Holiday Spirit!

I'm guessing it has something to do with the fact that this is the first Christmas in my very own home but I am really into the holidays this year. My tree has been up since Thanksgiving weekend...I have done my shopping extra early this year (for me...usually a last minute shopper), wrapped the gifts and placed them neatly under my tree. It's actually the first time I have ever gotten a real, full size tree. I have usually gone the table top tree route for lack or room. I don't have a whole lot of room now either but I made it work...lol! I am also the family host for Christmas night dessert this year for the first time. The extended family usually gets together at someone's house Christmas night for pie and goodies and that house this year is mine! So excited!!! Any special memories you want to share from the first holiday in a new home? Or with that special someone or when the kids came along? Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!