It all sounds very similar to Christmas in Germany. The trees are real or plastic and I vividly remember the magic of seeing the tree for the first time on Christmas Eve. Stores are also closed starting Christmas Eve (It's usually a half day) and then through the 25th and 26th (The first and second day of Christmas). Decorations are minimal, especially outdoors - I've never gotten into the outdoor decorating here in the States even after living here for almost 30 years. Merry Christmas to you and yours!🎄
It all sounds very similar to Christmas in Germany. The trees are real or plastic and I vividly remember the magic of seeing the tree for the first time on Christmas Eve. Stores are also closed starting Christmas Eve (It's usually a half day) and then through the 25th and 26th (The first and second day of Christmas). Decorations are minimal, especially outdoors - I've never gotten into the outdoor decorating here in the States even after living here for almost 30 years. Merry Christmas to you and yours!🎄
It does sound very similar!
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