Christmas decorations are an important tradition in many towns and families as a way to celebrate the holidays and express joy. In the small town of Hawkesdale, many people put up spectacular outdoor decorations to celebrate, with an annual competition for the best decorated homes. Common indoor decorations include Christmas lights, trees decorated with baubles, tinsel and streamers, as well as reindeer and paper chains made by school children. The document wishes the reader a Merry Christmas.