2024 Home for the Holidays Magazine

Page 18 2024 Home For The Holidays Lincoln Daily News In today’s busy society there are holiday decorating companies that will come string your outside lights for you. Hallelujah Holiday Lights was founded in Athens, IL by two brothers that had a passion for brightening up the holiday season. They serve Central Illinois helping make home and business owners’ holiday dreams a reality. Their crew has been helping to light up Lincoln. For more information you can visit their website at Hallelujah Holiday Lighting – We Brighten Your Holidays, One Bulb at a Time Finally, you need to consider the durability of your decorations. Outdoor decorations are subject to a variety of weather conditions that can damage or ruin them. Choose durable items that can withstand harsh weather conditions. Look for durable materials such as metal, plastic, or weather resistant material. Securing your decorations properly is important and will keep them from blowing away. Use of hooks, clips, or zip ties can help your decorations withstand even the strongest winds. This extra step will ensure that your decorations can be used for more than just one year. Safety should always be a top priority, and GFI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlets should be used. These outlets are designed to protect against electrical shock. Using a GFI outlet gives you peace of mind and ensures the safety of your display. No matter what you decide, let the joy of the holidays transform you and lift the spirits of those around you. You can make decorating a family activity and create memories that your children will cherish for years to come. May the joy of the season touch your heart and enable the magic of Christmas to shine in your life and your home. [Lesleigh Bennett] Sources: 1. https://www.balsamhill.com 2. https://www.rd.com/list/outdoor-christmas- decoration-ideas/ 3. https://www.ollny.com/blogs/inspiration/5- ways-to-weatherproof-your-christmas- decorations

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