DAY FIVE: In support of Fat Bulbs
Yes, they use way more electricity and can burn holes through plastic. But in my book, fat bulbs are the only way to go. For my dad, proper bulb placement was an art form. He would start with at least five or six strings of fat bulbs, spend two or three hours draping them perfectly, and then layer on one accent string of white mini bulbs. It gave the tree a perfect balance of color and twinkle. Add popcorn strings (which must be carefully placed so as not to combust), ornaments, and a star for the top (no angels allowed), and you've got yourself the perfect tree.
FYI - Tinsel, flocking and plastic garlands are Christmas Tree Abominations.
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After spending 2 years living on the rugged coast of Northeastern Scotland, a job now takes us to Fairbanks Alaska. Originally from Oregon, I am a writer, a mother, an aspiring frontier woman, a nostalgia junkie, and a book addict. I call myself a trailer wife, which refers to the state of a person (most often a woman) who is caught up in the professional trajectory of their spouse. This blog will chronicle my journey between two places I never, ever, imagined I'd call home.
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2 comments:
Tinsel an abomination? Oh my, you must have hated our trees every single year! lol
Bob B.
yes. FAT BULBS!
and yes. Tinsel and flocking and plastic garlands ARE ABOMINATIONS!! Amennnnnnn!!
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