This is how I envision my blogging journey. I want to adorn my home, followed by having someone else photograph and edit everything. Is that too much to wish for? 🙂 I absolutely adore decorating for the holidays, and I relish that snug ambiance, you know? Sooo I felt compelled to share.
Come inside my black and green Christmas workspace-also referred to as my new classroom. Believe me when I say it rarely looks like this. This office desk paired with the leather chair makes for a splendid match against the dark bookshelves.
This year, I kept the color scheme quite simple (surprise). Those hues bring me the utmost joy, and I suppose that’s their purpose, right? I stumbled upon the garland at a consignment shop for $12 a few years back. Adding some ribbon really ties it all together!
I’m dubbing this the year of candles. Apparently, they’ve become my favorite this season? I enjoy decorating this console table because it instantly transforms the room’s aesthetic!
Here’s my view from the kitchen. Naturally, while I’m baking cookies. Ha! I frequently get inquiries about this mirror (similar) and my rug! I adore both!
Since I’ve been home more (virtual teaching-yay), I found a little extra time to set up another Christmas tree. I placed this flocked tree in my bedroom, and I might never take it down! (Just kidding.)
The ornaments were all discounted at Kirkland’s last year, and I bought the tree from At Home. I’m in love with the color combination!
I’m fairly certain it’s my absolute favorite tree ever…and only my husband and I see it. Go figure. 😉 I do have a few more areas to showcase, but these are our primary spaces. I hope you enjoyed this tour! If you’d like to see additional beautiful areas, pleeeease check out my friends’ homes too!
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Title: The Distinctive 2020 Christmas Tour: Celebrating in Challenging Times
Introduction
The Christmas season of 2020 was unprecedented in recent memory. As the world faced the COVID-19 pandemic, conventional holiday festivities were reinvented to prioritize safety while preserving the celebratory vibe. This article delves into how people worldwide adjusted their Christmas tours and observances during this unique period.
Virtual Tours and Celebrations
With travel limitations and social distancing mandates enforced, many turned to online platforms to soak in the enchantment of Christmas. Virtual explorations of iconic holiday locations, like the Christmas markets in Germany or the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York, allowed individuals to enjoy these scenes from their homes. Digital platforms held virtual concerts, church services, and even visits from Santa, bringing the festive cheer into living rooms across the globe.
Drive-Thru and Outdoor Experiences
To comply with safety protocols, multiple cities and venues provided drive-thru Christmas experiences. Light exhibitions, nativity displays, and holiday-themed parks modified their setups, enabling visitors to partake in the merriment from their vehicles. Outdoor activities such as socially distanced Christmas markets and open-air ice skating rinks offered a safe manner for folks to celebrate while adhering to health guidelines.
Local and Intimate Gatherings
As international travel was largely unavailable, many chose to focus on local tourism and intimate gatherings. Families explored nearby attractions, bolstering local economies while discovering hidden treasures in their own communities. Smaller family get-togethers replaced grand celebrations, with many embracing the chance to forge new traditions and prioritize meaningful relationships.
Creative Gift-Giving and Acts of Kindness
The difficulties of 2020 sparked innovative approaches to gift-giving and acts of kindness. Many resorted to handmade presents, personalized video greetings, and subscription services to bring joy to their loved ones. Communities came together to assist those in need, organizing food drives and delivering care packages to frontline workers and vulnerable groups.
Conclusion
The Christmas tour of 2020 stood as a testament to human strength and flexibility. Despite the hurdles presented by the pandemic, people discovered inventive avenues to celebrate the season, emphasizing safety, creativity, and empathy. The events of 2020 have made a lasting impression, influencing how we approach holiday celebrations in the years to come.
