The winter sun had just begun to rise over the peaceful farm when Lala burst out of the house, eyes wide with excitement. Today was the big day—Christmas decorating day! For weeks, she had been counting down, imagining lights twinkling on the barn, ornaments shining on the tree, and the whole farm glowing with holiday magic.
Dad stepped outside with a box full of decorations that he’d kept hidden in the attic. “Ready, Lala?” he asked with a grin.
Lala practically hopped in place. “Ready!!” she squeaked, grabbing the smallest box and rushing toward the yard.
Their first task was the Christmas tree. Dad had picked a tall, full pine tree near the front porch, perfect for their farm celebration. Lala helped fluff the branches, climbing on a small crate so she could reach higher. Dad handed her shiny ornaments one by one—red, gold, green, and sparkling ones shaped like stars. Lala hung them with careful concentration, tongue poking out just a little as she worked.
Next came the lights. Dad wrapped long strings of twinkling bulbs around the tree while Lala followed behind, holding the roll and humming her favorite Christmas tune. When Dad plugged them in, the whole tree came alive with a warm, magical glow. Lala gasped in delight.
But they were just getting started.
Together, they decorated the barn doors with a big wreath, added ribbons to the chicken coop, and even placed a tiny Santa hat on Lala’s favorite goat. The goat wore it proudly, walking around as if he were part of the holiday show.
Snow slowly began to fall, dusting the decorations with a soft white sparkle. Lala spun in circles, catching flakes on her tongue, while Dad set up lanterns along the pathway. Soon, the entire farm looked like a Christmas storybook—cozy, glowing, and filled with joy.
As the sun began to set, Lala and Dad stood together, admiring their work. Dad wrapped an arm around her shoulders while she leaned against him, smiling with pure holiday happiness.
“It’s perfect,” Lala whispered.
Dad nodded. “Because we made it together.”
And on that beautiful farm Christmas, their hearts shined brighter than all the lights.
