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I am surprised at the number of houses in my neighborhood that have either no Christmas decoration this year or far fewer than prior years. It tends to reduce the feelings of Christmas cheer.

That, and my elderly mom suffering a severe stroke not long ago and knowing that this may be her last Christmas is quite the downer. Btw, my dad passed some years ago just before Christmas, so that memory puts a damper on things this time of year. And the kids are now adults (but without any kids of their own) so its not the same as when they were younger.

Yes, there is still the house on the next block that goes completely nuts every year with decorations (so much so that he needs a generator to supplement his home electrical service to power them all), but lots of houses in the area cut way back.

I don't know if it's being more environmentally conscious, managing the electric bill, or other things.

I put up our normal array of lights, but then I never did all that many (between the outside lights and the tree a total of approximately 1300, along with window candle fixtures).

To all of the Porschephiles here who have been and continue to be a source of help and inspiration, I wish you and yours a joyous holiday season whatever your traditions, and a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.