.... or not to decorate? That is the question.
I managed to get the tree up. Thank goodness it's pre-lit.
And that, my Peeps, is the extent of my decorating.
It seems that Sons #2 & #3 like the tree just the way it is.
I'm not stupid.
Not by a long shot.
I know that they just don't want to go up into the attic to bring down the decorations, even though I told them that we weren't going to do all of the them this year.
So all I have is a lit Christmas tree:
And I'm OK with that. Of course, the other 4 may have a problem with it when they come home for their Christmas break. We'll see if we decorate any more then.
Perhaps.
And I'm OK with that, too.
What do you think? Does it need some ornaments?
My tree is lit but my house is not, even though it has lights. It seems that one of the outlets is on the blink and that outlet controls the outdoor outlets. Thus ..... a lot of lights on the house and not a single one lit.
So glad I spent the money to have it done.
Now I get to find an electrician.
Heck, at least the tree's lit.
I think I shall have some wine so it's not alone.
:)
Happy Sunday, Peeps.
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Well, I think I am not doing ANYTHING inside or outside for the holiday. Yes, it's divorce and not death here, but it's still a death of sorts and I just can't find the gumption to do anything about it. And I'm going on 7 or 8 years (don't know and don't care as it relates to the holiday). Don't feel bad Janine, no matter what you do or don't do. It just isn't the same. I feel like when I have grandkids (if ever) then maybe I will get into Christmas again. For now, I just try to be patient with those who are really into it.
Hugs and Love.
Janine:
We are just having a tree (real, as my children are still adament about that part of our Christmas traditions. I have done different things each year over the past six years -- sometimes all out, sometimes not. This year is the not -- too many other issues going on. Maybe this year I'll beable to focus on the real meaning. I'll be writing in my blog.
Glad you made it through Thanksgiving -- I know it was tough at times, but you did it!
With much love,
Beth
Janine, your gfi outlet is probably just tripped and that is why the outlets outside are not working. Have the boys go outside and look at all the outlets and reset them. It may even be attached to one in your garage, so have them check there too. Good luck.
I think the tree looks pretty with just the lights. If the other four want it decorated then they can go in the attic and bring them down and help you decorate it. Prayers and hugs thru cyber space coming your way.
I agree with Melanie about the GFI outlet. They do trip and that may be all it is. With the construction, it could have happened. I do have a great electrician if it's more than that.
I kinda like the tree with the lights--but agree with Mary Lou. If the others want it done; let them go get the stuff and do it. You sit on the couch with a good glass of wine and enjoy the show.......
AC
i think it looks pretty :)
I am the one who is the oldest of the 6 kids whose dad died suddenly now 2 years ago.. My dad was a huge part of decorating for christmas, always read us twas the night before christmas, etc. My mom used to decorate like crazy and our house looked liked winter wonderland. Now, we just get a tree, one year there were no lights and last year she didnt get one because they came to visit me. (my mom and 2 sisters still at home) I still remember on the really cold days, when picking out a tree, my dad going out and holding up trees while we all gave the thumbs up or down from the warmth of the car.
I still come and read even if I dont comment alot.. I am so sorry for all you are going through. YOu say sooooo many of the same things as my mom does. It helps to read that. May you have the best holidays you can with your kids.
Thinking of you and praying.
love, Beth
awwww. sweet beth.
i have a tree just like you. it's lit and beautiful and a part of me just wants it to stay that way.
i'm a new empty nester and i can't almost bear to put all of "their" ornaments on the tree.
i'd like to go get some non-descript balls or something and do a grown up tree.
but i'm not into spending money i don't have on ornaments i really don't need.
so for now, the bins are in the attic.
gah. i don't want to get them all down.
i think your tree looks beautiful!
Lighted tree - just fine. Being gentle with yourself is the most important. You are correct, if others want more decorations they will make it happen. Enjoy the wine and know you are held close in my thoughts.
Your tree looks beautiful. I found your link here because a "friend" of my posted it on FB as "his" tree that he just decorated.
People are scary!
Enjoy that tree and when you look at, enjoy it for my sister-in-law who just passed away. Christmas was her favorite holiday.
Many of us are not going to put an Angel on the top of our trees this year in honor of our Angels we already have that are looking down on us.
Happy Holidays!
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