Saturday 24 December 2022

Christmas Greetings

I cobbled together a Christmas video this morning. Pour yourself a glass of sherry and join me and Gloria  on the sofa. 
Two friends came by and surprised me with gifts. I will open them tomorrow. 
I set the video to upload and went off for a walk over the fields. After the miserable wet day yesterday it was a tonic to get out in the sunshine today. 
Back in the village I saw that Angela's gate was open so I called in to say hello. She has been busy with a big family event for the last three weeks, so I kept out of her way to give her some breathing space. An invitation to stay for a bite to eat was offered, so I gratefully accepted. I was glad of the company. 
May I take this opportunity to wish all my readers a very Merry Christmas. I hope you have a lovely day tomorrow. Thank you for visiting my blog. We will catch up soon. Toodle pip 

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  1. Hello Ilona. so pleased to see you are enjoying Christmas gifts, Christmas tree and something nice to drink, Am sure you will have some lovely food to enjoy on Christmas Day. I was going to call your latest video 'The Queens Christmas Speech' but you have changed your blog title to ' Love My Life; ...... that is so right for you, hope it is a permanent change. A very Happy Christmas to you. Onlyjo

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    1. Thank you onlyjo. I changed the title because I have moved away from the money saving aspect of it. I do indeed love my life, and I hope I can enjoy it for a long time to come. Happy Christmas to you.

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  2. You're "a big fan of looking forward, and can't change what's already happened"?

    That's interesting given the time and energy you give into talking about certain "topics".

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    1. Jackie, I don't have to answer to you or anybody else. My blog, I choose what to talk about. I hope you have a lovely Christmas.

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    2. Wow what a negative comment by Jackie.

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    3. It happens, marlane. My lovely trolls are out in force tonight. Such fun.

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  3. Noticeable how you seem to be rebranding your blog from meanqueen to "love my life, with Ilona". The internet doesn't forget!

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    1. I have moved on. I hope you have a lovely Christmas.

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    2. "I have moved on". Could have fooled us!

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    3. Hello Max M. Thank you for popping in. I hope you get lots of pressies for Christmas.

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  4. The Ukrainians are being exploited by west propagandists? How so?

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    1. Don't you worry your little head about such things. A merry Christmas to you and your family.

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    2. The reason I asked is that you seemed to support that argument so was hoping that you would explain this to my “little head”. And I wish you back a Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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    3. It would be helpful if you took responsibility for your own head. It has nothing to do with me.

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    4. Oh dear, I need to be blunt. I think your support of someone who thinks the Ukrainians are being exploited by the west demonstrates a complete lack of understanding of geopolitics. Again, Happy Christmas to you and your family

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    5. I think you are a little confused here. This post is about sharing love and kindness at Christmas. I have no idea who this person is that you speak about. Could I suggest that you surrender yourself to the bosom of your family so that they may help you through your confused thoughts. Best wishes.

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    6. Simples, I was referring to your supportive tweet.

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    7. This isn't twitter. simples.

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    8. Thank you for your company. Goodnight.

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  5. I love your new blog name - very appropriate I thought as I love your happy life too - Have a great day Ilona - Cheers xx

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    1. Thank you flis. Simple, but true. Enjoy your day with your doggies.

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  6. I'm assuming you didn't buy any gifts for your friends..

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    1. That's very kind of you to say that. Life is so much better when people are kind. I hope you have a lovely Christmas.

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    2. My husband and I decided a long time ago not to exchange gifts with ourselves or anyone else and it feels good .

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    3. Very sensible, marlane. And very liberating as well.

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    4. That'll be a "no" from Ilona then.

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    5. Hi Anonymous. Did you work that out all by yourself? Such a clever clogs. Have a super Christmas.

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  7. A very nice kind post. Do keep these kind nice posts up and move on from the “big reset” stuff. Very happy Christmas to you and your family.

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    1. Thank you dear Cloe. But I have to say that I don't have to get my posts cleared by you before I publish. Best wishes.

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  8. You certainly weren't very kind when you wrote that nasty piece about carers not long ago, which funnily enough you seem to have deleted. You must think your readers are stupid.

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    1. No, not stupid. That's not a nice thing to say. They get a little muddled sometimes. Enjoy your Christmas.

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    2. Dear Anon please don’t quote Meanqueen previous posts that she has deleted.

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    3. Dear Anonymous. Anonymous can say what they like. I am not listening. It's a pity they are stuck in the past and can't move on. Such a waste of a life. Lots of love. ilona

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    1. Thank you marlane. I hope you have a good one too.

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  10. Dear Ilona, while I am sure you are trying to spread love and kindness you might wish to think about your language…telling people not to “worry their little head” and saying “thank you dear Cloe” could, inadvertently, come across as being just a tad condescending.

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    1. Don't worry sweetie. Try spreading a little kindness. It is so easy. Merry Christmas.

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  11. Dear Ilona, while I am sure you are trying to spread love and kindness you might wish to think about your language…telling people not to “worry their little head” and saying “thank you dear Cloe” could, inadvertently, come across as being just a tad condescending.

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    1. Oooh look, you hit the publish button twice. Have you not got the hang of it yet? Once is enough.

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    2. Oh gosh how terribly humiliating!

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    3. Never mind, Cathy. It happens when one is not concentrating on the job in hand. Try to focus more in future.

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    4. My apologies, I thought you would appreciate the sarcasm. In the future try to focus more on what people mean.

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    5. I am so pleased that you have come back to me on this subject. Your opinions are very enlightening. Thank you.

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  12. I hope you have a very happy Christmas. However you choose to spend it x

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    1. I'm sure I will, Gill. I hope you have a lovely day.

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  13. Happy Christmas

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    1. Lovely to see you here, Traveller. Doing your usual round of the blogs? Thanks for popping in. Merry Christmas.

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    2. Oh do stop stalking me Ilona

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    3. You should be flattered dear Traveller. I very much admire your grovelling comments. Lots of love. xxx

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  14. Less of the weird talk in 2023 please

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    1. Dearest Lydia, you don’t seem to realize that It is Ilona’s blog and she can write exactly what she wants - it isn’t up to you or Cloe to approve.

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    2. Yes, please curb your language here. This is a safe and friendly place for my readers. Merry Christmas.

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    3. ilona's safe space lol

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    4. Oooh, I think I have a little fan club emerging. How cute.

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  15. Maybe you should try to sometimes take your own advice?

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    1. I completely agree, Anonymous. My advice to everyone is to do your own thing and live your life the best way you can. I think I achieve that 99% of the time. Lots of love xxx

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  16. She'll probably do her usual thing of deleting all comments then deleting the whole post when things don't go her way lol

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    1. At least this post is better than the Xmas Eve one a few years back

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    2. Such a negative comment, Anonymous. I am so enjoying this I will let it roll. Let's see if we can break all records for the largest amount of daft comments on any blog for 2022. Lots of love xxx

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    3. Did not mean it to be negative - meant it to be positive. This post is better than the one from a few years back….way to go Meanqueen.

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    4. My dear Unknown. You have a marvelous memory if you can recall some inconsequential words from a few years ago. You would do well on a television quiz programme. Please consider putting your talent to good use rather than wasting your precious time here.

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    5. Ooops, I was mistaken. You are not Unknown, you are Anonymous. Silly me, getting mixed up.

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    6. Wasn’t the words was the picture. This years is so lovely in comparison. All the best sweet pea

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    7. Don't worry about it. You will get a headache. Isn't it past your bed time?

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  17. There is one person posting under a licorice allsorts of names I believe - Rather silly of them really x

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    1. Take your pick, flis. I like those round pink coconuty things. I will let them have their fun. It is all rather entertaining. Merry Christmas.

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  18. Wishing you Ilona, a very happy Christmas season and good health, happiness and peace in 2023. Love,
    Margaret in Canada

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    1. Thank you Margaret. And a Merry Christmas to you too. I hope we find love and happiness in 2023.

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  19. I wonder if we have the same stalker Ilona x

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  20. I enjoy your blog, yes there might be polictics involved from time to time. If you don't want to read those then don't, that is the choice we all have. I love, love, love all the pictures, the tales and places of long walks. The life Ilona, I skip past the things of politics of her country. I will say that the US and the UK are both suffering from the inflation of everthing but going on a walk with Ilona cost me nothing. Best wishes for a happy chrismas from Texas.

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    1. Thank you Texas. I am happy to share my lovely country with you. Thank you for your thoughts. Much appreciated. Best wishes. ilona xxx

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    2. Do share the lovely country

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    3. Oh I will, Anonymous. Best place in the world. Lots of love to you and your family. xxx

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    1. Thank you Furry Gnome. I suppose I could open my presents now, it's gone past midnight. I should be in bed really but I am watching the news. Best wishes.

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  22. Merry Christmas everyone and always remember to walk forward with optimism. Have a very happy new year. To Ilona - thank you for your beautiful, enchanting and wonderful posts that you have made this year, please continue with them, thank you.

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    1. Thank you countrygal. You are a shining light among all this treacle I am wading through. I hope you have a lovely Christmas, and a smashing New year. I will stick around, I am going nowhere. Best wishes.

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    2. Countrygal , if this blog has made your year you need to get out more

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    3. Take no notice countrygal. At least you have a name, unlike Anonymous who can't make up their mind about a suitable name to choose. Must be awful to be an anonymous nobody.

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  23. A merry Christmas to you, and health, love and happyness for 2023! Thank you for all your posts, sometimes I don´t quite agree with what you write, but it always gives me something to think about. Your posts about your long walks, your lovely pictures, your meals, I often read them twice.
    Hilde in Germany

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    1. Hello Hilde. Lovely to see you here. I knew I could rely on you to write a sensible and well constructed comment. I wish you well in your walking. Only a few days to go. Looking forward to receiving your total. Best wishes. ilona

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  24. Merry Christmas, Ilona. Thank you for your all of your posts and your videos. I hope you will continue to share the view of your daily life, of your world. You have posted some very lovely pictures over this past year and I look forward to many more. Stay warm - stay safe. Ranee (MN) USA

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    1. Thank you Ranee. I will continue, you can rely on that. I hope to share more of my varied life, both indoors and outdoors. Thank you for popping in. You look after yourself. Best wishes. ilona

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  25. Thank you for all your videos - I enjoy them immensely
    Merry Christmas to you and your cats. Best wishes for a very Happy New Year !

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    1. Thank you Laura. I hope you have a lovely Christmas Day, and a brilliant New Year. Stick around kiddo, this blog will rock.

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  26. I totally agree, we should be kind to people and lend a helping hand , especially to refugees from other countries seeking a better life.

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    1. Kindness is wonderful. Look at all the lovely comments I have had here. I am blessed. Lots of love. xxx

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  27. Merry Christmas! I have enjoyed your blog for several years now, and I love the new title. I hope the New Year brings you excellent health and many wonderful moments of joy. Merry Christmas to your kitties, as well. We love the four-leggeds in our household, too!

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    1. I am chuffed that you have stuck it out for so long, ha ha. Four legs are better than two. especially if they are covered in fur. Lets us go forward into 2023 all together. Best wishes. ilona

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  28. Happy Christmas Ilona, I always read your blog, but seldom comment as you know

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    1. Good morning Colin. Just to have you around is enough. Thank you for your comment, and I hope you have a lovely day.

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  29. To be honest I find it quite strange that you've stopped offering money saving advice, right at a time when people would read it. I guess if you're doing alright now financially then you've decided not to bother anymore.

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    1. Merry Christmas Anonymous. To be honest I find it quite strange that you expect me to be stuck in the past. Life goes on you know. If I am still skint then I haven't been listening to my own good sense solutions. I have found a way to break the cycle of endless scrimping. My journey back to normality is all documented in the blog, and is there for anyone wishing to access it. Lots of love to you and your family.

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  30. Merry Christmas, I am another regular reader but hardly comment. I hope 2023 is kind to you!
    Wendy C ,Bribie Island Oz

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    1. Hello Wendy. I am chuffed that you have dropped in with a comment. I will make sure that 2023 is kind to me, because I am kind to myself. I wish the same for you. We will go forward together at the start of a brand new year.

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  31. Have a good day today, Ma'am!
    Weather this morning in my part of Texas - 25 deg. Had a -1 the other morning! I think your part of this world has been warmer than southeasterly Texas!
    Thank you for your blog & vids! I look at your blog first thing in the morning. It gives my morning coffee drinking a thoughtful & energetic companion!
    And to the trolls..How very sad you are.
    Get yourselves a life.

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    1. Dear Edith, In my head I can actually hear the words coming out of your mouth as you type. I like to imagine different accents. Best skip over the negative comments, and follow the path forward to positivity. I will come with you. A happy New Year to you and your family.

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  32. Dear Ilona wishing you a super-duper Christmas day and lots of love and best wishes to you and the fur baby's XX🌈Jo dorset

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    1. Hello Jo in Dorset. You are lucky to live in a beautiful part of England. Breakfast is eaten, presents open, now a spot of lunch and then off I go for a walk. I hope you have a lovely day. ilona xxx

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  33. Merry Christmas Ilona. I hope you and your furry family have a great day doing your own thing.

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    1. Thank you theboatgal. I did my own thing. Ate some lovely tasty cheese and crackers. Went a walk and saw a fabulous sunset. Watched some videos.

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  34. Seasons greetings Ilona and all the best for 2023, Elaine (Oldham)

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    1. Hello Elaine. Lovely to hear from you. I have high hopes that 2023 is going to be one hell of a ride for all of us. Hold tight and put your seat belt on. Best wishes. ilona

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  35. Things seem to have slowed up a bit here. Any more for any more? I will leave it as it is, because it makes for amusing reading. People have had their say, will they now fade away and get a life of their own to play around with. I doubt it but I live in hope.

    Thank you to the kind and genuine readers. I love your positive comments. No need for negativity here. ilona xxx

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    1. WOW 1250 viewings of this post. The nasties have certainly excelled themselves.

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