Someone dropped off a tree on my porch a day or two ago. Along with a card explaining it was the 12 days of Christmas cheer. I've told a few people that I didn't really care about Christmas. Well, that isn't correct. I do care about Christmas. I love caring for other people and giving them thoughtful, needed gifts. But the whole celebration, the memories of families and what not are a little sore still. I'm envious of those who have 'Christmas cheer' or family traditions.
I haven't had a Christmas tree is about 6 years, and I haven't really cared. Most people look at me shocked when I say that. 'But you HAVE to have a Christmas tree!' they exclaim.
When I ask them why, the most common response is 'because it is Christmas'. Nothing about Christmas says I have to have a tree. Not that I’m against trees. I just have no need for them. They have no meaning to me other than another gaudy edifice that takes up space and makes people spend money.
But my sister was happy to find the Christmas tree. She woke me up at 2am to announce what she found and ask who would have given it to me. I've a clue, but not for sure. I've broken the 'years without a Christmas tree' this year. Not by choice, but by those kind Christmas-spirited people.
Comments (2)
excellent! great little santas you have.
just because you have a tree doesn't mean that you have to spend money to put stuff under it. ;)
Posted by tyd | December 17, 2005 10:20 PM
Posted on December 17, 2005 22:20
I feel similarly. I have in fact never had a tree and have no real desire to get one. I equate the "need" to have a tree with "You have to buy a yearbook" or "you have to go to the reunion" and many other overrated things that may be better off resisting despite the numerous entreaties.
However, for the first time this year I broke down and put up Christmas lights at my place and I have to say it was kinda fun.
Posted by Steve | December 20, 2005 1:21 PM
Posted on December 20, 2005 13:21