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That story explains why I dislike led lights

  • sbv@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I’m in a similar boat, but I appreciate anyone trying to make pretty public displays. I might not agree on the definition of pretty, but they’re trying, and that’s pretty great.

    • guyrocket@kbin.social
      2·
      11 months ago

      IMHO restraint is key with light displays. Make it lightweight and pretty, think minimalist and I am on board. Big plastic snowmen and Santas can fuck right off.

      • sbv@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        3·
        11 months ago

        Generally speaking, yes. But if someone goes through the effort to put that crap up, good on them.

        I live in an area where people put up pretty terrible looking homemade displays. If they went through the trouble to make it, I’m going to find something to appreciate.