When it comes to holiday decorations, some parents go all out while others take a more laid-back approach. Enter Lisa, a mom whose Halloween decor is as minimalistic as it gets. This past October, her son, Jordan, took to social media to showcase the stark contrast between his neighbor’s elaborate Halloween display and his mom’s singular, humorous contribution.
“My neighbor’s Halloween decorations vs. my mom’s,” Jordan tweeted, sharing a photo that had everyone in stitches. The comedic brilliance of Lisa’s approach is hard to miss.
In a follow-up tweet, Jordan revealed the nighttime version of Lisa’s decoration, which featured a glowing sign clearly stating her feelings about Halloween: “No Efforts Were Made.” It’s a clever twist that brightens the night and perfectly encapsulates her holiday spirit—or lack thereof, really.
To be fair, Lisa’s neighbor seems to have gone all out, transforming their yard into a spooky wonderland complete with skeletons, ghosts, and even a blow-up haunted house. They probably hand out full-size candy bars, too, while Lisa’s contribution is a single sign.
“I get it,” Lisa could say, “I’m just not that into Halloween.” As someone who usually swings between extreme holiday enthusiasm and sheer indifference, I relate to her style. In fact, my holiday preparation generally ranges from “absolutely nothing” to “over-the-top.” For Christmas, I can’t resist decking the halls, but by Easter, I often find myself with nothing more than a half-hearted bunny decoration from my childhood. Sorry kids, the Easter Bunny has officially gone MIA this year.
Jordan described his mom as someone who always keeps the family entertained with her sense of humor. “She’s hilarious! I’m just thrilled people got a glimpse of her wit this time around,” he shared. While the family typically embraces the festive spirit during Christmas, Halloween isn’t really Lisa’s vibe. However, she did manage to carve a pumpkin this year, so she’s not completely leaving the holiday up to her neighbor’s impressive display.
After all, being a busy mom means there are only so many hours in the day, and we completely understand where Lisa is coming from. If you’re interested in more on parenting and related topics, check out this link for expert advice.
In summary, Lisa’s Halloween decorations might not win any awards, but they certainly brought laughter to the neighborhood. This story serves as a humorous reminder that sometimes, less really is more when it comes to holiday festivities.