Monday 2 December 2013

Monday mash-up!

Hi Friends! How are you all??? Great I hope!!! I know I haven't blogged for a while. I have had a busy week and promise to pop by all your awesome blogs soon! But I wanted to share what I've been upto, and some pics. So this is a Monday mash-up post!!!

First up; on the 25th it was my Birthday. I hit 27. But must say I'm feeling younger than that, but I guess everyone feels that way? I had a nice day, nice meal out with family and a nice homemade vanilla cake back home. 

I have to share a lovely Birthday card I received off the talented Brenda of Stamping Floral Fantasies:

and here is the card I got from my Mum and Dad:



On Saturday we had our first Christmas party luncheon for the season! Can you believe there is way less than 4 weeks to go until Christmas Day???  EEP!!!

Here are some pics I took at one of our local malls, that have started decorating for the occassion:

Santa's area was all set up ready and waiting for him to arrive; 


As well as the giant decorated Christmas tree:
 

 Santa even has his own post box:


 I do so love the decorations this time of year, the giant tree, the big presents, the reindeer and the lights and other trees etc!


And, of course, the nativity scene:


 I think I have shared before on my blog, pics of the crane birds/brolgas at the fountain - well they have taken on a very festive appearance:


Last night Mum and me attended a concert show at the local club, of a Roy Orbison tribute band! It was really great!!! The gentleman Athol Matcham had an amazing voice, it was as close to Roy as you would ever get! Here is a pic:


His wife, Edith, also sang some songs both with him and before he came on to warm up the crowd - she had a beautiful voice as well.


The band were very talented too, and also a lot of fun!!! Very comical gents.

It was a great night! We really enjoyed ourselves!!!

So that is about it! I hope you liked seeing my pics, and I will pop by your blogs soon.
Thanks for stopping by!

Hugs xoxo.

8 comments:

Marcia @ Pretty Things said...

You've been busy AM, can't believe Christmas is just around the corner ... where did this year go?

Shirley-Anne said...

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY WISHES, ANNMAREE . Hope the year ahead brings you good health and happy times .
love the photos ..
HUGS Shirley-Anne

Merry said...

Wonderful photos Annmaree, thanks for sharing. The Roy orbison show looks a lot of fun.

May said...

Happy belated Birthday wishes to you Annmaree...Loved your cards... How sweet of Brenda x x x Loved the photos as always, Hugs May x x x

Sandy said...

Happy Birthday from me too. Sounds like you had a good one!!! Your pics are amazing and love the festive brolgas, LOL.
Hugs,
Sandy

Sandy said...

Hey Sugar! I am so sorry to be sol late. I have been running around like a chicken with my head cut off. Still do not have my make ready for my post on Friday. Happy belated birthday Annmaree - your card were so pretty. Loved the pictures of the mall and I am a BIG Roy Orbison fan - He was popular when I was very, very young!! Thank you so much for continuing to support me!!!
Happy Holidays!
Sandy

Unknown said...

Happy belated Birthday to you!! Sorry I was late I m late on a lot of things lately.
Love all the pictures and sounds like you had a nice Birthday!
Hope your having a wonderful weekend!
XO

coldwaters2 said...

Hi Annmaree first can I send you a very belated birthday wish it sounds like you had a wonderful day. The cards are beautiful as are all the lovely photos,
hugs
lorraine x