The tree has to be my favorite Christmas decoration in my home. My tree is trimmed with all kinds of ornaments from traditional
to not so traditional. Actually, this is pretty much the only non-traditional ornament I have, but every ornament makes it onto the tree. They all have a way of coming together and making each other look pretty. Y’all know what I mean?
These winter branches that I bought from Kirklands a few years ago are making their debut in the tree this year. In years past, the branches were in a vase on the mantel. In this picture, you can also see the ribbon that flows down from the top.
My ornaments range from one to twenty plus years old. Isn’t that something? Being the sentimental one that I am, I really enjoy strolling down memory lane as I unwrap each ornament.
Everything from handmade ornaments from my love when she was little,
even the paintbrush Santa with a missing eye,
and teacher’s gifts from years past,
to keepsakes from treasured traditions, like the ornaments we get from Aunt Becky every year,
and the little angel my niece picked out just for me when she was small,
all brighten my face with a smile as I try to find the perfect spot to hang them on the tree.
The only thing I bought this year were some small ball ornaments from Target. They cost $4 or $5 dollars for about 30 or 40 balls. I’m 43. My mind gets lost in the details 
There are an assortment of designs like polka dots and this one with the star,
and some solid ones, too. I really like the textured print on the solid balls.
We are really enjoying our tree this year. Of course, we enjoy it most when its all lit up in the evening.
Oh, Christmas tree.
Until next time,
Sharon
I’m linking up to the Blogger Block Party over at 2805
and at Thrifty Decor Chick for another Christmas Tree party
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Sharon, your tree is beautiful! I love all the different ornaments!
Thank you Maria!
Love your tree with all of its tradition and sentimental things! So pretty! I see we were thinking along the same lines. Oh Christmas tree!
Have a blessed Christmas!
Beatrice, there were years that I wouldn’t put anything that wasn’t store bought on my tree. At that time it was more about the tree for me. I’ve grown so much more sentimental over the years, and now it is more about the ornaments and the memories. Have a blessed Christmas as well.
Oh Sharon your tree is gorgeous and with so many pretty ornaments with many memories! Your tree is my kind of tree too, mine is filled with lots of memory ornies, the best kind. Thank you for sharing and thank you for coming by and leaving me such lovely and kind comments. Merry Christmas to you and yours. FABBY
Thank you, Fabby. Merry Christmas to you and yours too!
Sharon, your tree is so pretty, especially when all lit up. I think that it is so neat that you have sentimental decor on there, especially from your little students. So sweet!
Teresa, thank you for the return visit. There were times I wouldn’t put the handmade, homemade, etc. ornaments on my tree. Age changes a person.
Beautiful! Love your tree! Thanks for sharing your lovely home JoAnn
I’m flattered that you like my tree, JoAnn. Thanks for the return visit. I really appreciate it.
Your tree is so fun and festive! It’s adorable!
Thank you for linking to the Christmas Tree Party at 2805!
Thank you, Honey.
What a spectacular tree full of wonderful memories:)
Karen, Thank you! Your kind words mean a lot to me. Glad to have you visit my blog. Please visit again.
Sharon
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