Spotted in Stretford

Let 2012 be filled with love and laughter.

I love to hear the pipes and drums. What a surprise it was to hear these two fellas outside the Corn Exchange in Manchester on Christmas Eve. I wish I’d taken note of who they were – if anyone knows, please let me know.

What a fab and creative way to display wellies. Created by Andrew German, the owner of Modern Army Stores, Wilbraham Rd, Chorlton.

I love shopping in Chorlton. There are so many independent shops and you get a really friendly and helpful service. Please remember to use your local independent traders this christmas, and indeed all the year through. It isn’t always more expensive either and you’ll often find more interesting things in the shops too.