December 4th
Flannel Pyjamas
Great Aunt Sylvia was to blame for these. Every year, without fail, Penny always received a pair of flannel pyjamas, with the prophetic words of …
"You'll be thankful one day."
And every year, Penny would wear them only when Sylvia visited, and never again. They were too warm and far too big. She was veritably swamped in them. More often than not, she almost fell down the stairs as the hems dragged on the floor.
However, as the years moved on, and Penny grew older, she suddenly found a new appreciation for these pj's. And now, whenever she picks up the beautifully boxed and wrapped nightwear, she can't help but smile …
… and wear her pj's without a single complaint.
For Winter days in England were bloody freezing at times.