 17, 2013 at 21:48

    That’s a sweet little poem. Your elf is so cute, I just love his outfit! Found my way here from the Parenting Pin-It Party.

    Reply
    • jbmumofone says

      December 18, 2013 at 21:47

      Thanks so much Tarana, and for joining in with this weeks party. Do pop back next week. Your post really made me smile, so funny. If you find the toddler-mood-detecting t-shirt do let me know! 😉

      Reply
  36. Stephs Two Girls says

    December 26, 2013 at 23:49

    The most adorable Elf I’ve ever seen! I’d like to be a helper at that Academy… 🙂 Good Luck, hope the fab song wins it for you!

    Reply

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