We've been collecting red ornaments and trimmings for this particular tree since we were married, but haven't been able to put them up until this year.
Why, you ask? Well, it was because we didn't have a base for the tree (it's artificial, thus the specific need for the base - and don't get me started on the real tree vs. artificial debate. That's been done and since the cat thinks tree water is delicious we've opted for artificial for now. We're not against real trees. We love them! Just not in our house for now.) and trees with no base don't stand well. In fact, they don't stand at all. They might hover near vertical for a brief moment, but then we found out they come crashing down and it's just best to wait to set them up until you have a solid base to support the center pole from all sides. Who knew, right?
So this year is exciting because it's the first time these red ornaments have been out of their boxes and on display. And we're loving them! The whole tree is gorgeous. And when it's lit up, the red glow fills the room and we love it all the more.
Merry Christmas to you and yours! Now if you'll excuse me, it's time to go bake cookies. Nuthin' better than munchin on fresh Christmas cookies by the Christmas tree when it's cold outside and warm and toasy inside.
So Pretty!!
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