Looks like you're getting it bad up there. It's very cold here but bright and sunny...as yet, no snow. Strange weather really, last year we enjoyed the warmest November on record, maybe we'll have a heatwave in January.
Funny story about that. I bought a very nice rug one christmas for my g/f. In fact it was so nice I almost kept it for myself. No need though, she had bought me the very same rug.
RE: HAPPY CHRISTMAS
Yes it's a white out in Stockport, hope it lasts till the weekend, might go up to The Lakes for some spectacular views.And maybe get rescued by some lovely Mountain Rescue women.