Like many people, when I travel, I often purchase something to remember the place or event.
During my childhood, I knew ladies who collected salt & pepper shakers, or engraved spoons from different cities and states. As a younger adult, I favored coffee mugs. (I still purchase one now and then.) But for some of my more recent trips I’ve gone smaller and easier to transport.
These items will join others collected or received as gifts during the years to add to my Christmas tree. When I decorate, and undecorate, and perhaps a few times between, I’ll be reminded of enjoyable times in Jamestown, VA; Nova Scotia; and Pepin, WI.
What sort of decorations do you put on your tree – or shelf- for the holidays? Heirlooms? Handmade? Themed?
The Deutsch immigrants to fictional Elm Ridge, Illinois in the mid-19th century brought holiday customs with them. Think of a Christmas church service with a cedar (or other evergreen) tree decorated with candles, cookies, and perhaps a silver star on the top.
In the sweet historical romance, New Dreams, you’ll meet Louisa, a young baker, some of her relatives and people who soon become special in her life — including a young man full of interesting stories. Click on the link for details: https://amzn.to/3vWydWE
