Friday 28 December 2012

christmas magic

On Christmas Eve we had two surprise visitors.  No, not Santa and Rudolph. We, like many homes were anticipating their arrival but our visitors were a genuine surprise.  In fact, they nearly gave Mr F a heart attack.

After laying out some hay and carrots on our patio table for the reindeer, and a mince pie and beer for Santa, donning new pyjamas and reading favourite Christmas stories, the little ones were tucked up for the night.

I was elbow deep in ingredients for our Christmas dinner when I realised I needed some parsley for the stuffing so Mr F kindly offered in sous chef capacity to get some from our vegetable patch.

He returned, a few minutes later, visibly shocked and exclaiming "you've got to see this".  Well, what could I do but have a look.  And there they were.  Our surprise guests enjoying a meal of reindeer food from our patio table.





Mr F thought they were reindeer at first, hence the initial shock.  He had just heard the munching and popped round the side of the house to have a look and was met with two hairy behinds.  Little wonder he was a bit shaken.

The little donkeys have taken up residence in our neighbour's field right next to our house.  He has kindly taken them in, for now at least.  We can only presume they have been dropped off.  A sad sign of the times. Once loved pets that have proven too expensive.

But they have been lucky to find their way here.  I will keep you posted on what happens.

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I posted today on modflowers about some pretty things I love.  Gorgeous screen printed ceramics which are definitely on my wishlist.  Take a peep if you get a chance.

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  1. oh! my Bee....what a surprise....sorry your descriptive writing skills are too good...I just had to laugh at "hairy behinds" I bet Mr F nearly jumped out of his skin He! He!....my apologies Mr F but I've a vivid imagination and well...what more can I say.
    Bless them at least they have found something to eat and someone considerate....looking forward to hearing how the two Ds get on.

    wishing you a very Happy New Year :-)

    Amanda :-)
    Crafty in the Med
    Giveaway closes 6th January...early evening.

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    1. He got the shock of his life ... it was very funny ... they are being well cared for at the minute thankfully ... Bee xx

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  2. Wow, I bet he needed a sit down after that shock! I love donkeys so much, they have such kind faces. Looking forward to hearing how they get on xxx

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    1. It was very funny ... his face was a picture ... donkeys are so lovely ... they looked a little dirty and uncared for but are being treated like royalty at the moment ... Bee xx

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  3. So funny, I would have loved to have seen his face!!! :) x

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    1. It was priceless, Ada ... we had a good laugh about it ... Bee xx

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  4. Oh that is so funny!! Not that they have been abandoned of course - but I wish I could have seen his face when he heard the munching!! Hope their luck continues...off to Modflowers now to check out your guest post :) x

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    1. It was comical ... the little donkeys are being spoilt rotten at the minute ... they lucked out really I think ... Bee xx

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  5. ....that's amazing......donkeys on Christmas Eve........they are so lovely ...bet it was their best Christmas ever! X

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    1. It definitely made it that extra bit special ... and it's a lovely story for future Christmases ... Bee xx

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  6. Oh how funny - your story gave me a wee giggle! Mr F will be dining out on this story for many Christmasses to come!
    xx

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    1. He definitely will Gilly ... he really did get a shock though .. Bee xx

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  7. how sweet, I love donkeys! there is always the donkey sanctuary in Sidmouth, Devon. They have hundreds of donkeys and would probably take two more if your neighbour gets stuck. At least they are together, Heather x

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    1. We love them too ... I would be sad to see them go ... they're happily enjoying their stay for now anyway ... Bee xx

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  8. I think I would have had the same reaction as your husband! What a great surprise though :-) x

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    1. I know ... if I had went out for the parsley I think I might have collapsed with the shock ... it is lovely though ... Bee xx

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  9. So cute!! Did the kids see the donkeys? I love this, how random and perfect! Gillian x

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    1. It was so unexpected and brilliant ... donkeys on Christmas Eve ... it makes a great memory ... the little ones didn't see them until Christmas morning ... we were going to let them come down to see them but they were fast asleep when we checked ... they have been giving them carrots on a daily basis since though ... Bee xx

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  10. Blimey, that's mad. I wonder if, just for a split second, he actually believed it was Santa and his reindeer - I know I would have! Glad to hear they're ok! x

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    1. Mad it definitely is, Suzie ... he did say he actually thought for a minute that he had disturbed the reindeer ... Bee xx

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  11. Oh my goodness. I can imagine the shock!!! I bet it looked like reindeer had actually been though when you littles woke. C

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    1. Yes it was great ... they saved us a job disposing of the hay ... Bee xx

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  12. What a wonderfully random surprise!! And on Christmas Eve as well! I'm glad they've found such lovely people to look after them for now. Good luck to you and your neighbours and keep us posted xx

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    1. It was extra magical being Christmas Eve ... will definitely let you know how they get on ... Bee xx

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  13. Very magical! A christmas to remember!

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    1. Most definitely ... it's one we will never forget ... Bee xx

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  14. That did make me giggle - sorry. What a lovely surprise.

    Nina x

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    1. It made us giggle here too Nina ... a little incredulously ... I must admit ... but it was the most lovely surprise ... Bee xx

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  15. Hello Bee, I read thus yesterday and thought I'd commented, so sorry fir not doing so! What a shock, but aren't donkeys gorgeous animals? Would have loved to have seen them tucking in on Christmas Eve,

    Have a great New Year!

    Claire xxx

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  16. The donkey desperately needs its feet trimming - they are way too long, starting to curl and going to cause walking problems, pain and discomfort. I know they are sweet animals but they need experienced care. Please seek help for them

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    1. Thanks for that ... the donkeys hooves have been taken care of ... they are being well cared for by an experienced farmer ... unfortunately it was their prior owners who allowed them to get in this state ... Bee

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    2. Great to hear - they are such beautiful animals and deserve the best! Sorry I don't have a name yet - i'm new to all this blogging (where on earth have i been??) Have a great new year :)

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    3. I know we love having them next door to us ... looking forward to reading your blog ... wishing you a happy new year too ... Bee

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  17. new follower here, what a beautiful blog, so suprising to see your surprise visitors...was just going to say where do you live and we'll come and get them! we have 2 donkeys who are much loved and well cared for...so glad they are now being looked after. Looking forward to reading more of your lovely blog! Emmax

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