I did that for a few years in the 90s. I really hated putting all the branches, then the lights on. I woke a giant spiderweb for xmas, put balloons on for birthdays, flags in May & July. It was fun! Now the tree is all one piece, & I can pack it with the lights on :-D
There are people who care if you watch the dancing at a reception?! That poor guy! As long as his date doesn't care, why should anyone else? I routinely knit wherever I'm at, & I will happily match attitudes about it
Man, how can *I* get such an easy job?