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Denice Clayton's avatar

I can't imagine what Ukranians are going through. But I think that not only is the tree beautiful, but the love that built it is brilliant.

Barb Basaj's avatar

Those who laughed don’t understand Christmas.

Rusty's avatar

I think there’s a lot of that these days.

Joan Bailey's avatar

Or don’t understand humanity.

Sheryl Jensen's avatar

I think it is beautiful because it was touched by the heart of the people that put it together. Their hearts wanted a still small piece of Christmas to fill their hearts so they could replace all the suffering around them. I think it is absolutely incredible and I could simply look at it all day. People who say it's ugly seem to be people who cannot connect with other people's hearts.

LK's avatar

I think this is the most beautiful and meaningful Christmas tree I have ever seen. 💖❤️‍🩹 What you write about it is so moving and special and inspiring, Viktor. The people who laugh or mock would also have laughed and scoffed at a King born in a manger to poor parents…. The symbols of the season tell us what is in people’s hearts. May God bless and protect Ukraine today and always. Slava Ukraini. 🙏✨

Susan from OC's avatar

That tree is perfect! I did notice that the ornaments are blue towards the top and yellow at the base, just like your flag. It also reminds me of the tree in Charlie Brown's Christmas, because it just needed a little love to be beautiful. Maybe that is what Ukraine needs now, some love, and some beauty.

Rebekah Simensen's avatar

I thought of Charlie Brown's tree, too. ❤️

Elizabeth Skinner-Orgeron's avatar

I wondered if I was the only one. I felt guilty for having the Charlie Brown Christmas tree pop into my head. Then again, that tree wasn't ugly, but simple, and simple can be beautiful.

Kim Frazier-Braun's avatar

Was scrolling comments to see if anyone else thought of that. ☺️

M Brown's avatar

To keep getting out of bed every morning, I have to have hope that one day both our evil despots will face justice and peace will return to our lands. 💙💛

Roswitha Box's avatar

It is worth so much more than any expensively dressed tree. It is easy if you have money or the decorations in the attic from previous years. What if you no longer have an attic? 💛💙💛💙💛💙

Porter's avatar

A beautiful story, so very true and meaningful. Thank you.

Auntie's avatar

I've had a Charlie Brown Christmas tree for years. It gave me hope and comfort. That is an awesome tree. It's a hug for the people. ❤️🇺🇦❤️

Angela Turkfeld's avatar

That is a beautiful story Viktor. It touched your heart. That’s why you thought about it this year. That tree was put up and decorated with love and, like you said, hope. 🇺🇦

Moira Kennedy's avatar

Nothing done in the name of love can ever be ugly.

Karen Scofield's avatar

All of our Love,Peace and Life for the people of Ukraine 🇺🇦🙏💔

purpleviking's avatar

Its a beautiful Christmas tree and it more than represents the true meaning of the season. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦

SLMontgo's avatar

This is the reason Christmas trees are "evergreens."

jeanne's avatar

The tree is beautiful 😍