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Did We Catch the Christmas Virus?

By Sussie Sutton

Real Estate Agent with David Tracy Real Estate #555994

November 26, 2013 11:52 PM

Did We Catch the Christmas Virus?

I really don’t like the holidays to start too early or bleed onto other holidays at the stores. It happens every year earlier and earlier. Yet …

Two weeks ago while on my mid-night WalMart jaunt I found the artificial Christmas Tree I wanted to purchase. If you plan to buy an artificial tree you have to start early as the good ones will disappear off the selves quickly. This year I was determined to be proactive. My husband was not happy as he likes real trees. So do I but I never can settle for an inexpensive tree.

Now the pre-lite tree is up and last night we decorated the tree with my youngest daughter and her new beau. I must admit it looks beautiful.

The issue is we have never put any decorations up this early! My goodness we haven’t even cooked the turkey yet! Did We Catch the Christmas Virus?

Last year it seemed that Christmas just zoomed by and I didn’t get enough. This year I am determined to give it more time to enjoy.

I love Christmas but I have to admit I love Thanksgiving more.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

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Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert

Richmond, TX

Sussie,

I think I have decided next year the tree may go up for Thanksgiving depending on when it comes. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Nov 27, 2013 05:35 AM

Wayne Johnson

Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper REALTORS® - San Antonio, TX

San Antonio REALTOR, San Antonio Homes For Sale

Sussie-I'd like to use a real tree for Christmas, but I'm too cheap. Recycling christmas trees is one of my contributions to ecology.

Nov 27, 2013 06:21 AM

Sussie Sutton

David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX

David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

WOW Fred... That is not very long.... did you change that in your life time?

Bob... I intend to slow down tomorrow if my dad will let me...

Hey Yolanda... I hope you guys have a great holiday tomorrow!

Wayne... I am not cheap but things have been tough this year so an artificial tree it is. I like to use real flocked trees for Christmas.

Nov 27, 2013 09:00 AM

John G. Johnston

John G. Johnston & Associates, LLC - Westcliffe, CO

An Exclusive Buyer's Agent ~ Westcliffe, CO

Sussie As a Town Trustee we will have our place decorated for the Christmas Parade on the 7th. There is one family around here that their place is decorated for Christmas 365 days a year...and has been for years. I think she has 7 trees inside their home.

Nov 27, 2013 10:59 AM

Jane Chaulklin-Schott

TEAMCONNECT REALTY - (407) 394-9766 - Orlando, FL

TeamConnect Luxury Homes - Orlando, Florida, 32836

Our tree is also up :). Remember a Norman Rockwell time when some traditionally waited until Christmas Eve to set up the live spruce, balsam, fir, or pine trees. Smelled so good, too. There is a saying that mankind is a #5 vibratory people but spinning at a #7 earth vibration. We are perhaps just going too fast. Sooooo, Merry Christmas! :)) By the way before I spin past - enjoy tomorrow - you know, the TURKEY ~

Nov 27, 2013 11:23 AM

Alan Kirkpatrick

Austin Texas Homes - Round Rock, TX

Alan in Austin

Sussie:

Nice post it does seem like things are going faster each year. Probably because I am getting older. lol

Nov 27, 2013 11:37 AM

Joni Bailey

101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX

Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

I do love Thanksgiving, but Christmas is my FAVORITE holiday. I love all the glitter and light -- and decorations!!

Nov 27, 2013 01:15 PM

Joe Petrowsky

Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT

Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Thank you for the kind wishes, no virus reported.

All the best to you and yours this Thanksgiving!

Nov 27, 2013 08:22 PM

Potranco Realty

Potranco Realty - San Antonio, TX

"Sold with Potranco Realty"

Susie, this is wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving Holiday and glad you found the tree and was able to decorate it, now your all set for the next Holiday Christmas. Bless you all and hope you have a most wonderful Thanksgiving Day.

Nov 27, 2013 11:07 PM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Hi Susie,

To each there own! Stopping by to wish you a warm and Happy Thanksgiving from your friend in Austin!

Nov 28, 2013 01:23 AM

John G. Johnston

John G. Johnston & Associates, LLC - Westcliffe, CO

An Exclusive Buyer's Agent ~ Westcliffe, CO

Sussie I just wanted to stop back by and wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 28, 2013 04:57 AM

Sussie Sutton

David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX

David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

John ... Wasn't that one lady who decorates her home 365 days a year on National TV?

Jane ... My turkey came out awesome. This year I opted to make a small turkey and we only have enought for two sandwiches.... I had thoughts of King Ranch Turkey... and Turkey Enchiladas!

Alan ... I think you are on to something there....

Joni ... Oh I love Christmas but it still comes in second to Thanksgiving.

Hey Joe! I hope you enjoy the TG holiday meal.

Bless you too Bob!

Hey Dorie! I hope you enjoyed your TG meal. I did!

Thanks John! I hope you ate enough turkey... I just went back and there isn't enough for more than two sandwiches!

Nov 29, 2013 01:32 PM

Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert

Richmond, TX

Sussie,

Sorry we will not make the meet-up but family and work got in the way! I hope it is great!

Nov 30, 2013 01:33 AM

MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900

Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA

Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

Sussie, we always go get a live tree but I look forward to the future day when I can just put up that pre-lit one.

Nov 30, 2013 08:00 AM

Bob Crane

Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI

Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

I agree Sussie, we are letting the retail giants change our seasons, I still don't do any Christmas shopping or get a tree until the 24th.

Now on to the real issue, a Fake Tree! Somewhere in America a real tree is crying as it just lost it's job and the land it was on just issued an eviction notice, and the owner will be planting corn there next spring.

Just joking, but I do agree with your husband, nothing like real ecologically sound trees rather than a plastic tree. But my mother agrees with you and likes hers for the convenience of pulling it out every year all pre-decorated and with no needles falling off.

Nov 30, 2013 11:00 AM

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Sussie, There just isn't much time between Thanksgiving and Christmas so it is okay to get it up. I too go for the artificial tree even though we may do the real tree again one day.

Nov 30, 2013 11:32 AM

Sussie Sutton

David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX

David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

Yolanda... I know I am going to miss you being there. Maybe we can have a mini meet up in Katy in six months or so.

Michelle... Well if I am getting a real tree I want a flocked one and they cost plenty and we are trying to save money for our next big purchase.

Bob... I do like real trees and you really can't get that great smell a real tree gives. However, if we buy one early it will be dead by the 15th. It is so hot here it is ridiculous. I am happy when it is just cold-er since it makes it more the season when it is a lot more cooler.

Debbie... I think the seasons are flying by because I am getting so much older.

Nov 30, 2013 12:40 PM

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Nov 30, 2013 11:32 PM

Debbie Laity

Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO

Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Every year I try to slow down the holiday season. Maybe this year I will finally do it. Maybe if I put my tree up early, it would make the Christmas season seem longer.

Dec 02, 2013 11:37 AM

Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR

Berkshire Hathaway California Realty - Beaumont, CA

(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Sussie,

I did not buy any gifts until after Thanksgiving. I like how Nordstrom's posted that they only celebrate one holiday at a time. that is the way I feel too.

Dec 03, 2013 01:05 PM