RICHARD IRVINE

DOUBLE TROUBLE FOR A FIRST TIME DAD OF TWINS What a tree-mendous way to kick off Christmas time

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We're officially decking the halls with boughs of holly and being jolly. The children have been full of festive spirit since October, but I prefer to wait until at least midDecember to get the tinsel out.

This year we decided to bring a little history and education to the occasion by booking a visit to a Victorian Father Christmas in a wooden wonderland, where characters in elaborate outfits delivered readings surrounded by the beauty of nature. Santa was on exceptional form, telling stories laden with good advice to help the children tackle life.