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Home Christmas

Annual Christmas Selfie & Bloopers!

By:Nagi
Published:25 Dec '18Updated:25 Dec '18
194 Comments

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas from sunny Sydney!!

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018

As with every year, it’s not until the last minute that I realise that I don’t have a single merry photo of Dozer and I to send out to wish everyone Happy Holidays.

And so the annual Christmas-selfie-ritual takes place: I gasp with dismay, and in amongst the whirlwind of last minute Christmas baking, present wrapping and deliveries, I hustle Dozer outside for a “quick” selfie before scurrying off to another Christmas gathering.

I set the camera timer, then dash around into position, grab Dozer in a bear hug and try to smile cheerfully (yet serenely) at the camera as it starts flashing.

And as with every other year, it takes many, many takes to get ONE acceptable photo.

This year was a particularly good effort on Dozer’s part. He bowled me over.

Then tried to sleep on me. 🙄

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Oops. Haven’t removed the price tag on the dress… (and it’s over a year old!😂)

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018 bloopers

Why I can’t get organised to get someone to take a photo for me remains a mystery.

Tell me what you’re doing today!! The RecipeTin Family Christmas took place on the weekend because half the family are overseas today which is actually Christmas Day. I took Dozer to the beach this morning to play with a dozen or so of his Golden Retriever friends, I’m writing this up and now I’m about to head off to spend the day with the family of one of my best friends, my “other” family.

🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS!!🎄 Our jeans might be a bit snugger tomorrow, but that’s ok. Diet starts next year! 😂 – Nagi x

Nagi and Dozer the golden retriever dog_Christmas 2018

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194 Comments

  1. Yvette Eisenman says

    January 11, 2019 at 3:36 pm

    Happy Moments make great memories! Your pictures with Dozer are adorable! Your food pictures are wonderful and delectable as well! Thank you for sharing your pictures and your delicious recipes.

    Reply
  2. Margaret says

    January 5, 2019 at 7:06 am

    Absolutely PRICELESS!!! God he’s adorable… Hugs to both you & Dozer (adding a smooch on that cute wet nose!) Wishing you a wonderful 2019 filled with culinary inspiration, joy and prosperity! 😀

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:37 pm

      Thanks so much Margaret, Dozer sends big wet kisses! 🐶

      Reply
  3. gaia verne says

    January 2, 2019 at 10:54 pm

    Luv your pics. a great welcome to start my day…Nagi and Dozer, also
    your new web site and recipes.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:38 pm

      Thanks for the feedback!

      Reply
  4. gaia verne says

    January 2, 2019 at 10:49 pm

    Such a Welcoming start for my day…You and Dozer! love those pics.
    Enjoying your new web site…recipes too.
    Happy New Year Nagi & Dozer.

    Reply
  5. Kelly says

    January 2, 2019 at 11:37 am

    Love the pictures everyone always loves to see Dozer. Hope you’ve an amazing holiday season. P.s also wanted to say how AMAZING your recipes and website is. YOU’RE AWESOME!!!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:39 pm

      Woah thanks so much Kelly! ❤️

      Reply
  6. Joyce in So. Calif says

    January 1, 2019 at 5:56 pm

    I personally think ALL the photos were great! You and Dozer look so happy, the photos would have been perfect to send out your Christmas wishes! Hope you had a .Merry Christmas! Happy 2019!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:41 pm

      Happy New Year Joyce!

      Reply
  7. Mary Berberian says

    December 29, 2018 at 7:06 am

    Happy New Year Nagi and Dozer. You are the best, I love all of your recipes, blogs and comments, your recipes most of all. Thank you for making me a better cook,

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:42 pm

      Happy New Year Mary! Thanks so much for your awesome feedback!

      Reply
  8. Anne Tooley says

    December 29, 2018 at 4:50 am

    As always, love the stories and photos of you and Dozer, and bloopers are the best!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:45 pm

      😂 Thanks Anne!

      Reply
  9. Tricia says

    December 29, 2018 at 12:48 am

    Lovely photos, all of them, a girl and her dog in perfect harmony! Happy New Year to you and I look forward to more of your delicious recipes.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:45 pm

      Happy New Year to you too Tricia!

      Reply
  10. Nicole says

    December 28, 2018 at 7:03 pm

    Lovely pictures. Hope you had a great Christmas and thank you sooo much for helping out in my kitchen 🤫 😉
    From a sunny South Africa xx

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:46 pm

      I had a great Chrissy Nicole, I hope you did too! ❤️

      Reply
  11. Tanesha says

    December 28, 2018 at 12:39 am

    Love the pics/bloopers! Happy Holidays to you and Dozer and mum 🙂

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks so much Tanesha, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!

      Reply
  12. Kathleen says

    December 27, 2018 at 9:55 am

    Hi Nagi,
    Love your recipes..😊
    I’ve asked you several times and am wondering if you have received my messages?
    Would you mind telling me which hot pot, slow cooker you prefer to use?
    I live in Sydney.
    Thanks very much

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:49 pm

      Hi Kathleen, what are you referring to when you say hot pot? My dutch oven? If so – I use Chasseur. I have a Breville fast slow cooker – it’s a multifunction device that is both a slow cooker and pressure cooker. – N x

      Reply
  13. Malena says

    December 27, 2018 at 3:19 am

    Adorable! (this goes for both!)

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:49 pm

      Thanks Malena!

      Reply
  14. Pamela Ferrante says

    December 27, 2018 at 3:02 am

    Love your pictures with Dozer. Hope you had a great Christmas. Hope you and your family have a healthy, prosperous New year.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks so much Pamela, Happy New Years to you!

      Reply
  15. SUZANNE ALBOR says

    December 26, 2018 at 3:50 pm

    Merry Christmas Nagi n Dozer !!!!
    Thx much re-recipe’s sent…
    From Cebu, Philippines….

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:50 pm

      You’re so welcome Suzanne!

      Reply
  16. Jan Hudson says

    December 26, 2018 at 3:40 pm

    Merry Christmas & a very happy new year thanks for making me a better cook.
    Love from Perth WA

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:51 pm

      I’m so glad you’re loving the recipes Jan! Happy Holidays!

      Reply
  17. Maria says

    December 26, 2018 at 2:51 pm

    Merry Xmas from sunny Melbourne 🎄
    Wishing you and Dozer a wonderful christmas and a terrific 2019. Thanks for all of your gorgeous recipes

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      You’re welcome Maria, I hope you had a great Christmas and New Year!

      Reply
  18. Naomi says

    December 26, 2018 at 11:09 am

    Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer! Your photos made me smile. I made the Maple Glazed Ham yesterday for Christmas Eve (I made it last year, too) and your dry brined turkey with the roasted onion and garlic gravy today. Both turned out fantastic. The turkey was the most flavorful, moist and beautiful turkey I’ve made in my 30+ years of holiday cooking. Thank you for all the work you put into providing awesome fool-proof recipes!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      Woah what a compliment!!! I’m so glad it was a hit!

      Reply
  19. Theresa says

    December 26, 2018 at 10:06 am

    Merry Christmas to you and Dozer! Thanks for sharing these photos. They are all adorable and better than any perfectly posed photos!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:59 pm

      😄 Thanks so much Theresa!

      Reply
  20. Linda says

    December 26, 2018 at 9:38 am

    The photos are fantastic and so much better than posed! Just think if Dozer didn’t knock you over you never would have noticed the tag! LOL
    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Nagi!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:59 pm

      😂😂 Merry Christmas Linda!

      Reply
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