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Basilica, Christmas, dachshunds, Epicurian, Goose, Ottawa, Star, Tallis Scholars, Tree
Some traditions always observed. Here I put the Star on the Tree as the final touch, same 8 point Star we have had for all these years, 37 in all. I think it is the oldest ornament on the Christmas Tree and the least expensive bought at the Dollar store in those days it was called the 5-10-25 cents store, yes we are that ancient and wise.
The Plum Pudding is ready, Mince Meat Pies made, Goose ordered and so is the two Tourtière (meat) pies made of veal and beef with potatoes, carrots and onion, beef tenderloin. I think we are ready and did not have to confront crowds or malls.
As for gifts, well I do not know, I cannot think of anything I want and nor can Will. The Puppies got training lessons, though I do not think that they appreciate this much, being Wire Hair Dachshunds they are very independent minded.
Nora in the sunshine, where is the biscuit?
Small Mince Meat Tarts, a large one was also made.
The Concert of the Tallis Scholars at the Notre-Dame Basilica in Ottawa, over 1100 people attended this wonderful concert presented by ChamberFest. Built in 1848 it is Baroque Canadian Catholic, really over the top architecture. I call it Early Catholic Kosher.
Larry Muffin At Home 
Lots getting done here as well. 7 tourtières sitting in the freezer as is ragoûts de boulettes, chicken pot pie, farfaloni con funghi and chicken soup all ready for the full household we will have. Baked beans get done tomorrow and then I will start with deserts. Already started with the gift wrapping but more to do. Busy days for sure but it is all done with love.
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I love your star. I grew up with a similar one that my parents replaced along the way. I finally found one at a much higher price in a store known for selling retro kitsch about 10 years ago and it’s topped my tree ever since.
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Wonderful
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Your tree looks very neat (that’s neat as in tidy). Ours looks like it has been dragged through a hedge backwards. It probably has.
JP
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Thank you!
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well I’ve made 6 pumpkin cheesecakes..will do rest of baking next week and Thursday we are doing the prep for the jambalaya lunch plate..make the banana pudding, make the tea then Friday we will make the biscuits and serve them..hoping to sell all of it..cross your fingers.
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Good luck!
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I am quite enviable of your Christmas traditions. I have none of worth.
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The picture of the mince pies made my mouth water. As for the baroque Catholic church, I never saw a synagogue (i.e., kosher) that could hold a candle to that.
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I will have to write about this building and its history.
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