White vs. Multi: How Does Your Family Stand?

And, we're talking Christmas lights here. It's an age old question that has divided neighbors and even families.

Do you put up strings of multi-colored lights or white (clear) lights?

I came across an article in the Dec. 23, 2010, New York Times "A Tug of War, With Strings of Lights" by Cara Buckley.

A lot of it details the trials and tribulations of the McCarthy family, who, in 2005, after their first child was born, , the husband began decorating their Bronx home. Over the years, claiming that it was "for the kids," he began decorating more and more until "every surface became his canvas." OK, he went overboard ala Clark Griswald in the movie "Christmas Vacation."

Only problem was he liked multi-colored lights while his wife was prone toward the all-white. After some arguments, they reached an agreement and alternate years.

Problem solves, but I wonder if Mr. McCarthy has his wife put up "her" lights or if he does it.

How About You? --RoadDog


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