Cara’s Holiday Questionnaire:

What was the best/most memorable Christmas gift you’ve received? 

“My dog, Lady Elinor, aka Ellie. I have always wanted a West Highland white terrier and my now husband (then boyfriend) surprised me with her for Christmas 7 years ago.” 

What do you wish for this Christmas? 

“A happy and healthy Christmas season for all.”

Have you been naughty or nice? 

“Somewhere in between.”

What is your favorite Christmas cookie or dish?

“Sandbakkel cookies.”

What is your favorite Christmas song?

“I love Christmas songs! Top 5: Baby It’s Cold Outside • All I Want for Christmas Is You • O Holy Night • Silent Night • Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”

Do you enjoy giving or receiving gifts more?

“Both!”

Do you stay within your Christmas budget?

“I wish. [insert money flying away emoji]”

Artificial or real tree?

“Artificial – 4 foot tree on an end table.”

When do you put up your Christmas tree?

“Weekend after Thanksgiving. Record set up time for tree and decorations – 25 minutes!”

Do your stockings get filled or are they only for decoration?

“My stockings are hung on the chimney with care and filled with snacks!”

What do you/did you leave for Santa?

“As a kid, I left Diet Coke and my mom’s favorite cookies.”

How many Christmas gatherings do you attend each year?

“6 – Nick and I, my parents, Nick’s family, Nick’s extended family, extended-extended family (the outlaws) Nick’s brother’s mother-in-law’s, and friendsmas.”

Do you still send out cards?

“Yes! This year we are sending out a funny card.”