I have been struggling this year getting into the holiday
“spirit.” The ads and decorations
started SO early, and I found it annoying.
Finally, today my husband and I visited our local mall where each year
they have the Festival of Trees. I think
many malls have a similar event.
Individuals, non-profits and businesses decorate a
Christmas tree and enter it into the “competition.” There are also decorated wreaths and
centerpieces entered. Community leaders
judge the trees and award them first, second and third place ribbons. The trees then go on sale to the highest
bidder, and the money from the auction goes to charity.
More trees than ever were displayed this year, and the
mall was decorated more beautifully than ever before. We are located in the “the old west” in a
city that would not exist without the huge military base. Because of our location, several cowboy
themed trees are displayed in addition to patriotic and military related trees.
As we walked down the rows of trees, every one beautiful
in its own way, I felt the holiday spirit seeping into my brain. By the time we left the mall, I was looking
forward to the holiday season.
We took a few pictures of our favorite trees. I’ll share a few below.
Best of Show
Cowboy Christmas
Dr. Seuss Christmas
Patriotic Christmas
Happy Thanksgiving!
I wish you all a safe, warm and wonderful holiday.
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