Tuesday 22 December 2015

The Wee Folks Seasons Greetings, 2015.

 
And thus, Fidelina, the beautiful fairy princess, her husband, Geoffrey the garden gnome and their wee son, Einahalk, rejoiced in the warm, reassuring glow of the twinkling Christmas lights.

The wee folks, such curios, magical beings, were in from the cold.  The warmth of their well meaning radiating a sense of peace, of calm, within our living room from the days gone past.  Memories captured from a previous Christmas time.

Such diversity.  Their ethos, an ideal that embraces an all different, all equal world. 
See the joy, the sheer delight on the faces of the wee folks.  They find celebration through observation.  Observation of the simple yet profound moments that often go unnoticed by the big folks in the big world.
Ah yes, that Christmas past.  That living room of the past and the magic that continues. 

In the above photograph is Venetia, the sister of Fidelina, bridesmaid from, The Wee Folks Wedding. The enchanting wedding of Fidelina, the beautiful fairy princess and Geoffrey, the garden gnome.  Standing beside her is the "best gnome", Teagan. There was a hint of romance between the two of them at the magic-filled wedding on the first day of summer, the 21st of June, 2010. Note the gnome in the background, Yrag, who is the best friend of Teagan.

Here be a happy little monkey.  His great long arms wrapped over top of a couple of friendly garden gnomes.  Nice tinsel effect.  Happy little monkey.

A past magical moment, frozen in time.  The wee folks rejoiced as one.   Each unique snowdrop cast its glistening wonder upon the enchanted garden where they once doth lived.
Behold.  It be a gathering of wee folks in their new location.  A location removed from their enchanted garden.  And yet, they have told me that they shall make the most of their new, shared ideals adventure.  An adventure which will reveal new hopes, new dreams, new aspirations to my son, our beloved dog, Penny and to me.





Glowing lights.  Glowing candles.  Glowing fire.  The wee folks sing songs of peace, of hope, of love.
Bless Penny the dog.  Like the wee folks, Penny understands the positive power of non-judgemental, unconditional love.  Penny, like the wee folks, can teach us big folks lessons.  If only we would listen.
The setting sun embraced the western horizon.  A twilight of magical promise was revealed as the wee folks gazed upon a tranquil town.  Soon they would drift off to sleep.  A gentle lullaby of hushed tones could be heard as nature's orchestra whooshed through the winter branches.

They be gnomes, fairies and elves
They give of themselves
The sharing 
Of caring
Such diversity
Without adversity
The wee folks
Evoke
That sense of one
It has begun
Their little world
Has unfurled
It reveals
The new ideals
Lessons of peace
On the increase
That we must embrace
For the sake of the human race. 

94 comments:

  1. Lovely! I was waiting for the wee folk to appear to spread their wonderful message!
    Hope you, Tristan & Penny all enjoy a wonderful, peaceful & peace-filled Christmas season.
    I'll be thinking of you all from across the pond, eh! :)

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    1. Hi Jemi,

      The wee folks thank you and I thank you. A message of hope and compassion from them and indeed, our furry friends :)

      Here's to you and your loved ones having a peaceful, magical Christmas time, eh and jolly good!

      Gary :)

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  2. Happy Holidays to you, the wee folks, and Penny!

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    1. Hi Pat,

      Good sir, we thank you. A peaceful holiday season to you.

      Gary :)

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  3. You are so right, we cannot see the joy in little things like the wee folks do. Also what a nice message you have given us all, a message of Peace. May God bless you.

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    1. Hi Munir,

      I knew, dear lady, would understand their important message to us big folks. May Peace be a realisation and not some distant dream. United in a common cause, we can make it so.

      Thank you, my thoughtful friend.

      In peace and hope, your way,

      Gary :)

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  4. Such a magical post! And there is Penny, sweet Penny :) I've been waiting for this post of the wee folks. The holiday season is just not the same without it! Peace and joy to all of you!

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    1. Hi Martha,

      Thank you and may the magic bring magic to our fragile planet. Penny is so content and the magic sparkles in her eyes :)

      I like to believe that this yearly post from the wee folks continues to be a hopeful, peaceful tradition.

      Bless you and enjoy the holiday season, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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  5. I've been waiting for the wee folk to wish us the best of the season......they seem so content (as does Penny) in their new home. May the peace and joy of the season find its way into your heart and give you strength in the coming new year. Merry Christmas Gary, Tristan, Penny and all the wee folk.

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    1. Hi Delores,

      Ah yes, it be that season when the wee folks pass on their important message to us big folks. The wee folks and Penny are adapting and enjoying their new adventure. I appreciate your supportive thoughts, Delores.

      On behalf of the entire group here, a Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

      Gary :)

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  6. What a beautiful post Gary. I love that the wee folk have come out for the magical holiday season. <3 Penny!

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    1. Hi JoJo,

      Your words are heartening, thank you :) Although usually very much in the background, they do indeed bring a special wish during this special time of the year.

      Thank you, JoJo.

      Gary :)

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  7. Peace on Earth would be a wonderful thing! Penny looks very happy.

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    1. Hi Riot Kitty,

      It would be a wonderful ideal. Penny is a most contented dog and her love is an inspiration.

      Thank you, kind friend.

      Gary :)

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  8. Love the pictures and the poem.

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    1. Hi Dizzy-Dick,

      The wee folks, the lovable dog and myself, appreciate that. Thank you and peace be with you, good sir.

      Gary :)

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  9. Ahhh.
    Thank the little folk and you for spreading the message we could all benefit from following.

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    1. Hi Sue,

      Your thanks has been passed onto a most hopeful, joyous collection of wee folks.

      Here's to you and your loved ones have a most peaceful holiday season, dear Sue.

      Gary :)

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  10. Happy holidays to you Gary, your son, beautiful Penny and the wee folks.

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    1. Hi Eileen,

      We all thank you kindly. Happy holidays to you, your loved ones and your loving dogs :)

      Gary :)

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  11. Aw magical - lovely post. Wishing you, Tristan and Penny a peaceful and happy Christmas xx

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    1. Hi Teresa,

      Thank you for that, Teresa. Thanks for the Christmas wishes. And here's to you, your family and of course, your furry, four-legged family members.

      Gary :) x

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  12. A wonderful post with lovely magical photos - my favourites are the one with the fire, the last one (which I think would look good as a Christmas card) and of course the one with Penny.

    Wishing you, Tristan, Penny and the wee folks a happy and peaceful Christmas and New Year xx

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    1. Hi Eunice,

      That's most kind of you. Thank you for that and such compliments on the photos :)

      And here's to you, your two dogs Sophie and Sugar and an assortment of cats, having a wonderful Christmas and a peaceful 2016.

      Gary :) x

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  13. They have settled happily into their new home, all of them together. A good message for all of us.
    Truly amazing photos, Gary.
    You and Penny have a Blessed Christmas. I know what you will be doing Christmas Day and that is such a blessing to others.

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    1. Hi Alex,

      Indeed they have, good sir, indeed they have. I know the message of the wee folks and the unconditional, non-judgemental love shared by Penny, are lessons we can learn from.

      Thank you and we hope you had a peaceful, positive Christmas. I was discreetly in the background trying to be there for those who wanted to chat :) And you knew that, my friend.

      Gary :)

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  14. I wish you, the wee folks, Penny, and Tristan a peaceful, and lovely holiday.

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    1. Hi Arleen,

      Thank you very much, dear lady. It turned out to be the best Christmas Day in many a year.

      I hope you and your loved ones had a wonderful holiday time.

      Gary

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  15. What lovely sentiments and magical pictures. I wish you, Penny and the wee folk much blessings this Christmas and New Year.

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    1. Hi Suzanne,

      Your comment in greatly appreciated. Thank you. It turned out to be a very good Christmas.

      I hope you and your loved ones had a wonderful Christmas.

      Gary :)

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  16. I love the wee folks. Great pictures. :) Happy Holidays.

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    1. Hi Medeia,

      The wee folks love you! :) Delighted you liked the photos. Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones, Medeia.

      Gary :)

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  17. How happy and comfortable they look. Merry Christmas to you and Penny, as well as all the wee folks.

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    1. Hi Liza,

      They have all settled in well in new surroundings which have created new, magical adventures :)

      We thank you for your Christmas wishes, my kind friend. Hope you had a lovely Christmas, Liza.

      Gary :)

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  18. Hi Gary - so pleased to see your wee folk out joining you with Penny in all the glow and coloured lightedness of the festive times ... that warm glow gathering you all around together. My thoughts to you, Tristan and Penny for Christmas, New Year, the season and the year ahead where light will fall ... with many thoughts - Hilary

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    1. Hi Hilary,

      Thank you for that. Such a peaceful ambience inspired by the wisdom and love of the wee folks and Penny.

      Hopeful thoughts to you and we wish that your Christmas was one of peace and yes, magic. May the dawning of 2016 bring us that one step closer to a world of compassion.

      Bless you, my lovely friend.

      Gary

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  19. Gary, that was beautiful, and the photos so precious. I love the lighting.

    Wishing you a Merry Christmas.

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    1. Hi Diane,

      That is very nice of you, Diane. Thank you. Very pleased that you, a superb photographer, likes the photos :)

      Had a superb Christmas with my son and Penny. Hope you and your family had a lovely Christmas.

      Gary

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  20. Penny and the wee folks can sure teach great lessons indeed. Too bad humans have too much crap in their ears to hear it.

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    1. Hi Pat,

      How very true of you. The lessons our magical friends in the wee world and the lessons of our furry friends, lessons we need to learn before it's too late. Time for the crap to be removed from human ears.

      We do so hope you are having a peaceful holiday season, good sir.

      Gary :)

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  21. Christmas blessings to the Wee Folk, Penny, you and your son! You make such charming photos of them!

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    1. Hi Debra,

      The wee folks, Penny, my son and I, kindly thank you :) I'm very pleased you like the photos of the magical cast.

      Hope you are having a great holiday season, eh! :)

      Gary

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  22. And a very Happy Christmas to the wee folk, Penny and yourself Mr G, I wish you much peace and hope you have a good 2016. . . . Damn those years keep turning I must be getting old.

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    1. Hi Rob,

      We all thank you very much, kind sir. Peace and hope for the rest of the holiday season and beyond to 2016. Yes indeed, what happened to 1972!

      Gary :)

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  23. A very happy Christmas to you and the wee folk and especially Penny, not forgetting Tristan. Also a wonderful New Year for all of you.

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    1. Hi Jo,

      We thank you very much and it has been the best Christmas for us here in many a year.

      Hope you are having a joyous holiday season and may 2016 be a most peaceful one. Thank you, Jo.

      Gary

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  24. Your photos look like their filled with magic. Thanks for sharing a very happy scene, Gary. Needed that today. Merry Christmas, dear friend.

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    1. Hi Joylene,

      Thank you and they the photos really are filled with magic because we feel the magic. Sharing a happy scene transcends out happy thoughts to you, my lovely friend, of Canada, of Mexico, of the world.

      I do so hope you had a peaceful, positive Christmas, Joylene.

      Gary

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  25. Peace, hope and love to the wee folk and the big folk, everywhere.
    And especially to your home, Gary.
    Laura
    x

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    1. Hi Laura,

      Thank you, Laura. Indeed, peace, hope and love radiates from here to there, to everywhere, from this home of hopeful magic.

      Do so hope that the holiday season is one of joy and peace to you, my kind friend, Laura.

      Gary
      :) x

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  26. I love the wee folk. Fun to see them now and to see pictures from their past festivities. Beautiful, magical pictures! Glad they have adjusted to their new place. Wishing them and you, Penny, and Tristan a Merry Christmas and a 2016 filled with good health. :)
    ~Jess

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    1. Hi Jess,

      And, my lovely friend, the wee folks love you! :) Pictures of magic from past and present. They are adjusting well to their new adventure. Thank you for your good wishes, Jess. Here's hoping you had a Merry Christmas and that 2016 is one of much promise and hope.

      Gary :)

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  27. I love the wee folk's Christmas gatherings! The lights, the candles, the happiness and harmony, it's all so beautifully peaceful.
    Merry Christmas Gary and Penny and Tristan too.

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    1. Hi River,

      The wee folks are most pleased you like their gatherings :) The ambience captured for all of us to see and to immerse ourselves in.

      We do hope you had a lovely Christmas, River.

      Gary

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  28. Hi Gary, my hirsute friend. Ah, the wee folk. How magical. How filled with wonder. How great for the big folk who haven't managed to grow up properly!
    Of course, I jest, Gare. The wee folk are indeed an example to us all, particularly at this time of year, reminding us that it's more to do with peace and love than presents and money. Hoping that you, Penny and Tristan have a great Christmas and an even better 2016!
    Very Best Wishes,
    From your Andy Fordham-a-like friend,
    David.

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    1. Hi David,

      Ah yes, perhaps the wee folks are the delusional creation of a raving lunatic. And yet, my esteemed friend, you know otherwise. You always have as their wee magical world has touched the very essence of your compassionate soul, good sir.

      Thank you, David. I do so hope that your Christmas was a peaceful, positive experience. Let's realise a better year that be 2016 for you and for all of those who desire a world of peace.

      One hundred and eighty!

      Take good care, David.

      Gary

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  29. Happy Christmas. Love all the photos.

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    1. Hi Ivy,

      Thanking you. Had a very nice Christmas. Hope you and your loved ones did also. Delighted you loved the photos, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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    2. We did, thank you. Now, Tim has one more day of work and then onto the three day, New Year's weekend. We don't drink so it's not a big holiday for us, but we'll enjoy the three days off.

      Cheers with a great big side of boogie boogie.

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    3. Hi Ivy,

      Thank you for the follow up comment. Glad you folks had a good time. I'm sure Tim and your good self will have a nice, relaxing New Year's weekend. I shall be drink-free on New Year's Eve, just like every other day of the year :)

      Nothing like a big side of boogie boogie!

      Cheers to you.

      Gary

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  30. Christmas is a magical time, indeed.

    Your wee folk family look quite happy in their new home!

    God bless you, dear friend.

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    1. Hi Susan,

      Christmas and the magic we can see and feel.

      The wee folks have settled in very well.

      Thank you, Susan. I hope you and your loved ones had a wonderful Christmas.

      Gary :)

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  31. Gary, to get a glimpse into your world is like being a child again. That's a gift that you have. Good tidings and peace to you!
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    1. Hi Barry,

      It's always a good thing to connect with the magic of our inner child. Thankfully, it's a gift that keeps on giving.

      Hope you and your loved ones are having a very nice holiday season, good sir.

      Gary

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  32. I love wee folks, yes I do.
    I love wee folks, they're kinky too.
    I love wee folks, that fun crew.
    Merry Christmas to the wee and you. xo

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    1. Hi Robyn,

      Ah yes, the wee folks
      Will play kinky jokes
      On you
      How very true
      A moment of lust
      In magic they trust
      Hope you are having a good holy lay
      Um, a good holiday :)

      Thank you, Robyn, keep them hearts throbbin'! :)

      Gary xo :)




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  33. I always look forward to the Wee Folks!!! YAY!!!! Wishing you a holiday that is all that you want it to be!!!!! (((hugs))) and love from all of us!

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    1. Hi Caren,

      YAY, indeed! :) The wee folks look forward to you visiting during their magical moment. Thank you and we all hope you're having a wonderful holiday season, dear Caren and family.

      Gary :)

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  34. Good things - and great ideas - come in wee packages :)

    Compliments of the season to you and yours!

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    1. Hi jenny_o,

      How very true! :)

      We all thank you and compliments of the see to you and your loved ones.

      Gary :)

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  35. Gary, It's always a joy to see your wonderful Wee Folks, and their lovable guardian Penny! Merry Christmas to you, Tristan and Penny! They're lucky to have you, and so are we.

    Julie

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    1. Hi Julie,

      Awe, thank you and the wee folks are joyous that you sense such joy. Of course, Penny, their pawtector, loves his little friends :) We appreciate your thoughtful wishes. Hope you are having a magical holiday season.

      Gary :)

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  36. How lovely! May you, Penny and the Wee Folks have a wonderful festive season and a happy 2016!

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    1. Hi Jenny,

      How lovely of you! We all thank you for the seasonal wishes and for a happy 2016. Likewise to you, dear lady.

      Gary :)

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  37. Dong dong merrily on high good sir, and the wee ones and the loved ones and the furry ones from myself and hubby! X

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    1. Hi Michelle,

      Nothing like a dong dong on high and a bit higher...! :) Thank you, Michelle. Here's hoping your dear hubby and your adorable self are having wonderful holiday season.

      Gary :) x

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  38. A past magical moment, frozen in time... I wish I had a time-machine and a fridge to boot. Here's to unconditional love, Gary. Bottoms up. No, not those bottoms.

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    1. Hi Blue,

      I shall send you a time machine and a fridge you can boot with your boot :) Unconditional love, what a magical ideal.

      I do so hope you and your loved ones are having a most enjoyable holiday season. Tops up, good sir, tops up!

      Gary :)

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    2. Oh how I'd love a time-machine, Gary. One will do. We can't be greedy, right? :)

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    3. One time machine is arriving, via teleportation, to your place of abode, good sir. You could always use a 3D printer to print out another time machine, if greed gets the better of you! :)

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  39. The Wee Folk set a high bar for humanity. Let's hope we can attain half as much love and understanding among ourselves. Merry Christmas. Happy New Year. Happy Boxing Day--which I don't exactly understand, but will read about so I can appreciate it. See you in 2016! Hugs and virtual doggie treats to Penny.

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    1. Hi Lee,

      Well put, my kind friend. They do indeed set a high bar for us. We can learn to jump that bar and break records for the heights of compassion that humanity can achieve. Thanks for your kind holiday type wishes, Lee. Of course, Boxing Day is an official holiday in a number of countries, the day after Christmas Day, which, because Boxing Day was on a Saturday, Monday is now the official holiday. Looking forward to seeing your illustrious self in 2016, my marvellous friend.

      Penny loves the virtual doggy treats.

      Gary :)

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  40. This is the kind of post that is good all year round to hear and see. Thank you dear Gary! I love seeing the wee folks again! I'm glad they like their new home...

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    1. Hi Lisa,

      That very kind of you to say. Thank you, dear Lisa! :) It's such a joy to have the wee folks bring their message to us and a year round message it truly is. They are really loving their new home with the new adventure it brings.

      All the best to you and yours, dear Lisa.

      Gary :)

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  41. I love your pics - especially the Christmas lights, the giant stocking, and the gnomes! (Although Penny looks like she's not in the mood to share the couch with them! lol) I wish you, Penny, and Tristan a Merry Christmas, a lovely Holiday Season, and a peaceful and prosperous 2016!! :)

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    1. Hi Lexa,

      Delighted you love the pics. Penny has pretty well taken over all sitting arrangements as her own! :)

      Thank you for the seasonal wishes. It has been a very hopeful end to the year within my household. I do hope your holiday season is a wonderful time. Here's to an even better 2016 for you and your loved ones.

      Gary :)

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  42. I love your Wee Folk, they are so wise! Your photos are so whimsical and they help me recall that wonderment of Christmas morning as a child! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours!

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    1. Hi Diane from CraveCute,

      The wise wee folks love you, Diane! :) I'm really pleased that the photos make you recall those precious childhood Christmas memories. That is a wondrous outcome. Thank you for the Christmas and New Year's wishes, Diane.

      I hope you and your loved ones had a joy-filled Christmas. Here's to an awesome 2016!

      Gary :)

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  43. May you, your son, and of course, Penny, enjoy a Holiday Season as enchanted as the ones celebrated by the wee folks. And a Happy New Year to all of you.

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    1. Hi Susan,

      Thank you, Susan. It turned out that we had an enchanted holiday season so far. Hope yours is truly enchanted and an amazing, hopeful 2016 to you and your nearest and dearest.

      Gary :)

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  44. lovely.
    I just love your sparkly world, Gary.
    You & Penny our some of my all time faves! xxx

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    1. Hey Kim,

      You are so sweet! A sparkly thank you, your way :) Penny and myself, her mere human, are most flattered.

      Hope you are having a magical, hopeful holiday season, my adorable friend.

      Gary xxx :)

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  45. Cute dog! I'm such a dork, I totally thought your gnomes were some of the seven dwarfs. I hope you had a good holiday!

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    1. Hi Becca,

      The dog thanks you for thinking she's cute :) They may well be some of the seven dwarfs, for all I know. My holiday was very good, thank you. Hope yours was wonderful, Becca.

      Gary :)

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I do try to comment back to each commenter individually. However, I might have to shorten my replies or give a group thank you. That way, I can spend more time commenting on your blogs. Thank you and peace, my friend.