So, last evening, we decided to put up our tree. It's a tradition for the teens to do most of it themselves.
We got the tree- And Thing1 did the manly job of trimming the base and putting it up. He did great, as always!
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| It's a beautiful example of symmetry and life. |
It didn't take long for the cat to take up her place under the tree. She's saving the spot where her presents belong, of course.
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| The Pumpkinater has staked her claim. |
The kids had the lights and tinsel on in no time.
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| Fabulous Decorating Services at work. |
I love this angel. She's graced our tree through a lot of years. The bird was one of the kids' yearly ornaments. They each get one every year, so that when they have their own homes and trees, they'll have a start on their decorations.
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| Apparently the Angel will be guarding last year's leftover candy cane. |
The tree was finished. All was well. The kids went to take the dogs out while I sat, admiring the tree. It looked great... for about four minutes, before it came toppling down. Turns out we were missing one of the four bolts that goes with the tree stand.
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| Annnnnnnnd then the tree tipped over. This is me holding it up while Thing1 adjusts the stand. |
We got it back up... and it fell again. So now it's leaning up against the wall, until I can crawl under the tree and adjust the stand again. Just another typical Christmas with the Wild Things!
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| No matter what happens... I believe in the holidays. I believe in family. I believe in us. |
HAPPY 18th BIRTHDAY TO BABYGIRL!!
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