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Serva1 said:
Lovely daffodils [emoji7] Having Easter vibes already [emoji3]
Today’s flowerpic. Bought 36 Fazer Mignon chocolate eggs, packed in real eggboxes. The eggs are real eggshells, inside delicious chocolate (compact chocolate egg).
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The tulips were nicer yesterday. I never manage to make them last for long. Guess I give them too much water or something...
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Those egg boxes are adorable. Tulips are thirsty little things! It’s hard to keep them going long either way.
 
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dragonette said:
Those egg boxes are adorable. Tulips are thirsty little things! It’s hard to keep them going long either way.
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The handmade Mignon eggs (you find it on wikipedia) are a Finnish Easter tradition and they have been made by Fazer since 1896. The used to be delivered to the Russian Emperor.

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The real eggshells are washed, filled with almond-hazelnut nougat and sealed with canded sugar. I usually buy a lot and send to my friends abroad.

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Would love to hear if you have any Easter traditions[emoji3] It’s a religious holiday for some and for others here in the north it’s more a sign of spring arriving. We are experiencing really cold weather right now. A couple of days ago the temperature dropped below -20C, so I’m eagerly waiting for warmer weather. Dreaming of spring in Paris [emoji173]️
 
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Serva1 said:
The handmade Mignon eggs (you find it on wikipedia) are a Finnish Easter tradition and they have been made by Fazer since 1896. The used to be delivered to the Russian Emperor.

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The real eggshells are washed, filled with almond-hazelnut nougat and sealed with canded sugar. I usually buy a lot and send to my friends abroad.

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Would love to hear if you have any Easter traditions[emoji3] It’s a religious holiday for some and for others here in the north it’s more a sign of spring arriving. We are experiencing really cold weather right now. A couple of days ago the temperature dropped below -20C, so I’m eagerly waiting for warmer weather. Dreaming of spring in Paris [emoji173]️
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That is such a lovely tradition! Thank you so much for sharing. Sadly in Singapore it’s all very commercialised! Shopping malls would hold some sort of an egg hunt type activity for kids, or egg painting etc. And it’s a chance for merchants to have Easter promotions! This is why I prefer to be away for festivities lol! I especially love the traditions in Europe and UK region [emoji173]️
 
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dragonette said:
Welcome back! That thought about the coin compartment also crossed my mind... But then I thought the proper card compartment would actually hold more cards than putting cards into the coin compartment. I totally know what you mean though, it will be nice to have that option!
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Hi dragonette, makes sense, as the coin side isn't really meant for cards, and as you said probably wouldn't hold many. Hope you find your card case soon! :smile:

dragonette said:
Every time I handle cash or coins, I have to resist the urge to find a bathroom to wash my hands! :lol: I love the new paywave cards... barely needs to touch anything!
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I haven't heard much about paywave here yet, but I like the idea!
 
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Serva1 said:
Lovely daffodils [emoji7] Having Easter vibes already [emoji3]
Today’s flowerpic. Bought 36 Fazer Mignon chocolate eggs, packed in real eggboxes. The eggs are real eggshells, inside delicious chocolate (compact chocolate egg).
View attachment 3984432

The tulips were nicer yesterday. I never manage to make them last for long. Guess I give them too much water or something...
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Serva1 said:
The handmade Mignon eggs (you find it on wikipedia) are a Finnish Easter tradition and they have been made by Fazer since 1896. The used to be delivered to the Russian Emperor.

View attachment 3984613

The real eggshells are washed, filled with almond-hazelnut nougat and sealed with canded sugar. I usually buy a lot and send to my friends abroad.

View attachment 3984615

Would love to hear if you have any Easter traditions[emoji3] It’s a religious holiday for some and for others here in the north it’s more a sign of spring arriving. We are experiencing really cold weather right now. A couple of days ago the temperature dropped below -20C, so I’m eagerly waiting for warmer weather. Dreaming of spring in Paris [emoji173]️
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Beautiful tulips, I kind of love when they get a bit long and relaxed looking! :smile: Are yours potted or cut flowers? I've only had cut tulips inside, and as dragonette mentioned, they really like a huge drink of water everyday! Same with daffodils, always surprising how much water they consume!

I loved seeing and hearing about your chocolate eggs, very fun! And, oh my gosh, so cold there! :huh: You definitely need to fortify yourself with chocolate! ;) My weakness is very dark chocolate! :girlsigh: When is your spring trip to Paris?
 
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dragonette said:
That is such a lovely tradition! Thank you so much for sharing. Sadly in Singapore it’s all very commercialised! Shopping malls would hold some sort of an egg hunt type activity for kids, or egg painting etc. And it’s a chance for merchants to have Easter promotions! This is why I prefer to be away for festivities lol! I especially love the traditions in Europe and UK region [emoji173]️
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I”m not at all into commercial holidays, for me it’s the food and decorating the home with old inherited Easter things, having fresh flowers and Spring vibe. The egg hunt is not traditional here, but it’s fun for kids.

etoile de mer said:
Hi Serva, I haven't actually been sure how I'd use it, but still wanted one! :P Your use for it is perfect, so I'll follow your lead! :flowers:
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This is exactly how I feel about barenia slgs too, probably buying a small silkin wallet if I ever find one and a Carmen even if I already have plenty. I have a soft spot for barenia as you already know by now [emoji3]

etoile de mer said:
Beautiful tulips, I kind of love when they get a bit long and relaxed looking! :smile: Are yours potted or cut flowers? I've only had cut tulips inside, and as dragonette mentioned, they really like a huge drink of water everyday! Same with daffodils, always surprising how much water they consume!

I loved seeing and hearing about your chocolate eggs, very fun! And, oh my gosh, so cold there! :huh: You definitely need to fortify yourself with chocolate! ;) My weakness is very dark chocolate! :girlsigh: When is your spring trip to Paris?
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Thank you, they are cut flowers [emoji3] I love relaxed tulips too and they look so pretty in old Dutch paintings. I usually put them in a cristal vase but somehow this felt better.

Planning to go to Paris in April or May, depending when my SO is ready.
 
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