"Isn't it perfect?" Lucy asked, grinning at Tom as they admired the tree they had picked out.
They'd picked out a tall, lush beauty that now stood proudly in the living room, and the house was filled with the warm, cozy scent of pine and cinnamon.
Lucy's eyes sparkled as she looked at it, hands on her hips. Tom nodded, admiring Lucy's excitement as much as the tree itself. "It's missing something," he said, giving her a playful look.
"What's that?" Lucy asked, looking curious.
"Well, us... decorating it!" he laughed, handing her a box of ornaments and she giggled.
"I'm so excited to do this with you," Lucy said, and Tom grinned.
"Me too. It's been ages since I last decorated a Christmas tree. I can't even remember when it was. I'm so glad you suggested that we do this together," Tom said, and Lucy sighed, a thoughtful look in her eyes.