Monday, December 21, 2009

OUT AND ABOUT AT CHRISTMAS


I hope you all like the new header because it took me from 5pm till midnight to get it on as it just wouldn't centre! In the end I had to crop it in order to increase the width but you can see the whole effect above. It is, of course, a light projection of Raphael's Madonna della Seggiola and, along with the stars, it is a lovely sight, lighting up the Duomo di San Pietro for Christmas.

Outside the Bar Edicolè there are these pretty arrangements:





And round at Mr T's deli, his daughter has set up this clever tree:



I hope you're all beginning to feel festive!

15 comments:

Maria said...

This year I am feeling festive... I don't know ... I am hoping the grinch has gone for good and this only means that 2010 will be a year where I am caught up in the spirit all year long! Wishing the same for you and Simi!

All the best always,
M

PS.. Thanks for always being an inspiration and sharing a kind word and a yummy recipie and all the wonderful tidbits you hand out about Sicily. I know because of you I carry a bit of my Dad's heritage closer to my heart! xoxo

Betty said...

The header is very nice. It was worth the time and effort. Nothing is ever easy. For some reason I can't get more than one photo to upload to a post tonight. There's always domani.

CalumCarr said...

Hi WL

A lovely header. Sometime soon I need to revamp my entire blog design but that's for after the New Year.

Enjoy your Sicilian Christmas. You too, Simi.

Leslie: said...

Your new header is spectacular! I wish I could actually see the real thing. Have a wonderful Christmas with all your wonderful friends. I hope I get this right: Buon Natale.

J. M. P. said...

I've modified the heading photo and I've sent it to a mail I've found in your blog — I'm not sure if it's the right adress though. It's a really nice photo and it would be great to see it at its best. If it still needs to be improved please let me know, just want to help.
Merry Christmas!

Rowena said...

Now I know that you folks on the island have had or are still having your fair share of foul weather, but it struck me as odd not to see any snow in the pics! It must be nice not to have to worry about slipping on any ice. Buon Natale!!!

Sally said...

The duomo looks stunning, stunning, stunning - thank you for sharing that with us. Last night we had candle-lit carols in our village church, with snow on the ground and stars overhead - it really starts to feel as if Christmas is coming.

Gledwood said...

I'm trying not to. But I do!!

Have a look at my snowy pixx. They're on today (Monday) and you can tell me whether you miss the LOVELY British weather...!!!!!!!!

Whispering Walls said...

Buon Natale WL!

Lucia said...

lots of fun and so beautiful. I hope you and Simi have a wonderful Christmas and that 2010 will be a happy, healthy and prosperous year!
xo

Gary said...

My favorite time of year in old Sicilia! :-)

CherryPie said...

I like the header and the pics of the pretty arrangements.

Trubes said...

Wonderful pictures Welshcakes...
We have lots of snow so feeling very festive indeed.
Needless to say dear old 'Blighty' has ground to a halt again...
Don't you just miss living here!
I wish you and Simi and all your friends, a peaceful happy Christmas and New year,
Love from all at Chez Trubes.xx

Di.x

Gledwood said...

Doesn't traditional baubally snowy glittery Xmas feel out of place in Sicily... surely it's still quite hot out there, even in late December...?

Welshcakes Limoncello said...

Hi, Maria. I'm so glad you are feeling festive this year. I remember you were feeling low last year and with reason. Congratulations on your positive attitude! And thank YOU for being so loyal to this blog from the beginning. BUON NATALE e FELICE 2010. xx woof! Hi, Betty. I think these things are just temperamental sometimes. Glad you like the photo. Buon Natale. Ciao, Calum. That's definitely a job for the New Year! Happy Xmas to you. Hi, fullet. That is very kind of you and as you know by now, I got the email. I will try putting it on later. Buon Natale. Hi, Rowena. I've only twice seen ice here. It is nice not to worry about slipping! You take care up there and Buon Natale to you & yours. Thank you, Leslie. Maybe one day you'll come over! Yes, that's right - Buon Natale to you, too. Thanks, Sally. I'm glad you like it. You've got me feeling all nostalgic now! Buon Natale to you & Jedd. Ciao, Gleds. Over in a mo. Buon Natale to you. Buon Natale, WW! Ciao, Lucia. Buon Natale e Buon anno. Hi, Gary. Buon Natale to you. Thanks, Cherie. Buon Natale. Hi, Trubes. Are nyou still all snowed in over there? Buon Natale to you & yours, including, of course, the lovely Chloe. Hi, Gleds. We have had a couple of warm days - 29 C the most - but it can get quite cold here from November to March. Not as cold as the UK, though! Buon Natale to you.
BUON NATALE E BUON ANNO A TUTTI FROM SIMI AND ME XX WOOF!

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