I plan to put a tree up by December 1. I actually am debating whether to have a tree up or not as it is always a hassle to take it down. Plus, we wont even be spending Christmas at home so why bother. However, in keeping up with Christmas spirit and for the kids (especially Matthew), I will put one up. I actually really like to change colors this year. We have always played with gold and red and this year I want to change colors (But that is an added expense).
I will actually be spending Xmas stuff on Christmas villages. I think this will be a yearly collection for me. Ill get maybe 3-5 houses this year and every year I will add one. It is all about traditions. I really want my kids to have traditions because we had so many when I was a kid.