Today, on St. Nicholas Day, I lit an Advent candle and passionately played Christmas songs on the piano.
When I reached "Niklaus komm in unser Haus," my husband excitedly called me into the hallway - I should check my boots.
And indeed, a little red box, Eau de Prep, and a cute plush crocodile were sticking out of my ankle boot!
St. Nicholas is a wise man and seems to know my taste well.
If there had been a book included, he would have covered all my hobbies - but my boots are too small.
Delighted, I sprayed the fragrance, and my joy grew even more.
Hmm, a delicious scent of apple and pear surrounds me, spiced with a pinch of pepper.
This fits perfectly into the pre-Christmas season.
Along with the elegant white rose, which adds freshness.
A touch of patchouli gives depth and richness.
But the best comes last - a spoonful of mild honey.
The fragrance is full of surprises - just like this St. Nicholas evening.
I must have been good, as St. Nicholas has been so kind to me.
Cheerfully, I play "Lasst uns froh und munter sein" on the piano - and wink gratefully at the nice St. Nicholas accomplice.