And a very happy 2010 to both my readers. I had planned to write a review of 2009, but I haven’t done it yet, partly because I’m always busy with family at this time of year, and partly because I have a stinking cold, which really slows me down. If you’ve made a bunch of new year’s resolutions, I strongly recommend you look at http://6changes.com/, and think again. It works…
New Year on La Palma
New Year fireworks in Santa Cruz de la Palma, 2009 The Spanish celebrate New Year in a big way. A lot of people go out for an expensive meal wearing evening dress – the the sort of thing I associate with Glyndebourne Opera. Most restaurants offer a special menu, and you have to book well in advance. This year, large family parties were back in fashion, because they’re cheaper. I’ve…
Christmas Market in Santa Cruz de la Palma
One of the tall ships in Santa Cruz de La Palma last year For several years now, Santa Cruz de la Palma has hosted a Christmas market and a meeting of tall ships. This year, there are sadly no ships, but there’ll still be a flea market on Christmas morning, from 9 am to 2 pm. And a very Merry Christmas to all my readers. Here on La Palma, it’s…
Where to find Nativity Scenes
I’ve just discovered a list of nativity scenes (in Spanish) here
Nativity Scenes
Christmas trees are a newish thing here, although probably most houses have one now. The main traditional decoration is nativity scenes. Some just show the stable, but some public ones are so elaborate that they include the whole village, and it’s always a Canarian village. Obviously that’s historically inaccurate, but no more so than all the English nativity scenes where Mary and Jesus are blond. This one was on display…
Winning -ish
I’m winning – sort of. The Christmas cards and UK presents have been posted, and the turkey’s been ordered. The house is a little tidier, and the decorations are up. There’s still plenty to do, but I did get out last night for a little fun. Manifold had a concert, and all three of us went. Our son got sleepy after only three songs, so I had to leave then,…