Linda Kitson Photography

Well, so hard to believe that it is Christmas tomorrow, although my boys are both well and truly ready for it; in fact they have told me they will be in bed by 7.30 tonight, as that will make Santa come quicker they think.

I love this time of year, it is so magical, a time for reflection on what is truly important in life, and for new beginnings as well as endings.

Many thanks to all my wonderful clients this year, and I hope to see families back to update their shots, it will be so wonderful to continue seeing those little newborns blossom into the ones and twos.

My new years resolution – to keep on with the Flylady program (flylady.net), and have my home definitely out from under the clutter I have helped it accumulate – 2 rooms down so far, and amazed how much better it all is already.

Take care out there this holiday season – the best gift you can give your family is to still be there, so just slow down and  get there safely

And lastly, as I have to share a photo, here is my lovely present to the whole family, Leila, the Devon Rex, a cheeky minx if ever there is one, who has the whole family wrapped around her paw.

I know many of us want to help out the bushfire victims but are not sure just what they can contribute.  Many people have been donating food and bedding, clothing, and blood which is great, but now the Red Cross are crying out for money donations even more so.  Even the smallest amount will help.

There are a couple of ways you can make your money go further though.

The Red Cross Bushfire Appeal

At their website:- Red Cross is all the information you need to do a secure online donation or if you prefer there is a toll free number so you can call and donate over the phone.

 Coles

If you can hold off until Friday to do your big grocery shop, Coles supermarkets will donate all profits from that day to the bushfire appeal. Please pass on to friends, family and colleagues (as well as those interstate as this applies to all Coles supermarkets throughout the country).  See the link below for more details. 

Link – Coles Profit Donation Information

Myer Bushfire Appeal

Myers will match any donations that go through them, $1 for $1.  Here is the info:-

Donate at any Myer store in Victoria from 9am Monday, February 9. Myer will match donations up to $500,000 dollar for dollar, aiming to raise $1 million. Proceeds to the Salvation Army for distribution in fire-affected communities.

Note: this is Victorian Myer stores only.

These are just a few things we can do.  And remember, all money you donate is tax deductible.

Most importantly though – these areas also need time to grieve – so the last thing they need is rubberneckers going to look at them and their townships at the moment – the best way we can help them is by ensuring they have the ability to rebuild their lives as best as they can via donations.

Whilst it is still Christmas Day (though not for too much longer), just like to wish everyone that they have a safe and happy Christmas holidays, and that they have a healthy and prosperous new year.

My new years aim – to lose some weight!!! and grow my business – stay tune for some exciting coming attractions