Upstairs, Downstairs

I don't know the original series of "Upstairs, Downstairs". But this Christmas special was excellent - 3 episodes centering on the new owners of 165 Eaton Place and their servants in 1936, as the Nazis have extended their power over Germany and the British Union of Fascists is gaining ground in Britain. And it's not easy to find good staff. The lines between masters and servants are starting to blur.

It's got a good storyline, great characters, glamorous clothes, a monkey, and a few interesting twists.

If you're a fan, you will find lots of content on the updown.org.uk site. And there is plenty on the BBC website too.

And I couldn't resist this gorgeous photo I found while searching for images to illustrate this post! Cute or what! More pictures here, though I don't understand why people feel the need to post family pictures on such a public forum..