This year has been a huge transition year for us in regards to our Christmas tree. I actually have been painfully accepting our new future and the lack of fresh smelling pine in our home. However, I have been truly amazed and surprised at the beauty our new artificial tree holds. So let me tell you the story…
I think the conversation went something like this. “Ammon, yes I will marry you...as long as you promise we will always have a real tree for Christmas!” Well, I have had to adjust my expectations after three years in a row my beautiful daughter has had a “runny nose” at Christmas. And last year it was quite obvious that it was in fact the Christmas tree coming in and making its home in our house that started off her “cold.” Allergies! Ahhh…I mourned the loss. But now am adjusting. I truly am. Yes…I have to be. This positive self-talk is really good…it does work.
Actually, I have to say that seeing Annie at Christmas time healthy and without sniffles really does make me very happy! So this year, I thank God for plastic and all the artificial things that can make up a beautiful allergen-free Christmas tree.
Oh yes…our other new addition to the tree this year was our Christmas star at the top. This is Nathan’s addition to the tree this year. Since Ammon and I were married we have always had a bow on the top of the tree…this year we are just switching it all up! AND that’s OK! Merry Christmas everyone!
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