Advent season

We don't normally celebrate advent. Sure we put up a tree, eat mince pies and indulge in a glass or three of mulled wine, but as a rule advent is a non-season in this house.

This year is slightly different. Perhaps it is because of an unexpected trip to Berlin where we saw the preparations for the elaborate Christmas markets. I think it was definitely partly due to the purchase of this Christmas Pyramid that I bought in the only Christmas shop that I could find. It came flat packed and my husband and I (with the help of google translate and some pva glue) put it together. I loved that it was something we did together. I love watching it turn round and as I watch the manger scene spin my thoughts inevitably turn to the meaning of Christmas. This year, I at least, am celebrating advent.