Things my life definitely does not need in it, number 9538

[nineveh_uk]

Gherkin Christmas tree baulbles:



I am working from home today in order to attempt to get going on a report that I am not managing to find a moment for in the office, nor indeed when I worked from home on Friday. First step: stop looking at terrible Christmas decorations.

Comments

[nineveh_uk]

There was an unfortunate accident with a furnace...

But according to ellen_fremedon below it is a US 'tradition' and known thing rather than a random choice by the manufacturer. I still think it looks hideous, but at least it is explained!

[azdak]

And at least the tradition is that it's a weird and out-of-place thing to find on a Christmas tree rather than, say, a replacement for the star.

[nineveh_uk]

"Oh gherkin of wonder, gherkin of light, gherkin of royal beauty bright!"