Holiday

[chrystaltree]

A whole lot of people don't do the Christmas tree thing.  Some because their lives have downsized and some have never decorated trees.  A Christmas tree is not a requirement for Christmas.  Both my sisters live in good sized apartments but neither one has ever had a Christmas tree.  One never wanted one,  the other has a cat.....enough said about that.  They do  decorate for Christmas in other ways.  

[FrostyBabe1]

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@Reever wrote:

At the bare minimum everyone should at least put up a 3 foot tree. I have a Bethlehem Lights tree that is pre lit and I hang Thomas Pacconi ornaments on it.  Many of us remember Thomas and his unique well designed glass blown ornaments. Such a shame he left Qvc. Last I heard he was at Walgreens of all places.  

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Why? People should decorate or not the way that they want to. I haven't put a tree or decorations up in years. I've neither the time or the inclination to do it, yet I enjoy the holidays anyway. 

[gidgetgh]

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@goldensrbest wrote:

I have a small table top tree,did not use it last year,not sure about this year, only me and my dogs, must say i find it very sad the holidays, i so miss the way it was.

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@goldensrbest - I'm with you on that. I find the holidays very sad now. I'm not a fan of holidays anymore. None of them. Even the minor holidays. 

[Witchy Woman]

@GingerPeach 

Your trees are lovely!

You have such a wonderful touch for decorating...inside and out 

[GingerPeach]

@Witchy Woman 

That is so sweet.  Thank you so much. 

Your lovely compliment reminded me of a brief moment, years and years ago, when I was in a bookstore reaching for a decorating book and a young couple asked me (with what to me appeared to be hope in their eyes), "Are you a decorator?"  I had to say no, but I always think that could have been a real turning point in life.  Sadly, I didn't do anything about it. 

In any event, should I ever come to your neck of the woods, I would definitely want to stay in your B&B.  It is so inviting!  The woods, the outdoor seating, and the cozy kitchen.  Everything just calls out, "Come, relax, enjoy!"

[Witchy Woman]

@GingerPeach 

You're most welcome to come any time!

You can help me decorate!

[jeanlake]

Not important to me. I only like the holidays if simplicity is involved. Husband bought a new, holiday tree and will set up in basement by his new, oversized TV. He's not into simplicity like I am --  But I promise -- he will, for the first time, set up and take down the tree by himself -- even if it stays up until summer. So help me Santa.   

[AuntG]

Yes we have two trees, but they have gotten slimmer and shorter over the years.

[jlkz]

@Krimpette 

I haven’t put up a tree, faux or real, for several years.  Instead, I cut a few branches from some evergreen trees, ties the ends together and attach some balls.  When I place them in the bow windows, I add varying height fat candles and some wide ( wire-edged ) red velvet bows.

very little storage needed.  If you can’t find real evergreen boughs, silks would work.

[blackhole99]

My son who is an adult could care less if he comes to visit and there is no tree, but my husband is the kid in the family. I don't put up a fresh tree anymore, but I do put up a small artificial tree. My husband says it's not the holidays without cookies and decorations, including a tree. As along as I'm able to do it, I will.