HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-12-24, Page 30MELODY WHITE
Brussels office manager
When memory reflects back to my
Christmases at home, I remember
how Mom created magic. Reindeer
on snow adorned tables, and other
festive touches were on display
throughout the house.
She had some really nifty
decorations when I was a kid, and I
think that’s what inspired my
collection.
I love snow — to look at, that is
— and even now as a grown woman,
will often, with the dog as an excuse,
go outside to play in it.
About five years ago I started
collecting snowpeople. I’ve just
always thought they were cute and
now have about 27. Then I saw a
Santa I liked and that has brought
another 16 of those into the house.
As flakes begin to fall and
thoughts of Christmas come to mind,
I drag out the boxes and begin the
seasonal transformation of my
livingroom and hallway. I got my
husband to build some shelves for
me this year to help with the
display.
I usually begin creating my indoor
winter wonderland in mid-
November and the Santas go back
into hiding in the new year. The
snowmen, inspired by my past, I like
to hang onto just a little longer. They
often remain on display until
February. Though I make sure to get
them packed away before the first
thaw!
PAGE 30. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2008.
Collection reflects
the season’s magic
Festive friends
From snowmen to Santa Clauses, Brussels Citizen office manager Melody White has
amassed a collection that offers a Christmas welcome to anyone entering her home. (Bonnie
Gropp photo)
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Showcase
Her husband Sid’s carpentry
skills were put to use when
Melody was looking for a way
to help display her seasonal
collection. (Bonnie Gropp photo)
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