Our party started in Tsim Sha Tsui where we joined our friend Vesper and her sisters and friend for a Chinese barbecue dinner. The restaurant was tiny and unassuming and the food was great. Everything was grilled to order and the table overflowed.
We all chose to attend The Nutcracker by the Hong Kong Ballet. It was a world premier new production by an Australian choreographer. The dancers were wonderful, but the story line he followed and some of the choices he made were less than well received. I must ay I agree with the reviews. Perhaps Shayne put it best when she said, "That is the weirdest Nutcracker I have ever seen."
There were so many people out and about that the main streets were closed to vehicle traffic. The buildings were all festooned with lights and wreathes and garlands. One of my favorites was The Peninsula Hotel.
We forded the crush of people and made it into our seats just in time. Following the show we exited the theatre to a large group of young people giving out "free hugs" to all. The ferry ride showed off the holiday skyline.
Our walk home was filled with carolers and greeters and lots of people sharing the spirit of the season. Even a few canine friends got into the spirit of the night.
One of my favorite views of the season was the one from my own window with our Christmas tree backlit by the lights of the city.
After all of the visions of sugarplums danced on our heads, we awoke to a beautiful morning and a visit from Santa.
Kyle and Johnny joined us for gift opening.
And what would Christmas be without some of Grandma's cutout cookies?
In the afternoon we went to see Les Miserables at the Palace Theatre in IFC Mall and found another surprise waiting for us. Crowds of people, shops open and lots of general partying.
A festive dinner back at the apartment rounded out our Christmas celebration. It was a very special day.
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