Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas from sunny Sydney!!
As with every year, it’s not until the last minute that I realise that I don’t have a single merry photo of Dozer and I to send out to wish everyone Happy Holidays.
And so the annual Christmas-selfie-ritual takes place: I gasp with dismay, and in amongst the whirlwind of last minute Christmas baking, present wrapping and deliveries, I hustle Dozer outside for a “quick” selfie before scurrying off to another Christmas gathering.
I set the camera timer, then dash around into position, grab Dozer in a bear hug and try to smile cheerfully (yet serenely) at the camera as it starts flashing.
And as with every other year, it takes many, many takes to get ONE acceptable photo.
This year was a particularly good effort on Dozer’s part. He bowled me over.
Then tried to sleep on me. 🙄
Oops. Haven’t removed the price tag on the dress… (and it’s over a year old!😂)
Why I can’t get organised to get someone to take a photo for me remains a mystery.
Tell me what you’re doing today!! The RecipeTin Family Christmas took place on the weekend because half the family are overseas today which is actually Christmas Day. I took Dozer to the beach this morning to play with a dozen or so of his Golden Retriever friends, I’m writing this up and now I’m about to head off to spend the day with the family of one of my best friends, my “other” family.
🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS!!🎄 Our jeans might be a bit snugger tomorrow, but that’s ok. Diet starts next year! 😂 – Nagi x
Susan McLaren says
Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer enjoy your recipes 😄🏴
Lee says
I loved your Christmas photos. I am so glad I found your Web Site, it is my go to recipe source. I told a friend about it and she is making your Maple Glazed Ham for Christmas. Thank you for your hard work and for sharing Dozer with us.
Nagi says
Wahoo! I hope she loves the ham!
J says
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Merry Christmas N and Dozer! Cute pics!
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Nagi says
Thanks so much! Merry Christmas to you too!
Bob Ashby says
THANK YOU! My wife just dished up your chocolate pie recipe to our Christmas party and it was AMAZING.
AMAZING!!!!!
(So good, I had to say it again…)
Merry Christmas- Bob in Tasmania
Nagi says
I’m so glad you loved it Bob!!
Eddie says
Merry Xmas Nagi. &Dozer thanks for the wonderful recipe’s the Italian log & strawberry cheese cake was a hit. A wonderful new year to both of you.
Nagi says
Thanks so much for the feedback Eddie! I hope you had a great Christmas!
Toni says
Feliz Navidad, Nagi y Dozer. Gracias por las deliciosas recetas.
Nagi says
Thanks Toni! Merry Christmas!
Helen says
Happy Christmas, Nagi and Dozer. Love all the photos! Thank you for a year of amazing recipes, looking forward to next years.
Nagi says
Thanks so much Helen, I hope you continue to enjoy my new recipes in 2019!
David obrien says
Happy Christmas to you and Dozer ,your recipes are great and the videos make even me a good cook ,thank you .
Nagi says
You’re so welcome David! Merry Christmas!
Julie says
Love your Christmas shots of you & Dozer! Hope you enjoyed your Christmas Day and got spoilt by Santa! Merry Christmas Nagi x
Nagi says
😂 We sure did! Thanks Julie!
Linda says
Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer! 🎄. Fixing your Standing Rib Roast did Christmas dinner tomorrow. I’ll let you know how it turns out. I know it will be great as all your recipes are wonderful and perfect. So easy to follow.
Nagi says
I hope you loved it Linda!
Gillian DidierSerre says
Dearest Nagi a very merry Christmas and a very Happy and Prosperous 2019 for you and our Dozer💕🎄🐕
Nagi says
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Gillian!
Rosanna says
Buon Natale Nagi,
Amo le tue ricette!!!
Nagi says
Thanks so much Rosanna!❤️
Anne Gitte says
Merry Christmas to you and lovely Dozer. I love your recipes and clever suggestions. Looking forward to more in the new year.
Nagi says
Thanks Anne, there’s lots more to come!
Wynn says
Merry Christmas to you and Dozer! It’s only an hour into Christmas here, so we’ll be grabbing a few hours of sleep and it will still be Christmas morning when we wake up! We will all have tight jeans by nightfall and probably be exploding out of them by the time the new year arrives, but can begin to atone on the 2nd. Loved the photos! 🎄 🐾🐾
Nagi says
😂 Here’s to a healthy January where we can get our pants done up again!
Jenny says
Really enjoy your blog and the recipes both from you and your Mum. The pics with Dozer are a hoot. We have three small dogs, one turns his back anytime he sees a camera, I have too many shots of his rear!!! One immediately leaves the room, she really doesn’t like to get photos taken, and the third will sit and look confused when his “brother and sister” suddenly disappear!!!!! In comparison your Dozer is so calm about it all, but that is typical Golden, unimpressed even by his bling covered Santa hat!!!
Nagi says
😂 So true!! They do say to never work with animals!
Sharon Adkins says
Just beautiful Nagi xxx Merry Christmas to you and Dozer and you’re whole family
Nagi says
Merry Christmas to you too Sharon!
Julie says
Your photos are a crack up. Merry Christmas to you both!
Nagi says
😂 I had to share what really happens in a photo shoot!
Carla says
Merry Christmas, Nagi and Dozer! We are “settling down for a long winter’s nap” after enjoying yet another of your fabulous recipes: lasagna, plus other Christmas Eve fixins. Tomorrow it’s brunch and a day of yummy leftovers. I enjoy your blog so much, and have become a better cook because of your generosity. Blessings to you and your family for a healthy and prosperous New Year. And much love to Dozer, my third favorite dog after our own Indy and Wishbone!
Nagi says
I love hearing this Carla! Merry Christmas to you!
Bev W says
Happy Christmas Nagi.
Love your recipes-thank you!
Nagi says
You’re so welcome Bev!
Kin says
Merry Christmas, Nagi & Dozer! Love the photos of the two of you. 🙂 Thanks so much for all the fabulous recipes, but even more thanks for the fun and joy you share with your readers. Looking forward to many more wonderful years with both of you! Wishing you all the blessings of the Christmas season and a happy, Healthy 2019. Sending lots of love & hugs your way! <3
Nagi says
Thanks for the great feedback! I hope you had a great Christmas and New year Kin!