Yesterday as I was riding to work, I saw that State Street between Victoria and Sola was blocked off. Normally my excitement wouldn’t bubble at the viewing of a blocked off street, but I knew why the street was blocked off, and was prepared for what was to come. I continued on to work, and as 9:00 came around, I left my office, walked one block to State Street and began to witness something that is absolutely magnificent. In the middle of the street (right in front of the Arlington Theater) was a huge crane, several large trucks, and - most noticeably of all - a 50 foot Christmas tree lying on its side. It is the “Santa Barbara Christmas Tree”. I watched as they prepped the tree for its stage where it will radiate the spirit of Christmas to all who see it. After much cutting with chainsaws, they were finally ready to hoist the giant arbor into place. It really was magical watching this all take place. There were about 15-20 people in all beholding this site. Take a few minutes to view some pictures of the Santa Barbara Christmas Tree, and the events as narrated above: Take me to the pictures.
Sidenote: Its been mentioned to me that I haven’t posted anything new in a while (not that long…its only been one week). Its funny to me though that the people who have mentioned my lack of sharing in this space are those that I call “the lurkers” - Those who very rarely or never contribute to the conversation we have here, but nevertheless still belong and are always welcome here. Anyways, I have been occupying myself with a new project that I hope to release to you all on Christmas Day…
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You are awesome - Love the Christmas pictures!
Posted by Mom
Love your documentation of the progression of the Christmas season! No one gets me in the mood for the holidays like you do, Ryan! Can’t wait for the “special project” too…I am dying of suspense.
Posted by Sarah
Yo. I agree with your observation about lurkers in the blog space. There is something strangly affirming about sharing. When you record something and someone else comments, you have a sense that communication or at least connection is actually happening. I am thinking about posting something hellaciously controversial or outlandish on my blog just to get the lurkers to comment. Something that has the “Kanye Effect.”
Posted by billy