Kitty! I like the minor machinations Elsie manages in order to keep Charlie busy with Thomas when Mr. Molesley comes in with the feline gift. It’s a perfect gift, too. I like how your Charlie is so teasing about the cat’s name. I’m curious to see what name he chooses, “Vixen” being out of the question. :-)

Love love love this so much and I'm reading it in January haha.

There is nothing like letting out that contented sigh at the end of a fic where all the boxes have been ticked and everything is just wonderful and right. It's been a wonderful, gentle ride and I am so glad I finally managed to make the time to read!

What a wonderful way to tie the whole story together - thank you so much for sharing and I am sorry for having taken so long before reviewing. It's been marvelous and I can't wait to get stuck into the epilogue!

Wonders have been mostly the theme of this fic and while I am a little surprised that Charles sits in Elsie's seat, I do wonder where she is going to have to sit down!
Elsie and Thomas - I have a LOT OF FEELS about their relationship and I am so glad to see them reflected in this chapter!

YES FOR THE BERYL and deliciously intimate moments that just make my heart flutter!

For me Christmas is only family and by reading this, I felt a little bit what it might be if it isn't not only that. Thank you for giving me that: it really felt special.

I love when a writer throws me for such a surprise! I had never thought about getting the Carsons a cat, but now she is here and I hope it will all work out for them!

The hairpins are a lovely, appropriate gift and I think that Mrs Hughes would honestly be so pleased with them - what a wonderful choice. Of course I can't wait for Mr Carson to unwrap his gift...

I do like it when the research and the story mingle so beautifully!

The idea of Elsie Hughes lying in the snow is amazing - back then, 25 years ago and now!

I know the chapter is called ribbons, but it could have been wrapped because it just wrapped around me like a warm blanket!

This installment is so soft and tender and I love it so much - the fears Mr Carson has reflected in the things he has seen in his grandfather and Elsie's quiet determination are just *chef's kiss*

Finally: a few moments to myself to savour every word of this! I love how nervous Mr Molesley is well done capturing him! And Mr Carson has mellowed enough to be of actual help! Absolutely lovely!

Elf! Yes, she is a bit of an elf now. I’m almost as curious as Charlie about the gift. Thanks for this!