I know it is only October, but as with any artist, my mind is already turning to the Christmas Holidays.
It takes time to get items prepared, so I have spent the last few weeks immersing myself in the world of vintage Christmas. Perhaps it is just a coping mechanism for everything that is happening, but I have found myself feeling more expectant of Christmas than I have since I was a child. I’m even thinking of sending Christmas cards myself this holiday, something I haven’t done in years.
New Year’s Day – Wednesday, January 1 Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday – Monday, January 20 Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 17 Cesar Chavez Day – Monday, March 30 Memorial Day – Monday, May 25 Independence Day – Friday, July 3* Labor Day – Monday, September 7 Indigenous People’s Day – Monday, October 12 Veterans Day – Wednesday, November 11 Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 26 Friday after Thanksgiving – Friday, November 27 Christmas Friday, – December 25
We keep our decorations up until Jan 6, but today we begin the ending, collections cards, packages and other small items to make the move into the new year.
I started this red and white theme last year, repurposing a string of white and a string of red lights — mixing the bulbs between them. I like the “candy cane” style and it is a step up from usual preference of all white lights. I think i need one more strip of red and white for the garage and maybe string across the front and far property line to make things complete. Of course, everything sort of grows organically from year to year.
Grant’s Advent Calendar Podcast is a seasonal tradition here at WelchWrite HQ. Join Grant as he opens a new door each day and see what’s inside. Each video is themed in some way so you never know what you are going to see. Silly and fun and very, very Christmas!
Here is a promo to whet your appetite for some holiday fun!
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