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HowVeryDareYou Thu 29-Dec-22 20:19:05

There's a thread about getting presents we didn't like - What did you get that you LIKE?

I had -
Supervet's NEW book
slippers with cats on
Soap & Glory toiletries
Bailey's
Hotel Chocolat selection
Dove shower gels
tealights

Ailidh Thu 29-Dec-22 20:30:11

I had some lovely things!
Including
LED gloves that are just perfect for taking the dogs out for their last and first lampposts of the day when it's dark (live in apartment with communal gardens, can't just chuck them out the back like I used to)
Candles to aid sleep
Silver brooch of a sheep (I'm a crocheter)
Lovely soft shawl from a fairly new friend, wasn't sure if he would but he did, huzzah!

Oh, and the dogs bought me a print by Zeppelinmoon!

AskAlice Thu 29-Dec-22 20:37:13

I got a huge box of bits and bobs for the greenhouse and gardening. New trowel, fork and weeder, plant labels, twine, snips, little butterflies on wires, all those lovely things that you see and think "I really need those!"

Jo Malone Pear and Freesia cologne - gorgeous fragrance that I have not tried before.

Also, a solar light in the shape of a tortoise - perfect!

Lovely smellies from DD2 (who is 5 weeks away from having her first child in her late 30s - that will be a wonderful gift in itself!) and a beautiful hand knitted scarf.

Truly spoilt...

GrannySeaside51 Thu 29-Dec-22 20:50:57

A 2023 calendar with photos of my DD’s black lab
A bottle of Damson gin

M0nica Thu 29-Dec-22 20:59:17

All of them. nearly all books and all were ones I wanted, or in one case DS knew me so well, he knew he could confidently buy me a specific book without checking.

A calendar illustrated with family photos

In my stocking I had a practical plastic plate to use in the microwave and lots of white chocolate.

LtEve Thu 29-Dec-22 21:07:55

I got a new kindle from DH, a knitted throw, a silk eye mask and some new pj’s from DD and a Simple magazine subscription and a Seasalt top from my 2 sons. Love all my presents, I am very lucky.

CanadianGran Thu 29-Dec-22 21:08:18

Nice chocolates, nice socks (50% wool, so warm but not itchy), a new puzzle and a nice but casual sweater.

Patsy70 Thu 29-Dec-22 21:08:43

Two beautiful jumpers, scarves, socks, candles, chocolates, bird feeder, garden pot & holder. I was thoroughly spoilt. ♥️

CanadianGran Thu 29-Dec-22 21:08:57

I should buy a thesaurus... a nice one! haha

rafichagran Thu 29-Dec-22 21:10:50

Face creams that I asked for, some beautiful candles from one Granson, and a bag of not expensive things chosen by my younger Grandson, all things I will eat, like, and use.

HowVeryDareYou Thu 29-Dec-22 21:51:59

You've all had some lovely things smile

AskAlice Granddaughter or Grandson due?

Lucca Thu 29-Dec-22 21:55:16

A wonderful drawing of me by my 4 year old GS very funny includes the colours of my dress and me heading for my favourite cafe Framed too

Grannybags Thu 29-Dec-22 22:18:09

How lovely Lucca

Grandmabatty Thu 29-Dec-22 22:33:07

A Kate Spade handbag
Ted Baker scarf
Two soft jumpers
Slipper boots
All from dd and sil
I got other stuff too which I appreciate but those were extra special

ginny Thu 29-Dec-22 22:33:31

Lucky me,
Art supplies, photo printer, cheese making kit, silver neck chain and matching bracelet and a voucher to book a cookery /baking class of my choice.

lixy Fri 30-Dec-22 02:31:31

I will certainly be making good use of my new solar-powered radio in the garden next year; great present.

HowVeryDareYou Fri 30-Dec-22 09:17:24

Lucca How lovely

BladeAnnie Fri 30-Dec-22 09:20:21

I too had some lovely gifts
Calendar with pictures painted at nursery by DGC
Framed photo of DGC
Angel perfume
Jewellery box
Miriam Margolyes book
Hand cream
Candle
Reindeer mug and coaster (I love reindeer 🦌)
A lovely lightweight scarf
A long hot water bottle for when my back aches
I feel very lucky and loved everything I received 🎁💕🎁

glammanana Fri 30-Dec-22 09:55:11

I was very spoilt this year as always...
Jo Malone candle just wonderful
Snuggly all day lounge suit wonderful in this weather
Cream soft leather driving gloves to match my jacket.
Picture and frame of DGDs palm prints done at nursery before she moved up to big school.To be treasured.
Lots of lovely smellies from DGSs all my favourite brands,so thoughtful.

Mollygo Fri 30-Dec-22 09:56:47

Hug from grandson!
Cushion with photo of us out with the dog.
Oodie,
Fame perfume
Apple Watch
Chocolates
Book vouchers for Kindle books.
Mug with photo of our dog playing parrot on my shoulder.
Loved all of them.

Kate1949 Fri 30-Dec-22 10:09:50

Two silver rings
£100 voucher for our favourite Italian restaurant.
Wine
Chocs
Books
Boots gift card
Much more
All lovely

henetha Fri 30-Dec-22 10:26:39

I had a lovely Joules top which is only a very tiny bit tight. So a good incentive for dieting.
An Anglepoise lamp for reading in bed.
Really soft bedsocks. And bootee slippers.
Lovely shower gel and body lotion.
A generous Amazon voucher.
A Dr.Who teapot and mug. I'm trying to think positive about this.
Very pretty earrings.
Lots of odds and ends... chocolates, shortbread, etc.

Aldom Fri 30-Dec-22 10:38:00

A navy blue down gilet
ESPA hand-wash, hand cream and hand gel
Concert ticket
Green & Black's Classic Collection chocolate
Box of Body Shop toiletries
Amaryllis
Stunning, red tulips. These were delivered in the week before Christmas.
Each of the gifts I received was thoughtfully chosen and much appreciated by me. smile

Aldom Fri 30-Dec-22 10:41:51

Lucca

A wonderful drawing of me by my 4 year old GS very funny includes the colours of my dress and me heading for my favourite cafe Framed too

How very thoughtful Lucca. A family heirloom in the making. Enjoy. smile flowers

Quokka Fri 30-Dec-22 10:42:33

Tickets to see the Lion King musical