irishrose

A very downsized one. I can't do the big alone any more and no one volunteered, so my small tree is where the big one has been. It's a bit of a surprise, but it's okay. It has lights, garland bulbs and ornaments with a star on top, just on a smaller scale. I did put put all of my angel collection and several nativities, so tradition and meaning are there.

thseabreze

Oh yes, I sure do. The tree is an important part of Christmas, for me.

rismstress

I have always had a tree. Except for last year- DH was sick, we had a new kitten who I thought would climb the tree and crash it- so I didn't do it. Worst christmas ever. This year I bought a fresh tree, took my chances with the cat- no problems- and put it up. So much better. It's one of the major items I associate with Christmas. I need it and always will want one.
Cheryl

dakotamaid

When my children left home and I was done with day care I put my 7 foot tree away and just do a 4 foot one. But it is still a tradition!!

This year we moved to a different house in NE but are still working on the IA house so we will have our last Christmas there as my son and daughter in law live close by and they are headed to her folks.

So, Sunday we are having our last family gathering in our almost deserted family home of the last 25 years. I have a pre lit tree and Christmas table settings and that is it but it will be fun for just the 5 of us before we all go our separate ways. I know there will some tears but life moves on and next year I'll decorate my new home to the max!

Dodie

no tree for me haven't for several years as we are not home anyway either go to the kids or have Christmas then then leave Christmas day for Az.

Dodie

no tree for me haven't for several years as we are not home anyway either go to the kids or have Christmas then then leave Christmas day for Az.

Dodee

Donna: What you did for your friend was truly a great idea. You show a lot of compassion and love for others.
Dodee

quiltlin

I have a tiny, pre-lit tree that has only handmade ornaments from my internet "family" and it stays in the basement during the year and bring it upstairs and take one of my table lamps downstairs.

Up North

Thanks Dodee she said the same thing to me She says I always go above and beyond or others! But that is ME!

nativetexan

I haven't put up a tree in over 15 years. my Son is in Texas and my hubby and his grown son who lives in a City nearby doesn't care for Xmas. bah humbug!!!