Christmas Challenge: Application

*I have decided to enter my first challenge at ReflexSims Forum. So these are photos/back story from the contest and additional photos etc since the entry limit for each round is 5 pics ^_^


Geoff and Abigail Hanz have just moved into a charming 3 bedroom Colonial in Bridgeford. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and best of all away from their tiny cramped apartment.
The snow falls in soft drifs throughout the evening. The stone pathway to the house is lit by twinkling Christmas lights hidden in the shrubs.
"I love our new home so much! Thank you!" Abigail exclaims rushing into Geoff's arms as he arrives back from work. Geoff had finally been awarded his much deserved promotion at Cunningham & Davies Law Firm, so this Christmas wouldn't be a struggle to make ends meet.
"You really like them?" Abigail asks. Geoff takes her hands. "Of course! The wreaths you made look fantastic!"
The evening snow quickly melts away when the sun peaks over the trees. Abigail loves their new yard so much. Her favorite spot is the little wooden bench by the tiny pond. It sits right under two maple trees, such a perfect spot for curling up with a book.
She sets out at once to set up the patio furniture, they were her Grandmother's and she treasures them dearly. The day was brisk and clear, such lovely weather to enjoy a pot of hot tea. She looked forward to a peaceful afternoon with Geoff after they had done more unpacking.

"So I've invited my Mum to visit us for Christmas! That will be fun, won't it?"
"Oh, yes... so much fun..." Abigail replies with a look of dread. So much for peace...
But atleast the snow has come back, the white flurries makes Abigail smile. Maybe Agatha's visit wouldn't be so bad after all. She had never met her as she was not able to attend her and Geoff's wedding this past summer and lived back in England. She only knew a few things about her... she lives alone in the countryside, Geoff is her only son (although she does have 2 stepchildren), and Christmas is her favorite holiday.
Well, Christmas is Abigail's favorite holiday too, so she felt atleast they had that in common. Abigail did hear that Agatha was a bit hard to please (and stubborn as a mule and very opinionated...) but she was sure she could break her cold exterior with enough Christmas cheer.