A Christmas Questionnaire

1. Wrapping paper or gift bags?

Definitely gift bags--I am not very good at wrapping presents, and I've been reusing the same gift bags (and bows and tissue) for years and years.

2. Real tree or artificial?

Sadly I'm too allergic to real trees to have them in the house, even though I love the smell. Oh well, it's a lot cheaper this way...

3. When do you put up your tree?

It varies depending on how busy I am, but never before Thanksgiving though!

4. When do you take the tree down? Usually around Jan. 2nd, unless I'm being lazy.

5. Do you like eggnog? I prefer the vegan stuff that Silk makes--better texture, and obviously less "eggy".

6. Favorite gift received as a child?

Hmmm, not sure. I was always so distracted by the shiny bows and paper that I often forgot all about what was inside the box.

7. Do you have a nativity scene?

Not at the moment, still looking for one that's "tasteful".

8. Hardest person to buy for?

My spouse, and well, just about anyone...I'm not very good at predicting what other people might want or might be interested in. Usually I just give food items--everyone has to eat!

9. Easiest person to buy for?

My sister-in-law because she's a lot like me...but unfortunately she's overseas, so I'm gonna have to hang on to the things I've bought for her for awhile. Also, most kids. Kids are much easier to buy stuff for than adults.

10. Worst Christmas gift you ever received?

I don't think I've ever received a "bad" gift.

11. Mail or email Christmas cards?

A bit of both, although I generally prefer to make my own and mail them.

12. Favorite Christmas Movie?

ELF!

13. When do you start shopping for Christmas?

I do it throughout the year. The thing that sucks is sometimes I forget where I hid stuff.

14. Have you ever recycled a Christmas present?

No, but I have taken a few things to Goodwill after the novelty has worn off.

15. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas?

Definitely the cookies!

16. Clear lights or colored on the tree?

I like colored lights.

17. Favorite Christmas song?

Not sure, but I will say I tend to prefer instrumental versions of Christmas songs.

18. Travel for Christmas or stay at home?

I like to stay home, most of the time. This year, it's nice not to be working in retail--usually that influences my decision to stay home and lay low. This year, especially, I'm staying home, but because I could have a baby at any moment.

19. Can you name all of Santa's reindeers?

Thanks to the song, yes.

20. Angel on the tree top or a star?

Stars are easier to cut out of construction paper. ;)

21. Open the presents Christmas Eve or morning?

I always open one small present on Christmas Eve, and save the rest for Christmas Day.

22. Most annoying thing about this time of year?

Having to go to the store--crowds, commercials for Christmas that start the day after Halloween, and the rampant commercialism.

23. What I love most about Christmas?

Definitely the lights and decorations--sure makes the winter around here a lot less dismal and gloomy.