Because it’s pretty, because it’s symbolic, because I like that we made the tree all stripe-y, because the last post was a bit too somber for my tastes, here’s a picture of our tree with lights, before ornaments, on dry carpet, and with no one crying. And with Salem posing for the camera. We started the night with Bing Crosby as we decorated the tree, then ended it with a brilliant UFC fight night on Fox, because that’s just how this household operates and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
That (Not This) Abby Rose 
So glad you were able to get that carpet dry! And honestly, having to keep the tree watered, without watering the surrounding area, is one of the reasons I went with a tree-in-a-box! Very pretty, the stripe effect is great 🙂