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Happy Christmas ‐ Card construction. It's book month at Marianne's school DCC.  Marianne's class prepared a greek stage play. Marianne plays an angel. In the classroom with Marianne, Sam and Yesha. Stage excitement not fright in the class. The school hall was full of families. The players. Here's one of my favourite photos from the Christening of our little cousin Jack in Belfast. A birthday party for my sister in law Crizel Cezar.  They live nearby Marianne is so excited every day with the Advent Calendar. Repairs and redecoration to my parents in-law's house. This is the founder of Marianne's school DCC.  His son Alex was a sponsor of our wedding back in 2010. Love letters from the class. More refurbishments for Nanay and Tatay. What they call 'Native Chicken' here, wildfowl cockerells.  Not appetizing to look at but good and gamey to eat. Lexi Felix and Marianne at a Christmas party. Gifts for our tenants. Somebody parked in front of the car wash, blocking our exit. We bought piggies. Our relatives from Argao up in the mountains near Cebu come to visit for a few days. Nice to see you, to see you Nice.  Fuentes cousins arrive at Davao airport from Cebu. Greetings to our visitors from the Felix House. Lovely gifts from our cousins of a kind of Bibinka cake.  With our Tatay. A party at Elisa Bajentings in Ferriols. Back at the Cezar House again. In Jack's Ridge with Crizel, Melanie, Perla and Maricel; Cezar, McCauley, Fuentes and Felix. Jack's Ridge ‐ enjoying a local resort. More from Jack's Ridge. More from Jack's Ridge. More snaps with Lilly at the Bajentings. Don't panic, Melanie. Bato party with further visiting cousins.. Picture taking session at the party. Poppa Mars and Marianne. The sublime Eartha Kitt and a songsheet for Marianne to follow when singing. Cinamaroll and trestle tables on loan to the school party. I'm recently re‐acquainted with the wonderful Pat and her brother John ‐ and other great friends from back in 1980 when I worked in <a href="https://malmccauley.com/maison/album01.html" target="_blank">Jersey, Channel Islands</a>.  I had put up the photographs from my Jersey album to an 1980s Facebook group a few months ago and had some great feedback.  Please go shopping in Cherbourg at Pat's boutique ‐ she set it up in December..<br /> <br /> In December Patricia Burns opens new depot‐sales flea market in downtown Cherbourg<br /> <br /> Since Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Patricia Burns has opened her flea market store deposit‐sale in the city center of Cherbourg (Manche).<br /> <br /> (photo caption ©Julien LUCAS) Patricia Burns welcomes you in her shop specialized in the depot‐sale flea market, located in Place de Gaulle.  <br /> Brochers, collectors and bargain lovers now have a new address in Cherbourg (Manche) for china.  Originally from Belfast, Ireland, based in Cherbourg since 1987, Patricia Burns has just opened her depot‐sales.<br /> A long‐time merchant for many years, Patricia has been working on this new project for four months.  "I wanted to open a depot‐sales flea market because I found that there was none in Cherbourg," says Burns.<br /> <br /> Ideal location.  Patricia wanted to find the perfect location to settle in.  "It's exactly what I wanted, it's a real crush.  There is a lot of footfall through, especially when there is the Thursday market.  It is great."<br /> The store is located place de Gaulle, in a visible, sunny place, with a sufficiently large surface to exhibit what it sells.  40 m2 with many choices: watches, bracelets, jewelry, collectibles, ring, porcelain, statues and paintings. Clothing, jewellery, porcelain<br /> <br /> At the bottom of the shop, a small space for children.  There are a few toys, but especially clothes.  "There are children's and adult clothes, recent or vintage.  These are second‐hand, branded and quality clothing.  There are also some evening outfits.  It's convenient for the coming holiday season," says Patricia Burns.<br /> The shop opened at a time conducive to the approach of Christmas.  What to find a little originality to offer.  "I opened the store on December 3, 2025 and I have already welcomed customers.  There is a real curiosity, a desire to discover."<br /> 29, rue Maréchal‐Foch, place de Gaulle; Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m.  to 7 p.m.; Tel.: 06 67 45 77 32<br /> <br /> Ouest‐France<br /> <br /> A new flea market and depot‐sale has just opened, this Wednesday, December 3, 2025, rue Maréchal‐Foch in Cherbourg‐en‐Cotentin (Manche).  Patricia Burns is pleased to discover everything she is doing.  A place with small treasures, for each step reserves a surprise.  "We offer a large selection of delicate knicknacks, dishes, crystal glassware, silverware, etc.," she details.  "There are also paintings with various styles, statues, antique or fancy jewelry, toys, selected clothing from adult and children's brands..." <br /> Big brands<br /> The merchant ensures to select only "quality" second‐hand products", and original clothing from major brands in both vintage and newer style.  "For this holiday season, we have beautiful evening outfits and chic dresses at low prices." Packages guaranteed for a few euros, ideas of gifts caught by the way.  The formula, not far from recycling, has the wind in its sails.  An address for lovers of bargains:<br /> Brocante Depot‐sale: 29, rue Maréchal‐Foch, open from Monday to Saturday, from 2 p.m.  to 7 p.m.  (06 67 45 77 32).<br /> <br /> Une nouvelle brocante dépôt‐vente, tenue par Patricia Burns, a ouvert ses portes<br /> le mercredi 3 décembre 2025 au 29, rue Maréchal‐Foch à Cherbourg‐en‐Cotentin.  Ce nouveau commerce de centre‐ville propose une variété d'objets chinés, notamment de la vaisselle, des bibelots, de l'argenterie, des bijoux et des vêtements.  <br /> Voici les détails clés concernant cette ouverture :<br /> <br />    Emplacement : 29, rue Maréchal‐Foch, Cherbourg‐en‐Cotentin.<br />    Concept : Dépôt‐vente et brocante proposant des objets de collection, vaisselle, verrerie, tableaux et bijoux.<br />    Espace enfants : Un espace dédié aux jouets et vêtements pour enfants est disponible.<br />    Gérante : Patricia Burns, chineuse passionnée.  <br /> <br /> La boutique est située dans une zone passante du centre‐ville, offrant une nouvelle option pour les amateurs de brocante et de décoration.  <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Mavillecherbourg/photos/une-nouvelle-brocante-et-d%C3%A9p%C3%B4t-vente-ouvre-dans-le-centre-ville-de-cherbourg-une/1433007065492738/" target="_blank">Cherbourg in Facebook</a><br /> <a href="https://actu.fr/normandie/cherbourg-en-cotentin_50129/patricia-ouvre-un-nouveau-magasin-brocante-depot-vente-en-centre-ville-de-cherbourg_63549404.html" target="_blank">Normandy in Facebook</a><br /> <a href="https://www.ouest-france.fr/normandie/cherbourg-en-cotentin-50100/une-nouvelle-brocante-et-depot-vente-ouvre-dans-le-centre-ville-de-cherbourg-b935526c-d071-11f0-90e6-40457aeae296" target="_blank">More on the store</a><br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/La.Presse.de.la.Manche/posts/brocanteurs-collectionneurs-et-f%C3%A9rus-de-bonnes-affaires-ont-d%C3%A9sormais-une-nouvel/1461335389330739/" target="_blank">La Manche presser</a><br /> Marianne's class teacher Mae. At the DCC party in Marianne's classroom. DCC Christmas Party 1 of 6. DCC Christmas Party 2 of 6. DCC Christmas Party 3 of 6. DCC Christmas Party 4 of 6. DCC Christmas Party 5 of 6. DCC Christmas Party 6 of 6. Tatay in outpatients after a nasty turn. Tatay and Nanay's house ‐ refurbished. Our pergola ‐ also repaired and dolled up. I worked out how to digitize some of our vinyl. Maricel, Lexi and Marianne. More of the lovelies: Lexi and Marianne. Dining Out. Our banner for the Pergola, later in use for the new year. Party at Bato on 24th. Tatay. Nativity and souvenirs. Marcelino gives it his heart and soul in the Karaoke. Cheers my dear Melanie. Some goodies, brownies and a cherry crumble, gifts from my brother Ben and Ealing discs for him. Doug Hester in his new home, partying for Christmas. Christmas Day.  Fuentes reunion in Ferriols. 1 of 4 Christmas Day.  Fuentes reunion in Ferriols. 2 of 4. Christmas Day.  Fuentes reunion in Ferriols. 3 of 4. Christmas Day.  Fuentes reunion in Ferriols. 4 of 4. Christmas Day party at Bridget's in London. 1 of 5 Christmas Day party at Bridget's in London. 2 of 5. Christmas Day party at Bridget's in London. 3 of 5. Christmas Day party at Bridget's in London. 4 of 5. Christmas Day party at Bridget's in London. 5 of 5. Melanie in shades.  Marianne is watching YOU. Another wee party with the Felixes at Bato. 1 of 2 Another wee party with the Felixes at Bato. 2 of 2. Glammed up ‐ Besties Lexi and Marianne. New luggage for 2026 hols. New luggage for 2026 hols. The inviting look.  Refurbishment is completed. The inviting look.  Melanie. Goodies for the new year. Karaoki with the Kids. Fun party games. Where's daddy?  Why ‐ he's taking the photos! Jolly good fun under the Pergola.

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