The Morningwood Monthly
Official Newsletter of Morningwood Estates
December Edition — Let’s Get Festive (But Not Excessive)
Rise and Shine, Morningwood!
Dear Morningwood Residents,
The holidays are upon us, which means it’s time once again to come together as a community and spread cheer, goodwill, and tasteful amounts of sparkle. Please review the following seasonal updates, reminders, and opportunities for maximum participation.
HOUSE OF THE HOLIDAY — COMMUNITY JUDGING EVENT
It’s back! Our annual House of the Holiday competition returns, and we can’t wait to see what you all bring out this year.
Judging Criteria Includes:
· Brightness
· Creativity
· Structural integrity
· Holiday spirit
· Overall presentation
Judging will take place the evening of December 18th, so make sure your displays are fully up, plugged in, and proudly presented by sundown.
Important Reminder:
There is a fine line between festive and excessive. No more than six inflatable decorations per yard. Excessive inflation will result in citation.
LIGHTS & YARD DECOR GUIDELINES
· All lights must be securely fastened.
· No extension cords may cross sidewalks or public pathways.
· Flashing displays must not induce seizures, migraines, or neighborhood disputes.
· Lawn figures should remain upright, stable, and appropriately spaced.
Please ensure your decorations are properly mounted, positioned, and secured for maximum enjoyment and safety.
THE MORNINGWOOD CAROLERS
Our beloved carolers will once again roam the neighborhood spreading holiday joy, questionable harmony, and mild embarrassment.
If you wish to participate:
· Sign-up sheets are available at the clubhouse.
· Ugly sweaters are strongly encouraged.
· Lyrics will be provided. Musical talent is optional.
Residents are welcome to invite the carolers onto their porches for brief performances, photo opportunities, and festive cheer.
COMMUNITY TREE DECORATION — FRONT GATE
The Morningwood Community Tree will be erected at the front gate on December 3rd.
Residents are invited to bring one favorite ornament to add to the tree in celebration of our diverse and vibrant community.
Guidelines:
· Ornaments must be weather-resistant.
· No glass, fragile, or overly heavy items.
· Please label ornaments clearly to ensure safe removal after the season.
Let’s make this year’s display bigger, brighter, and more meaningful than ever.
HOT COCOA SOCIAL- Let’s Get Frosted
Join us December 10th in the clubhouse for cocoa, cookies, and cozy conversation.
Toppings provided. Whipped cream encouraged. Marshmallows highly recommended.
Holiday Safety & Seasonal Decorum Notice
In the spirit of community cheer and festive creativity, residents are reminded that all snowmen, snow angels, snow creatures, ice sculptures, and any other precipitation-based artistic expressions must remain PG in nature.
While we applaud originality, enthusiasm, and personal flair, recent winters have proven that some residents possess too much tim and too vivid an imagination.
Please remember:
Snow angels are for spreading joy, not suggestion.
Carrot placement matters.
So does icicle placement.
Any sculpture deemed suggestive, anatomically ambitious, or likely to raise unnecessary questions may be subject to immediate removal, neighborly judgment, and inclusion in next month’s "What Were You Thinking?" segment.
Let’s keep Morningwood magical, tasteful, and safe for all ages.
FRIENDLY REMINDERS
· Please refrain from using strobe lighting displays after 9pm.
· Carolers must cease activities by 8:30pm on weeknights.
· Inflatable Santa wrestling reindeer is not an acceptable holiday scene.
Let’s make this a joyful, glowing, and well-decorated season for everyone.
Warmest Wishes,
Your HOA Board:
Eunice Dobbins (President)
Herb Tilson (Vice President)
Linda Marks (Social Committee Chair)
…and your friendly Neighborhood Watch Captain, Benji Stewart!