January Traditions

The Adoration of the Magi by Edward Byrne - Jones

Today is the Epiphany, also called Three Kings' Day, marking the day when the three kings or "wise men" came to see the baby Jesus in Bethlehem and proclaim him king. So I plan to spend the day taking down my Christmas trees and decorations, a tradition for many people. It always makes me a little sad - I absolutely adore homes decorated for the holidays. Oh well, until next year. I'm glad I am not in D.C. where 10 to 12 inches of snow is predicted today. It will be a high of 76 degrees here today. I have not had the heat on once this winter.

The Epiphany

Downton Abbey

 

I was brought up that you leave the tree up until the Epiphany. I have always loved the tradition of it and that it extends the season. What is this tradition?

The Epiphany

Downton Abbey

 

 It is funny what a hot button topic this is. I saw on Instagram a very popular social influencer saying that she had taken down her Christmas tree and put away all Christmas decorations the day after Christmas. She got lots of comments with people agreeing that they couldn't wait until Christmas was over to take it all down.