Tree Trimming or Tree Decorating?

A day after Thanksgiving is now an important part of our family. No, definitely not because of the Black Friday Event. In fact, this was how it became an essential component of our Holiday celebration in order for us to avoid the tendency to shop. If you read my previous post

http://treasuresinthemundane.blogspot.com/2014/11/caveat-emptor-let-buyer-beware.html

I shared some thoughts about not going with the crowd of eager bargain hunters during this time. We started a simple but meaningful family tradition of having a big deal on our Tree Trimming and gracing the occasion with a Hot Coco Fete. 

While everyone was busy, my daughter initiated a conversation which grew to be an interesting topic. Here's how it went:

Angelica: Mom, I think the "tree trimming" term originated a long time ago when nobody still thought of selling fake trees. They must be literally trimming their tree before decorating it.

Me: That is thought provoking but I'd still rather call it trimming than decorating.

Angelica: Why is that?

Me: Because, I like the thought of trimming the non-essentials to allow the more important things. That's why we started this tradition, anyway... Now clean up!

It was a very meaningful occasion for all four of us. 

It is a wonderful life!

May your days be merry and bright,

with love from all four of us!