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Home Christmas

Annual Christmas Selfie & Bloopers!

By:Nagi
Published:25 Dec '18Updated:25 Dec '18
194 Comments

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas from sunny Sydney!!

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018

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. 🙄

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Oops. Haven’t removed the price tag on the dress… (and it’s over a year old!😂)

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

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

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018

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194 Comments

  1. Wendy says

    December 25, 2018 at 4:02 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer! Christmas Eve in Canada, the weather is mild, spending time with a friend and her family is lovely for single me. Lots of prep done today for Christmas Eve fondue and the big feast tomorrow which was fun for me. Hope you’ve had a lovely Christmas Day!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:29 pm

      Sounds delish Wendy! I hope you loved every minute of it!

      Reply
  2. Theresa V says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:42 pm

    Merry Christmas, just love your recipes and Dozer

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:29 pm

      Thanks so much Theresa!

      Reply
  3. Sabrina says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:41 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer!! Love the photo’s!! Thank you for sharing your amazing recipes!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:30 pm

      Here’s to many more in 2019 Sabrina! ❤️

      Reply
  4. Pattie Leonardis says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:38 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi!
    Thank you for all your great recipes. Give Dozier a hug from me here in Arizona!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:30 pm

      Will do Pattie, Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  5. Lisa Cupp says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:33 pm

    I love the pics. It’s cool here in
    the Southern United States. Had extended family over for Christmas eve and tomorrow will just be 6 of us. Thank you for sharing your family with us.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:30 pm

      I hope you had a great Christmas Lisa!

      Reply
  6. Monika says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:23 pm

    I love your genuinity and honesty!
    Really enjoyed your last minute you and Dozer pix!!

    Thanks. You made my Christmas Eve!!!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:31 pm

      ❤️ Thanks so much Monika!

      Reply
  7. Laura says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:21 pm

    I love your recipes & super cool photos of You & Dozer. Have a very Blessed, Safe, Awesome Christmas & a Fantastic New Year.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:31 pm

      Same to you Laura!!

      Reply
  8. Joanne Thomas says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:19 pm

    Awesomely awesome!! Love seeing you guys having so much fun. You’ve become my go to for recipes and I loved every single one I’ve tried so far. Thank you so much for being you and Merry Christmas xx

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:32 pm

      It’s always fun here Joanne! ☺️ I’m so glad you’re loving the recipes and I hope you had a fantastic Christmas!

      Reply
  9. Mimi says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:19 pm

    Every one of those photos
    is precious! Thank you for everything you do for us to make our lives easier and so delicious. I can’t count the number of recipes I have downloaded and made over and over. Merry Christmas from 🇨🇦 Canada! We 💕 you!
    Hugs & Kisses to you both, and looking forward to another wonderful year of recipes!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:32 pm

      I love hearing this! Thanks so much Mimi!

      Reply
  10. Sheri Heckel says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:15 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi & Dozer!
    Love the photos!
    You guys are my favorite food site!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:33 pm

      Woot! Thanks so much Sheri!

      Reply
  11. Gail says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:13 pm

    Merry Christmas to you and Dozer! Have a fantastic holiday! 🎄💃🏽🎉🍾

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:33 pm

      Merry Christmas Gail! N x

      Reply
  12. Irene Ledsham says

    December 25, 2018 at 3:01 pm

    You and Dozer are both fabulous!!!
    Merry Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:34 pm

      Merry Christmas Irene!

      Reply
  13. Robyn says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:54 pm

    Happy Christmas to you, Nagi, and Dozer. Love your photos – much more fun than those perfectly posed ones. Keep those recipes coming I’ve thrown out all my old recipe books. Who needs them when I have recipetineats.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:34 pm

      Wow thanks so much Robyn, what a great thing to hear! ❤️

      Reply
  14. Jonathan Schrauer says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:48 pm

    Think i’ Late but want to wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas, and may the New Year be filled with the blessings of all you may wish for for you, your family and friends, and not to forget Dozer.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:35 pm

      Thanks Jonathan, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!

      Reply
  15. Diane Gibbons says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:46 pm

    Terrific photos of you and Dozer! He’s lovely and I’m glad you had to a whole bunch of pictures! ☺️ merry Christmas to you and Dozer

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:35 pm

      Thanks Diane!

      Reply
  16. Scott Piranian says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:44 pm

    Absolutely love the pictures. You and Dozer never fail to bring a smile to my face as is true for your recipes, as well. Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:35 pm

      Happy Holidays Scott!

      Reply
  17. Barbara Lamb says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:26 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer! I couldn’t wait to tell you we have just finished Christmas lunch and I tried your dry brined turkey recipe. Oh MY! BEST turkey I have ever cooked, it was amazing! Thankyou so much for a great recipe! I was worried it would be a bit salty but not at all! BEAUTIFUL! I was amazed how quickly it cooked too, would that be the brining that shortened the cooking time? I will NEVER cook turkey any other way again. We also had a shoulder of pork with extra crispy crackling, ham on the bone and lots of delicious sides…………….almost time for pudding! Enjoy the rest of your day, I bet Dozer gets a special Christmas dinner too, lucky boy! 👍🐶💕

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:36 pm

      I’m drooling Barbara, that sounds divine!! I’m so happy it all worked for you and that you loved it! N x

      Reply
  18. Angela says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer. We love you in Idaho! Your pictures are wonderful. Makes me teary.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:36 pm

      Thanks so much Angela, Hope you had a great Christmas!

      Reply
  19. Anya Bancroft says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    You are so much fun! Love the pics.
    Your Mushroom sauce recipe is fantastic!!!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:37 pm

      I’m so happy you love it Anya!

      Reply
  20. Ellie says

    December 25, 2018 at 2:13 pm

    I so enjoy everything you do. Love Dozer too. Merry,Merry Christmas to you!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 9:37 pm

      Aww shucks, thanks so much Ellie!

      Reply
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