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Word of the Day: Deck
For my last post of 2024, I decided to discuss how many of us start to think about how we will deck our homes in festive decorations.
The word deck is often used to describe the act of decorating or furnishing a space.
At this time of year, it means embellishing a room or area, filling it with colours and lights that capture the holiday spirit.
One of the most common phrases associated with this season is Deck the halls.
This phrase comes from a traditional Christmas carol that encourages us to decorate our homes, typically with boughs of holly, garlands, and other cheerful ornaments.
To “deck the halls” means transforming our living spaces into festive environments that radiate joy and warmth.
Going beyond our homes, we can also think about decking our Christmas trees.
A well-decked tree can become the centrepiece of our holiday celebrations, adorned with twinkling lights, shiny ornaments, and perhaps even handmade decorations we’ve collected through the years that tell our family’s unique story.
As we deck our windows, doors, and yards with lights and festive displays, we create a sense of community, inviting others to experience the magic of the season.
This act of decking out our spaces can foster a spirit of unity and joy among neighbours and friends.
Christmas, it’s an invitation to express our creativity and celebrate together.
So, gather your decorations and loved ones, and let’s get ready to deck the halls for a truly merry and bright holiday season!
Don’t take your tree down too soon.
It’s tradition to leave it up until January 6th.
Remember the 12 days of Christmas.
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